Security News > 2020 > November > Google's home security package flies the Nest, Chocolate Factory pledges software support – for now

Bad news for those who have bought into the Nest Secure home surveillance system - Google has surprised many by halting further deployments.

The Secure package consists of motion sensors for doors and windows that communicate with the Hub, a modern-day version of the traditional home alarm keypad but with NFC Tag key fobs and smartphone alerts.

"We sold out of Nest Secure and won't be making the full system available for sale any longer," the Chocolate Factory said on a support page.

"We are committed to bringing our users the same feature and software support they've always had with Nest Secure, including existing cross-product integrations within the Nest ecosystem. We will also continue to deliver critical security updates and software fixes."

No more Nest Secure starter kits are being sold but Google promised "More Nest Detect sensors available for sale in mid-December" if you want the Betamax of home security systems.

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