Google has begun rolling out software updates for a selection of its legacy Nest Cam and Doorbell models as part of its ongoing support strategy. The update targets six specific devices: the first-generation Nest Cam Indoor and Outdoor, the Nest Hello (now referred to as Nest Doorbell wired, 1st gen), and both the indoor and outdoor versions of the Nest Cam IQ.
Access to these updates is contingent upon users having migrated their older Nest devices to the Google Home app. This migration process has been available to all users for months, if not years. Notably, in this release, Google officially refers to its original doorbell camera, Nest Hello, as the "Nest Doorbell (wired, 1st gen)."
The changelog details several key improvements aimed at enhancing device reliability and performance. A primary fix addresses Wi-Fi reconnection stability, resolving issues where cameras would crash or stall following brief network interruptions. Additionally, the update significantly reduces latency for night vision switching on first-generation indoor and outdoor models, cutting down a delay that previously took 15 to 20 seconds when activating the camera in low light.
Further refinements include synchronized audio and video for the wired doorbell model, which previously suffered from desynchronization that could trigger unexpected device restarts. The update also corrects inaccurate status light behavior on Nest Cam IQ devices, ensuring the indicator ring does not pulse blue to suggest a setup wait state when the camera is already configured but disconnected from Wi-Fi. These updates are currently being distributed and will install automatically in the background.
Sources: 9to5Google.