Google Nest cameras won't you disabled light when recording

Some Nest security camera users are sad concerning associate update that is rolling bent on their devices. Google sent emails on notifying those that the junction rectifier light-weight on their cameras (Nest Cam, Dropcam and Nest Hello) will now not be turned off when the camera is on and recording. Google says the modification, that was 1st declared in might, is for privacy reasons. 

Previously homeowners had the choice to show the sunshine on or off once capturing or looking video. Now, the sunshine can blink.

On the forum, of us ar complaintive that having the sunshine on and blinking whereas its recording might doubtless signal to thieves once they are being watched, and once they don't seem to be.

Commenters additionally note that they use Nest security cameras in alternative ways that, like baby monitors.

"Having a flashing light-weight within the sleeping child's room is INSANE!" one person wrote. 

Google says the modification can provide bigger transparency and privacy in Nest owners' homes.

"As a part of our commitment to privacy, we have a tendency to explained that you just would forever see a transparent visual indicator once your Nest cameras are on and causing video and audio to Google," a Google exponent same via email.