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Nest Protect (1st gen)

Google · Other devices · Released in 2013

Talking smoke/CO alarm, recalled in 2014

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Device information

Brand
Google
Release year
2013
Category
Other devices

The story of this device

The first-generation Nest Protect reinvented the smoke alarm by replacing piercing shrieks with friendly human voice alerts indicating the location and nature of smoke or carbon monoxide hazards. Featuring a night-light Pathlight ring and smartphone alerts, it brought peace of mind home.

Specifications

Battery
Available in AC-wired or battery-powered versions
OS
Nest OS
Connectivity
Built-in Wi-Fi
Input
"Wave to hush" gesture silences false alarms
Notable
Combined smoke/CO detection with spoken alerts; recalled in 2014

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