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I tested Google's new smart thermostat, and it managed my home like a champ

The Google Nest Learning Thermostat is the perfect example of a gorgeous piece of tech that works and promises to remain relevant.

The Nest Learning Thermostat loses the previous generation's colorful display and user interface, opting for a sleeker, simpler design on its full-color screen. As it learns your preferred temperatures, it suggests small tweaks to favor energy efficiency, which can result in lower utility bills. A quick glimpse at the Nest Learning Thermostat tells me how soon the temperature will rise, if my kids need a school jacket, and whether rain is expected soon.

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