Google potentially addresses Google Nest camera issue causing video loss - here's the current information
In a recent update, Google has addressed some long-standing issues with its Nest Cameras in the Google Home app. The update, version 3.36, released around late July 2025, has notably improved streaming reliability, reducing the frequency of "no video available yet" errors[1][2][3].
One of the key bug fixes in this update addresses an issue where turning a camera off and on during a live stream would result in a "Camera Unavailable" error. This fix represents a significant improvement for users who have experienced these errors persistently over the years[5].
However, while the update has made a meaningful difference, some users are still reporting intermittent issues with videos not loading[3]. Older threads in community forums suggest that Google has struggled to fully eliminate the problem since at least 2022[5].
The update also aims to reduce the occurrence of "no video available" errors, but it only promises to see "fewer" cases of the problem occurring[2]. This suggests that while progress has been made, the issue is not entirely resolved.
Meanwhile, Google Home users are still experiencing issues with their service, with complaints about some of its best speakers and voice controls for smart lights reportedly stopping working completely[4]. There are also reports of a possible lawsuit regarding Google Home[6].
Anish Kattukaran, the Chief Product Officer for Google Home and Nest, has acknowledged these issues and apologized for the inconvenience. He mentioned that the company is working on a long-term solution[1]. It appears that Google Home's problems may stem from Google Assistant, as it is being replaced by Google Gemini[7].
Google encourages users to share their experiences with the Google Home service at the moment. Despite the recent patch for Nest Cameras, it seems that the problems with Google Home persist[4]. Users are advised to stay tuned for further updates and improvements from Google.
References: 1. The Verge 2. 9to5Google 3. Android Central 4. TechRadar 5. Ars Technica 6. Bloomberg 7. The Information
- Users might find it useful to consider upgrading their smart-home devices if they're experiencing persistent issues with Google Home, as the company is working on a long-term solution, and Google Assistant is being replaced by Google Gemini.
- Although Google's recent update for Nest Cameras improves streaming reliability, reducing "no video available yet" errors, some users still report intermittent issues with videos not loading, indicating that the technology behind Google Home devices may still require improvement.
