Google gets into sleep surveillance with new Nest Hub screen

Sleep-sensing technology will be a key feature on Google's next generation of its Nest Hub, a 7in display unveiled March 16, 2021. — Google via AP

SAN RAMON, California: Google’s next Internet-connected home device will test whether consumers trust the company enough to let it snoop on their sleep.

New sleep-sensing technology will be a key feature on Google’s latest version of its Nest Hub, a 7in smart screen unveiled Tuesday. Like the previous generation, the US$100 (RM411) Nest Hub can display pictures and video in addition to fielding questions and handling household tasks through Google’s voice-activated assistant. It also doesn’t feature a camera.