And the suggested workaround is… warmth
Google’s battery-powered Nest Cam and Nest Doorbell provide some smarter security for your home with flexible placement options, thanks to their portable power source. But if you’ve installed them outdoors and, like many, have noticed that the batteries aren’t lasting as long when the temperature falls below freezing, you’re not alone. The company has heard these complaints and is now providing its customers with an explanation.
9to5Google spotted a Nest support article that details what’s going on and, more importantly, why some devices are facing problems. As it turns out, while both products will function within a pretty broad temperature range — between -4°F (-20°C) and 104°F (40°C) — battery performance will degrade significantly once the outdoor thermometer reads below 32℉ (0℃). Once the…