Google Nest Home is Google’s platform for Smart home automation. In Toronto, you can buy Google Nest gadgets such as thermostats, smoke detectors, cameras, doorbells, and more.
In 2011, Nest promoted the first smart thermostat. All four generations of thermostats made by Nest have been sold in many countries of the world. We’ll look at all four generations of this helpful product in the following sections.
Nest thermostat generations: recap
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1st Generation Nest Thermostat: First Nest Thermostat
This Nest Thermostat is designed to assist users in energy conservation and more innovative energy use. According to its sources, the Nest company saved 1 billion kWh of energy between the time 1st Generation Nest introduced its thermostat and September 2013.
The Nest 1st Gen Thermostat uses sensors, algorithms, machine learning, and cloud computing to solve the programming issues that a conventional thermostat can have. This package allows the Nest thermostat to program itself based on user behaviour.
The Nest 1st Gen Thermostat ensures the temperature is ideal at home but also manages the heating system when you are not present.
What are the features of the Nest 1st Generation Thermostat?
The 1st generation Nest thermostat is the first smart thermostat launched on the market. It connects to your home’s Wi-Fi and can be controlled from a computer, smartphone, or tablet using the Nest brand app. You can adjust the temperature or access the various thermostat settings wherever you are.
- Self-programming
- Remote control on mobile, tablet, or computer
- Energy usage data and reports: monitoring energy consumption
- Works in concert with Nest Protect and Nest Cams
1st generation Nest thermostat: compatibility
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2nd generation of the Nest thermostat: A more excellent design
After enhancing energy efficiency, Nest has emphasized the device’s new design features for the second version of its thermostat.
Compared to the previous version, it is 20% thinner. The ring reflecting the wall’s colour helps the second-generation Nest thermostat blend in with the environment better.
The model has also become compatible with 95% of low-voltage heating systems. It can also support modes such as:
- Two-stage cooling
- Three stage heating
- Emergency heating for heat pumps
- Air humidifier
2nd generation Nest thermostat: New advantages
The 2nd generation Nest thermostat arrived with version 3.0 of the Nest Learning thermostat software. What’s new in version 3.0 of the software?
System compatibility
- The 2nd generation Nest thermostat manages the heating so that the temperature of your interior is the one requested to the minute. It, therefore, anticipates the start-up.
- The Nest 2nd Generation Thermostat is suitable for radiant heating systems.
Improved self-programming
- 99% of Nest thermostats have been programmed in a way that they adapt perfectly to user habits.
- The absence mode is activated thirty minutes after your departure to make more savings.
Support new OS
- Android tablets like Nexus 7 and Kindle fire
2nd generation Nest thermostat: compatibility
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3rd generation of Nest thermostat: A better interface
The third generation of Nest Thermostat has a more functional user interface. Temperature, alarms, and messages are now easier to read.
The temperature or time is automatically displayed when you pass in front of the Nest 3rd generation thermostat, even from a distance. This Nest thermostat can also diagnose by analyzing your boiler and anticipating any problems.
The screen resolution is 40% higher, and the device is slimmer. The resolution is 229 pixels, which is 25% better quality than the Nest Thermostat’s second version.
3rd generation Nest thermostat: compatibility
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4th generation of Nest thermostat: The Nest Thermostat E
In August 2017, the Nest Thermostat E was launched. The brand wants to expand its range of thermostats to offer new cheaper models. The price of the device decreases significantly from $249 to $169, which might appeal to more customers in Canada.
The pre-configuration of the Nest Thermostat E is one of the significant new features. You can save money and energy as soon as you plug in the device. Nest concentrated on two factors: control and simplicity.
The new features of the Nest Thermostat E
Frosted display:
The display adapts to the light when active. The screen remains grey when it is turned off.
Pre-configured:
Nest thermostat E arrives at your home already programmed. Nest Learning Thermostat settings can still be adjusted or self-programmed.
Conclusion
In the end, we reviewed the evolution of Nest Thermostats, which is presented in the table below.
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