Recently, several applications previously accessible on the Nest Hub devices have been removed, leading to user confusion. Reports surfaced on Reddit regarding the disappearance of most apps, with only a few remaining, such as YouTube TV and Sling TV.
Initially, the apps included features like Netflix, Google Duo, and Podcasts, but many were eliminated as Google phased out certain services. This trend of app removal has been ongoing, with previous reports indicating similar losses over the last year.
Devices tested, including the Nest Hub Max and both generations of the Nest Hub, confirmed the absence of most applications. The last known instance of full app availability occurred in early 2024, suggesting a gradual decline rather than a sudden change.
Despite these alterations, the changes appear to have gone largely unnoticed by users, indicating that the feature did not hold significant value for many.