Question 1

Are recordings stored in the cloud without an annual subscription for later retrieval should something happen and you want to subscribe later?

Accepted Answer

No. After the trial it's pay up or you have a basically a peephole.  They should at least have 24 hour or even 12 hour free... for everyone that buys it.  My Terrible experience with them is that I had the free trial and something went wrong their end and it was all deleted. We had some caught in the act of stealing things and no proof.   They've done nothing about it. I've spoken/email to about 30 people all of which do nothing.  1 person finally came back saying its gone forever and they can't do anything. They even promised a free subscription which never materialised. It's in a holiday home and i have no access to it easily otherwise it would go back. The main problem with these IP cameras is a robber only needs to cut the incoming telephone or cable feed and it's completely dead and useless. Nothing is even stored on Camera. should have a store onboard if the internet goes out - then that too is uploaded when / if it comes back on. So overall I think it's a terrible product and the worst customer service I have every had.  No one knows anything about them and can't pass you onto anyone that can help.  It really is a shame as the Actual hardware is great and works really well - but software is very lacking and the service is inexcusable consider the upfront and ongoing cost.

Question 2

If you opt for no subscription can you get clips/photos emailed or anything like that, or is it just live streaming only? What about motion alerts?

Accepted Answer

I have not subscribed, but I still receive notifications of alerts via the app on the phone. I then log in and you have a history log that you can view for that day. I use it to monitor my father through the night who has a form of dementia and have set up "activity zones" that send me an alert as soon as there is motion in that zone. Takes about 30 seconds to come through. Really excellent product.

Question 3

I have a nas can i use these cameras to record to it instead of using their cloud service?

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If you're using security/surveillance software on the NAS, you'd need to check the compatibility on NAS vendor site. If it happens to be Synology, the Nest Cam isn't compatible with Surveillance Station. I think because of the subscription model Nest has, they are, unfortunately, unlikely to make it easy to save recordings anywhere other than their own cloud service

Question 4

Can I install more than one camera?

Accepted Answer

With the newer Nest Aware subscription (if you are happy to do that) you now get more than one camera included in the same subscription

ASIN	B09TBCQG94
Alert Type	Motion Only
Antenna Location	Indoor Security
Batteries are Required	No
Best Sellers Rank	16,163 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 295 in Bullet Cameras
Brand	Google
Colour	Snow
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Connectivity Protocol	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Control Method	App
Controller Type	Nest
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (401)
Effective Video Resolution	1080
Focus Type	Auto Focus
Form Factor	Dome
Frame Rate	30 frames_per_second
Included Components	Nest Cam with Base, Power adaptor, Wall screws, Wall anchors, Quick start guide, Safety & warranty document
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Item Dimensions	5.7 x 6.4 x 9.8 centimetres
Item Type Name	Camera
Item Weight	393 Grams
Light Source	Infrared
Manufacturer	Google
Manufacturer Warranty Description	2 year limited warranty.
Material	6818255
Model Name	Nest Cam Indoor
Model Number	GJQ9T
Mount Type	Wall Mount
Network Connectivity Technology	Wi-Fi
Night Vision	Night Color
Night Vision Range	15 Feet
Number of Channels	2
Number of Items	1
Other Special Features of the Product	HD Resolution, Night Vision
Part Number	GJQ9T
Photo Sensor Technology	CMOS
Power source	Corded Electric
Room Type	Living Room
Shape	Dome
UPC	193575029498
Unit Count	1.0 count
Usage	Surveillance
Video Capture Format	MP4
Video Capture Resolution	1080p
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Waterproof Rating	IP54
Wattage	10 watts
Wireless Technology Type	Bluetooth, Wi-Fi
Zoom Type	Digital Zoom

Google GJQ9T Nest Cam (Indoor, Wired) Security Camera - Smart Home WiFi Camera

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