Google has launched a new feature for its Nest Doorbell that uses artificial intelligence to tell the difference between package deliveries and regular motion. The update helps users avoid unnecessary alerts by focusing only on important activity at their front door.

(Google’s Doorbell AI Distinguishes Packages From Ordinary Motion.)

The system can now recognize when a package is left or picked up. It does this by analyzing video footage in real time. If someone walks by without interacting with a package, the doorbell will not send a notification. This reduces the number of false alerts homeowners receive each day.

Google says the AI was trained using millions of video clips showing different delivery scenarios. It learned to spot packages based on shape, size, and how people handle them. The technology works even in low light or bad weather.

Users do not need to change any settings. The feature rolls out automatically through a software update. It is available now for all Nest Doorbell models that support facial recognition and package detection.

This improvement builds on Google’s earlier efforts to make smart home devices more helpful. Previous versions could detect people, animals, and vehicles. Now the system adds another layer of understanding by identifying specific actions related to deliveries.

Homeowners who receive frequent packages say they often get too many alerts. Some come from passing cars or neighborhood pets. The new AI aims to cut down on that noise. It focuses only on moments that matter most—like when a delivery arrives or a package goes missing.

(Google’s Doorbell AI Distinguishes Packages From Ordinary Motion.)

Google promises ongoing updates to keep the system accurate. The company collects anonymous data to improve performance over time. Users can review event history in the Nest app to see exactly what the doorbell recorded.