I Was BLOWN AWAY By Switchbot's SECRET Upcoming Products - Full Interview!

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  • @garethjones5068
    @garethjones5068 2 роки тому +3

    Really speaks to how respected you are in the smart home space that you get these kind of interviews & this level of access

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks Gareth! It was really great to be able to do this!

  • @EsotericArctos
    @EsotericArctos 2 роки тому +6

    The mobile fan sounds like an interesting option. Can't wait to see that.

    • @faengelm
      @faengelm 2 роки тому

      I'm also interested in that

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      It'll be really wild to see that come out!

    • @taizzle70
      @taizzle70 2 роки тому +1

      Me too! it's not just a ceiling fan? But i can see it doing something like... goin to rooms with the hottest temperature reading with the thermostat or something.

    • @EsotericArctos
      @EsotericArctos 2 роки тому

      @@AutomateYourLife I just rewatched and noticed the first question you asked was about Home Assistant compatibility (missed that first time around). Nice to see they are working directly on it. Pity Broadlink seems so reluctant to do the same when so many are jumping on board with Home Assistant now.

  • @HughD
    @HughD 2 роки тому +4

    Wow, Brian. I absolutely love these kinds of videos where you interview some of the key innovators in the smart home space. These folks also do small, but significant design features that are missed by others, like having the bot's battery accessed from the top of the device rather than the bottom so you don't have to unglue/unstick/remove it from it's position for a simple battery change. I know we'd like to see some bot variations that allow for a longer finger or perhaps a second finger that could be moveable and maybe plugged in to give flexibility in terms of how it's mounted. I like their products and appreciate you covering them.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks so much Hugh! You're right, there are little innovations within these innovative products, and I love that piece of what SwitchBot does. :) So I'm sooooo glad you're enjoying it!

  • @moniquem783
    @moniquem783 2 роки тому +2

    I really feel like I’ve picked the right time to get into this!
    Great interview. Thanks.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks Monique! It is definitely an exciting time!

    • @moniquem783
      @moniquem783 2 роки тому

      @@AutomateYourLife it sure is! I decided to go with HomeKit for my home and just a couple of months ago when I was first researching that really limited what was available. Already, in such a short time, so many extra devices have been added to the list! Very excited to hear him say they’re working on a robot vac too. I so badly want to have a dinner’s ready scene/automation which sets the lights and puts on some music and also sends a vac into the kitchen to clean up anything I’ve dropped on the floor. I constantly drop things on the floor!

  • @rjbrowning85
    @rjbrowning85 2 роки тому

    One of my favorite videos to date!! I would love to see more interviews like this with other smart home companies. Really gives you an insight into the company, their people, and how they do business. Makes a big difference when all we have to go on today when deciding whether or not to buy a product is UA-cam reviews and Amazon ratings.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      I'm so glad you enjoyed this Joe! This was a ton of fun to make and I loved feeling SwitchBot's approach to the smart home came out loud and clear...and I like their approach in a lot of ways.

  • @davidharraway8131
    @davidharraway8131 2 роки тому

    Thanks so much for this review and the view forward with Davidson. I'm an Assistive Technologist (provide support to people with disabilities around technology that enables them to live with more independence) and am a big fan of the simplicity, flexiblity, price, and reliability of the Switchbot eco system for what it can do to make life easier (and more fun) for my clients.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks for sharing! Love that people like you are watching this stuff!

  • @sushreyshrivastava5323
    @sushreyshrivastava5323 2 роки тому

    I really appreciate you asking about Home Assistant integration. Good to see switchbot take home assistant seriously.

  • @streetwiztech5505
    @streetwiztech5505 2 роки тому

    Brian, as always a good video.. interesting listening to the answers to your questions.. keep up the good work my friend.

  • @philipperostin
    @philipperostin Рік тому

    I did notice a clear improvement on SB reliability. A few months ago (From 23/09) it was often not connecting to the cloud and thus getting useless. Nowadays it stays connected and is way faster and more reliable. Shoutout to SB for that.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  Рік тому

      You know…I was feeling the same way. I thought it had improved cloud connectivity and wise!

  • @vicb2389
    @vicb2389 2 роки тому

    This was excellent. I hope you can interview the other players in this space. Also maybe get questions that the community is asking but haven't been answered fully. I like their ability to showcase their products too.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      Hey Vic, good news! We did ask the users of this community to provide most of those questions. So stick around, and as we get chances to interview, we will. :)

  • @BeardedTinker
    @BeardedTinker 2 роки тому

    Really exited about blinds and shades... Great interview!!!!!

  • @ronm6585
    @ronm6585 2 роки тому

    Thank you. Great interview.

  • @mikeclement7020
    @mikeclement7020 2 роки тому

    Great video ! Thank you Brian

  • @TheJoaolyraaraujo
    @TheJoaolyraaraujo 2 роки тому

    I don’t have any switchboard devices yet. This open approach made me a potential consumer

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      Yeah, I loved how open they were with us and with their potential fans/customers.

  • @HughD
    @HughD 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @BrandonDoyleMN
    @BrandonDoyleMN 2 роки тому

    Fun to see the new office and exciting new products coming up

  • @brillest
    @brillest 2 роки тому

    I bought a couple of unique, innovative Switchbot products. One was a door sensor with a motion sensor which means it can detect when someone has entered or exited through the door. The other was a motion sensor with a light sensor, so if you're using the door sensor to turn on a light, you can not have it unnecessarily turn on the light if it is already bright enough. The problem is that there's no way to natively use it with Alexa. They could have through configuration/set up trigger a condition based on the added sensors. For example, have it so that the motion sensor is not triggered when there is sufficient light... And come up with two logical triggers for the door sensor for entry and exit. Thus, it's been rather disappointing. Yes, I'm sure there is a more complex way to use these sensors as needed with Alexa, but the point is to try to reduce the complexity for the consumer to make them more accessible for use by everyday people, not home automation geeks.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      I sure hope one day that sensor brings all it's power to all the platforms

  • @faengelm
    @faengelm 2 роки тому

    Thank you for doing this great interview

  • @waylinnelson
    @waylinnelson 2 роки тому

    So you don’t need a switchbot hub to run the new mini plug, just a HomeKit hub?

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      The new Mini Plug is a WiFi connectivity device so it doesn't need the hub. You wouldn't need a HomeKit Hub either to simply control with Siri or the Home App, but if you want to run automations in HK, yes...you will then.

  • @lany_07gaming
    @lany_07gaming 2 роки тому

    Great content.👍

  • @bradkrekelberg8624
    @bradkrekelberg8624 2 роки тому +1

    The Switchbot Curtain 2 looks great with those additional rollers. It's a bit disappointing, I bought a pair of Switchbot Curtains back in April and they slip and lose their calibration often. It would be nice if you could just buy the clip-on brackets without the center section.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      You know Brad...I think you can. You should talk to them. Try their support team.

    • @thetroytroycan
      @thetroytroycan 2 роки тому

      @@AutomateYourLife don't waste your time. They'll refer u to website. Wait until the product evolves on its own. I am watching switchbot. They might be something worth investing in. If this philosophy is consistent. If it changes even a tiny bit, they could fester.

  • @oneleggedwonder1
    @oneleggedwonder1 9 місяців тому

    i use switchbot bot for my heating for at least 2 years with voice commands on Google home it's worked perfectly and way cheaper and easier than changing my thermostat and As i am disabled I need heating on at really really random times of the day or night to help with pain so glad for switchbot

  • @jpinchefsky8796
    @jpinchefsky8796 2 роки тому

    Do you know if they'll be coming out with a device for blinds - twist a rod to angle the blinds, pull a string to open the blinds

  • @myHomeKithome
    @myHomeKithome 2 роки тому +1

    I honestly love the idea of all of SwitchBot’s devices but because the app is not accessible for blind users,, I’m unable to use any of their products. I’m really hoping this changes in the near future.

  • @carlossolivan9230
    @carlossolivan9230 2 роки тому

    How about integrating a way to use the switch bot to control AC vents

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      There are so many uses we need for that product...they could innovate just on that one hey

  • @faengelm
    @faengelm 2 роки тому

    On-screen link didn't work for me

  • @lurenlei1905
    @lurenlei1905 2 роки тому

    Great video as usual. If you were to just now start expanding your smart home (beyond Ikea and Nest hubs, which is what I have now), would you start with Switchbot or Aqara? I ask based on price, reliability and compatibility, as they both seem to have versions of all the products I'm considering.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      Great question! I think Aqara's more of a traditional hub with the devices they have. More sensors, and it's a more traditional Zigbee arrangement. They have some upcoming devices that are really exciting and are backed by Xiaomi. So that's a really strong offering, and when you think about HomeKit, that's the use case for me.
      SwitchBot is more of those non-traditional devices. They're fun, exciting and different. They are starting to round out the platform, and I like what they're doing. Probably overall though, they have less traditional offerings that you'll be after.
      I think you can build alllllllmost a whole home around Aqara right now, whereas Switchbot is a complimentary piece. The good news? I have both and they can work together with Google. :)

    • @lurenlei1905
      @lurenlei1905 2 роки тому

      Thanks! I may just do that, now I just have to figure out where to start 😅

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      I have how to build a smart home 101 on my editor as I type this.

  • @thetroytroycan
    @thetroytroycan 2 роки тому

    I liked this. Good job. I wish they would have answered a question I had about ikea curtain track compatibility but they just sent me to the website specs. A tech company, sent a tech lover, with spec compatibility questions, to review tech specs on a website, for ikea curtain track compatibility, which is thier target demographic FOR THEIR FLAGSHIP PRODUCT. mind-blowing

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      They'll get there 👍. They're still a relatively small company developing right?

    • @thetroytroycan
      @thetroytroycan 2 роки тому

      @@AutomateYourLife yeah you're right. I decided to buy a few things from the sale they had. Why be negative.

    • @thetroytroycan
      @thetroytroycan 2 роки тому

      Works very well with Ikea. Sweet product.

  • @merrickbryan85
    @merrickbryan85 2 роки тому

    Brian! You are an absolute champion for this video. We need more people like you who are willing to ask the hard questions with these smart home companies. While I understand his response about zigbee and zwave... it seems like a petty excuse to blame it on "you need another product" to run their products. There are so many cheap zigbee/zwave hubs on the market and numerous industry alliances they could make to increase their product/sales outbound taking them to the next level. Maybe they don't have the liquidity to pay for these licensing alliances but I did not like his response. You would increase security, reliability and consumer happiness by including a zigbee and/or zwave line of products.
    I am so pleased with you about asking about the reliability as that issue the main reason I keep Switchbot at arms distance... I won't recommend these products to my smarthome install/consulting clients unfortunately because I personally have the same issue at about 40% of the time I dont not get a response when I push a signal in smartthings, do a voice command in Google Home/Alexa or even run a schedule in their own app.
    I wish I could double subscribe to you right now!! Do you have a Patreon?!?!? I need to donate to you ASAP!!! 🤣🤣

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      Oh man, and I do hope SwitchBot hears the SmartThings issues loud and clear from your comment Bryan. I love ST, and I want that partnership to be a match made in heaven. Both companies would do so well if the SwitchBot gear worked directly (and locally) with ST.
      As for your overall comment, thank you so much. I'm definitely going to be doing a few more of these types of interviews in the future, and I've got some good ones planned. So thanks so much for the kudos here!
      I used to have a Patreon actually, but I'm shutting it down in favor of YT memberships. It's a starting program, but it's nice to be able to give those "double subbed" viewers some easy benefits here on the channel. 😀😀👍

    • @merrickbryan85
      @merrickbryan85 2 роки тому

      @@AutomateYourLife well sir you have my Level 3 subscription as of today! Love your channel.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      🤩🤩🤩

    • @Nizzzful
      @Nizzzful 2 роки тому

      Awesome video, couldn't agree more. It makes sense for licensing fee and cost reason. Philipps also did something disgraceful to their 3rd party Zigbee hub support.
      But I understand he is trying to say that Bluetooth and Wi-Fi is better for NEW users, who don't have any Hub before. Everyone has a mobile phone with Bluetooth though.
      For the issues, they should look into it, no excuse.

  • @frankraym
    @frankraym 2 роки тому

    Hey Brian, I just received the lock from switchbot and I have the wyze lock. Can you make a video comparing the wyze smart lock that replaces the inside of the deadbolt and the switch bot lock? I have both locks and after using both smart locks I find the switch bot is actually easier to install than wyze smart lock that replaces the deadbolt inside, however the wyze smart lock wins this one for me because of the auto unlock feature . Switch bot currently has no auto unlock feature. But maybe one day they will release it. I talked with some of the devs at switch bot and there's no plan yet for auto unlock. Although the auto unlock feature on the wyze lock only works for me about 80 percent of the time. But when it does work it's incredibly useful especially if my hands are full and I'm carrying some stuff

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      I agree that's the most natural comparison and I've been working with the SwitchBot Lock for a long time now. I've had some mixed experiences for sure, and I'll say that I have to work through those issues with SwitchBot before I can come out and say much about it. The auto unlock thing is a nice feature on the Wyze, and I'd say that Wyze is perfect every time I request an unlock!

    • @frankraym
      @frankraym 2 роки тому

      @@AutomateYourLife i wanted to mention you also inspired me to start my own tech UA-cam channel :) Iv always felt at ease with new tech products and I definitely want to start in the near future ! And yeah iv used the wyze lock for over a year and the switchbot lock since it's released and I definitely have mixed feelings about it. One the batteries should of been double AA or rechargeable and 2 having no auto lock feature is kind of a big deal. IV already submitted a request for switchbot to implement it....only time will tell.

  • @FairGround7DeLorean
    @FairGround7DeLorean 2 роки тому

    I'm so happy they are bringing more products to the switch bot ecosystem as I'm doubling down on there products they are so good. All I wish is they would support 2FA on there accounts tho.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      I noticed they tightened the security a bit on the app recently, but that's a good bit of feedback for them!

  • @panosk4582
    @panosk4582 2 роки тому

    Great interview . I m going to buy 10 SwitchBot Bot , 1 Hub Mini and 5 SwitchBot Meter Plus with 20% off . it's a good idea ? or I'm waiting to see what happens with matter ( will be adopting matter in near future)? thks ..!!!

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      I think just keep in mind that all those products might not be capable of Matter ok? Sometimes technical limitations show up when companies try

  • @mrdando
    @mrdando 2 роки тому

    I have a 3 speed fan I like to automate that other than just doing on off

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому +1

      Yeah that would take a few bots to do, or use the IR component on the hub if it has a remote!

  • @variiogaming
    @variiogaming 2 роки тому

    I would love to know if Switchbot is going to make Zigbee devices too cause I have been staying away from them due to wifi only products. I like my devices to be kept off wifi. It didnt sound like he liked it too much but you never know. He mentioned matter so maybe their devices may be offline one day.

  • @frankraym
    @frankraym 2 роки тому

    They should make a smart garbage . Similar to townew but better lol. Maybe make something that goes over your existing faucet that makes them smart without plumbing. A camera like the peephole ring cam but have it so if it recognizes familiar faces it unlocks the door. Something that mounts over your existing door and opens the door for you. There's many things they could do haha. I personally want to see more smart devices for the bathroom like maybe they can make smart mirror ??

  • @mindblockandroid
    @mindblockandroid 2 роки тому

    That guy talks exactly like Daniel Bloodworth frim Easy Allies!

  • @alwaysright3718
    @alwaysright3718 2 роки тому +1

    They making a window winder or just more products we don't need....

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      Lol you are literally the only person who asks about that!🤣

    • @alwaysright3718
      @alwaysright3718 2 роки тому +1

      @@AutomateYourLife because I'm the only person that has automated their house fully....

  • @supremesti
    @supremesti Рік тому

    I use switchbot devices on my alexa side of home automation but I have been slowly switching over to homekit. I have been staying away from switchbot due to them requiring the hub. Seems like they will require the hub for the foreseeable future. That’s a dealbreaker for me since I have been going thread only with my smart home devices now and was hoping switchbot would make thread devices since it’s part of matter now but it seems like they are making their hub matter capable over wifi and keeping bluetooth on everything else like their bots.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  Рік тому

      It might be good to break up the protocol in use in your home. Doesn't all have to be one!

    • @supremesti
      @supremesti Рік тому

      @@AutomateYourLife I already have a lot of wifi devices. I’m trying to bring everything small onto thread like lights and sensors. The less wifi devices the better and more secure.

  • @AC-os1bb
    @AC-os1bb 2 роки тому

    "We dont want to make zigbee or zwave .. you need a hub .. hubs are terrible" -- Awesome so switchbot doesnt require a hub? .. well, it requires a gateway. -- So it needs a hub? .. No, a gateway. -- A hub .. no a gateway, it is different. A gateway connects to your wifi and manages the devices connec . . . okay fine its a hub.

  • @TenchiMisaki45
    @TenchiMisaki45 2 роки тому +2

    Dude. Your making us "buy" the q&a from your store for free with links to all your merch all around and you are asking us to provide our contact info in order to download it? That's not at the level of scammy yet but makes me wonder. Not cool my dude.
    Edit: And the part about a donation when you check out...

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      It's just the system I use to sell products. Put whatever the heck you want in for an email address. I'm not asking for any info.
      Edit: Donations are part of the system. It'll show up on any FourthWall site you end up on. Also, feel free to not download the very free document that I put together to increase your level of knowledge and enjoyment.

  • @Vamanos46
    @Vamanos46 2 роки тому

    Time to focus on pro-"Matter" devices.
    I am no longer buying stuff that does not have wifi connectivity /needs another disparate wireless protocol needing other hubs.

    • @AutomateYourLife
      @AutomateYourLife  2 роки тому

      All good if that's what you want to do, but I don't want to be totally closed off. I mean...robot vacuum fan...

  • @michaelannanack1033
    @michaelannanack1033 2 роки тому +1

    💰💰💰💰💰🏠👆🏻

  • @jerimow8400
    @jerimow8400 2 роки тому

    Good grief