From what I saw after a 2 minute browse on their API site, you are talking to their servers and then they tell the stat what to do. ?From what I can tell on the protocol, you'll be needing HTTPS of some kind for the OAUTH authentication (and I didn't see if it was required to talk to their server), and will likely need to port some libraries around (Firebase I believe).
Heath, I have a Nest at home (and a protect smoke alarm). I love them both. Haven't had any issues.
Last I knew the protocol was to communicate with Nest servers which when connected to the stats.... Can anyone confirm this? Or has it potentially changed?
I've heard bad things about their reliability. ?I don't want to hear any bad things about a thermostat, especially in a state where things tend to get cold...