Google is very much aware that some Nest thermostats are suffering from a “w5 error” that prevents them from connecting to WiFi, according to Android Police. It also promised to issue ...

Google calls Nest's hidden microphone an 'error' The tech giant didn't inform customers that the home security hub had a microphone.

Google has offered to replace the Nest thermostats that are unable to go online due to the w5 error, which is apparently caused by the devices' Wi-Fi chip.

Google will replace certain Nest thermostats that can't connect to Wi-Fi It's an issue that goes back to at least the end of 2019.

Getting Google's smart home tech to work optimally has recently felt like an uphill battle. Over the last few months, users have reported problems with common voice commands for Nest Thermostats ...