- Does it need a subscription?
- Live view and alerts work without one. Saved video history requires a Nest Aware plan, and without it you only get event snapshots and short clips.
- Can it run on battery?
- No. It is mains-powered with a fixed cable, so you need an outdoor outlet or a long extension run.
- Does it work with Alexa?
- Yes. It streams to Echo Show screens and works with Google Assistant, though the deepest features live in the Google Home app.
- How is it different from the battery Nest Cam?
- This model records continuously because it is wired, while the battery version wakes on motion. The wired model also has a wider 152-degree view.
- Can I store footage locally?
- No. There is no microSD slot; recordings go to the cloud through Nest Aware.
- Is it weatherproof?
- Yes, it is rated for outdoor use and handles rain and snow, though the cable connection should stay sheltered.
- Where is the Google Nest Cam Outdoor (2nd Gen) cheapest?
- At eBay, for $107.85, 46% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Google Nest Cam Outdoor (2nd Gen)?
- 16 stores we checked sell it, including Verizon, Abt Electronics, Kohl's, Target, eBay.