Google's Nest Doorbell does have its advantages but some users are complaining that it can be a bit too loud at times.
Give that, there is actually a feature that functions like a do not disturb mode called "quiet time."
Activating Quiet Time on Either the Google Nest App or Google Home App
According to the story by Android Headlines, in order to activate this feature, users will first need to have the Nest app or the Google Home app. Either can be used in order to change the settings of the Nest Doorbell.
How to Activate 'Quiet Time' on the Google Home App:
- Run the Google Home app
- Click on the "Cameras"
- Select camera feed coming from the doorbell you want to change
- Click on the "More" tab
- Click on "Quiet Time." It is the bell-shaped icon you will see.
- Choose the timeframe from 30 minutes up to 3 hours
- Click on "Set" to finalize the new settings.
There are also ways for users to set their Nest Doorbell to Quiet Mode even without using the Google Home app. Users can set their Nest Doorbell to Quiet Mode using the Google Nest app as well.
How to Activate 'Quiet Time' on the Google Nest App:
- Open the Nest app
- Click on the gear-shaped settings icon seen at the top right
- Select the "Indoor chime On/Off"
- Click on "Visitor Announcements"
- Turn off announcements for visitors
- Doorbell will function in "Quiet Mode" but needs to be reactivated
Before choosing either of the methods discussed above, it is important to know the difference between the two.
What is the Differnece Between Both Methods?
It is also important to note that out of the two methods, using the Google Home app might be convenient for users in a way because it provides brief periods where no notifications will be given. It likewise allows users to officially pause announcements.
Thhe Google Nest app, on the other hand, offers a permanent way for disabling notifications. It is important to note that should users want the alarm system and visitor announcements back up again, they will have to manually enable it.
Other Google Nest Doorbell Features
Before using either method, it is important to decide whether the change is either temporary or permanent. Although enabling Quiet Time allows for peace and quiet for a couple of hours, it could also defeat the main purpose of having a Nest Doorbell to begin with.
The official Google support page also details other features you can toggle with the Nest Doorbell and other Google products.
In addition, one interesting feature that many users can take note of regarding the Nest Doorbell is it is capable of doing is that it actually allows owners to stream their security camera for added protection.
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Written by Urian B.
