Google adds dog-name recognition to Nest and opens Fitbit Air blueprints
GOOG•Google updated its Nest cameras to use AI vision to identify individual dogs by name, enhancing pet monitoring capabilities. The company also released full Fitbit Air hardware blueprints, allowing third parties to design and 3D-print custom watch bands and encouraging ecosystem growth around its wearable devices.
1. Nest AI dog recognition update
Google has deployed a new firmware upgrade for its Nest security cameras that leverages machine learning to distinguish and label individual dogs by name. The update improves pet detection notifications and integrates with the Home app to store recognized pet profiles, which could boost subscription upgrades for advanced monitoring features.
2. Fitbit Air blueprint release
The company published complete technical drawings and 3D models for its upcoming Fitbit Air watch bands, enabling any manufacturer or hobbyist to produce compatible accessories. By open-sourcing the design, Google aims to foster a broader accessory market, potentially driving higher device sales and increasing user engagement in its wearable ecosystem.
