Article Summary:
Like any electronic device, Nest Cam produces heat while it’s on. It’s normal for Nest Cam to get warm to the touch, but the design quickly disperses heat through the ventilated aluminum back.

Nest Cam may produce some heat while plugged in because of the electrical current powering it. Streaming audio and video, sending alerts, and other normal operations make the Nest Cam's hardware work harder, which creates more heat. When used with Night Vision, the camera may become warm to the touch because the infrared LEDs inside are turned on.

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Tips to keep your camera cool

Nest Cam is meant for indoor use in well-ventilated areas. While Nest Cam is engineered to effectively handle the expected heat during normal operation, there are a few things you can do to help keep your camera functioning smoothly.

• Make sure it's in an indoor environment within Nest Cam's operating range of 32-104 degrees Fahrenheit (0-40 degrees Celsius).
• Keep your camera in a well-ventilated space.
• Don't enclose the camera in any materials.