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Google Unveils Camera-Free Home Hub to Rival Echo Show

Google introduces the Google Home Hub, a $149 smart display that intentionally omits a camera for enhanced privacy. The device features an adaptive screen and deep smart home integration, with retail availability starting October 22.

Plumerai Raises Stakes for On-Device AI in Home Security Cameras

Plumerai brings highly efficient, on-device artificial intelligence to home security cameras, eliminating the need for cloud processing. Backed by Tony Fadell, the company aims to reduce costs and privacy risks for consumers.

Google Lays Off Over 1,000 Employees Amid Major Hardware and Assistant Restructuring

Google eliminates over 1,000 roles across its hardware, voice assistant, and AR divisions while Fitbit co-founders exit the company. The Alphabet Workers Union criticizes the cuts as needless given the tech giant's massive quarterly profits.

Google Overhauls Hardware Division in Major Functional Reorganization

Google is consolidating its Pixel, Nest, and Fitbit teams into a centralized functional model, resulting in the departure of Fitbit co-founders and hundreds of layoffs.

Google I/O 2021 Keynote Promises Android 12 and Smart Home Updates

Google kicks off its annual developers conference with a massive two-hour keynote expected to reveal Android 12 and new smart home features. Viewers can easily stream the event live online.

Google Reveals Hardware Division Now Generates Multibillion-Dollar Revenue

Google officially classifies its hardware division as a "multibillion-dollar" business, pulling in over $2 billion annually. The category, which includes Pixel devices and Nest products, is grouped with YouTube subscriptions under a broader $17 billion revenue umbrella.

Google Merges Home and Nest Brands With 10-Inch Hub Max Display

Google introduces the Nest Hub Max, a larger smart display with a built-in camera and gesture controls, marking the merger of the Home and Nest product lines.

Google Apologizes for Undisclosed Microphone Hidden in Nest Secure Hub

Google admits it made an error by failing to disclose a hidden microphone inside its Nest Secure security hub, sparking fresh privacy concerns among consumers.

Google Admits Undisclosed Microphone in Nest Secure Hub

Google acknowledges a major oversight after customers discover a hidden microphone inside the Nest Secure smart home hub. The company insists the device is inactive unless explicitly enabled by the user.

Nest Secure Gains Google Assistant Via Secretly Built-In Microphone

Nest's home security system now doubles as a Google Assistant device, but the update reveals a previously undisclosed microphone in the hardware.