Nest reveal ‘Hello’ smart doorbell that can recognize familiar faces using sister firm Google’s software

‘Google sister company Nest Labs is adding the search giant’s facial recognition technology to a camera-equipped doorbell and rolling out a security system in an attempt to end its history of losses.
The products expand upon the internet-connected thermostats, smoke detectors and stand-alone security cameras that Nest has been selling since its inception six years ago.
The Hello doorbell comes with a built-in video camera and speakers that will make it seem like it can recognize and talk to people.
The doorbell will draw upon Google’s facial recognition technology so it can warn a home’s occupants when a stranger approaches.
However, Nest’s usage of facial recognition hasn’t yet sparked privacy concerns because it doesn’t tap into Google’s vast database of photos to automatically recognize people.’
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