Next-gen Nest thermostat is thinner, smarter than before
With Nest 2.0, Tony Fadell -- the "Father of the iPod" -- has seemingly boosted his sexy thermostat's efficiency and learning ability. It also now works with more home heating and cooling systems than ever.
Twenty percent thinner
Nest Labs today unveiled Nest 2.0, a 20 percent thinner version of its cutting-edge smart thermostat than the original. It is designed to be compatible with 95 percent of the American and Canadian low-voltage residential heating and cooling market.
Wall mount
Nest 2.0 will cost $249 and be available in mid-October. The new version of the device features ten connectors -- up from eight on the original -- meaning it will now work with a greater number of systems, including high-end air conditioners.
Hidden sensors
The original Nest had a small section on its front with perforated plastic, which allowed interior sensors to detect nearby movement. The new version loses the perforations, and features what appears to be a single piece of plastic, yet it is just as sensitive to the comings and goings of residents as its predecessor.
Interior
The interior of the second-generation Nest learning thermostat, which features ten connectors rather than eight on the previous version.
What it does
This image, from Nest Labs, illustrates the features of the thermostat's redesigned interior.
Box contents
A look at the contents of a Nest 2.0 package.
Nest
Although Nest 2.0 improves upon its predecessor, the device's functionality and look at feel remain largely the same.
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