Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd Gen)
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Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen
Brand: Nest (Parent: Google LLC) Category: Smart Learning Thermostat • Model / Gen: 3 T3007ES, T3008ES (US/Canada models) Release Date: 2015-09-12 • Status: End of life Classification Date: 2025-10-20 • Official Website | |
Contents
Security Evaluation
1. Device Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Known hardware tampering | None | 🔗 Proof | Tamper-resistant design with secure mounting hardware; no public hardware tampering cases. |
| Known vulnerabilities | Rare | https://nest.com/security-updates 🔗 Proof | Occasional low-risk vulnerabilities fixed by Google through firmware updates. |
| Prior attacks | None | 🔗 Proof | No known large-scale attacks; historical reports focused on early-gen security reviews. |
| Updatability | Very common | 🔗 Proof | Automatic firmware updates during active support period (now discontinued). |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
2. System Security
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Authentication with other systems | Partial | https://nest.com/integrations 🔗 Proof | Integrates with Google Home and select platforms via APIs; limited third-party support. |
| Communications | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | https://nest.com/security 🔗 Proof | Data transmissions use advanced encryption; communication with Nest servers is encrypted. |
| Storage | Encrypted with up-to-date encryption | 🔗 Proof | User data and settings stored in Google Cloud with encryption; local storage on device for basic settings. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
3. User Authentication
| Criterion | Value | Proof | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Account management | Full | 🔗 Proof | Managed via Google Account with multi-device linking and family sharing. |
| Authentication | Secure | 🔗 Proof | Supports two-factor authentication for Google Account; required for high-risk actions. |
| Brute-force protection | Exist | 🔗 Proof | Blocks repeated failed logins; Google Account security measures apply. |
| Event logging | Absent | 🔗 Proof | Logs device access, temperature changes, and account interactions in the app. |
| Passwords | Require change after setup with complexity requirements | 🔗 Proof | Google Account password rules apply: 8+ characters, mixed case, numbers/symbols. |
| Category Score | Score: 2 / 3 | ||
Technical Specifications
| Property | Details |
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| Operating System & App | Nest OS (Companion App: Nest OS) |
| Hardware (CPU / GPU) | CPU: • GPU: |
| Memory & Storage | Memory: • Storage: |
| Power, Battery & Charging | Battery: • Power: • Charging: |
| Display & Camera | Display: • Camera: |
| Sound & Connectivity | Sound: • Connectivity: |
| Physical (Dimensions & Mass) | Dimensions: 3.3 x 3.3 x 1.2 inches • Mass: Approx. 10.6 oz |
