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Smart Home Point
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Добавлен 5 ноя 2019
Hello, I'm Tristan, a software developer who's been interested in gadgets, smart tech and DIY/homes - so I've loved seeing the rise in smart home technology over the past decade.
This channel will regularly post tips, tricks and tutorials covering various aspects of smart homes - especially including the Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant based platforms, (e.g. Echo and Google Home), along with Ring devices and more.
Smart Home Point's blog and this channel are properties of Perry Media And Development Ltd (12856747).
This channel will regularly post tips, tricks and tutorials covering various aspects of smart homes - especially including the Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant based platforms, (e.g. Echo and Google Home), along with Ring devices and more.
Smart Home Point's blog and this channel are properties of Perry Media And Development Ltd (12856747).
How To Install A Ring Doorbell On A Narrow Door Frame
Ring Doorbells are a great addition to any smart home because they add loads of extra convenience (especially when we're out) - plus they increase our home's security. HOWEVER they are much bigger than old push doorbells, meaning that some Ring Doorbells just can't be installed on narrow door frames.
As a result, I run through seven different options if you're struggling to install your Ring Doorbell. I cover everything from alternative install locations, to alternative Ring products - and more. I also discuss a few really nifty (and cheap) products that can allow you to install your Ring Doorbell almost anywhere.
Read More On Our Blog: www.smarthomepoint.com/ring-doorbell-narrow-install/
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As a result, I run through seven different options if you're struggling to install your Ring Doorbell. I cover everything from alternative install locations, to alternative Ring products - and more. I also discuss a few really nifty (and cheap) products that can allow you to install your Ring Doorbell almost anywhere.
Read More On Our Blog: www.smarthomepoint.com/ring-doorbell-narrow-install/
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10 Things That REALLY Annoy Me About Smart Homes!
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.7 месяцев назад
Smart home tech can be REALLY useful and cool, especially when it genuinely improves our home lives. But sometimes it just fails to work properly OR the companies who sell the gadgets hike prices and remove useful features - which is really annoying. So in this video I discuss the top 10 things that annoy me most about smart homes, and how to fix/workaround each one. You can read more about the...
Hue Labs Has Shut! How To 'Fix' Philips Hue App Lighting Effects
Просмотров 6 тыс.8 месяцев назад
I have spoken a lot on this channel about how I dislike that the Philips Hue app is split into two: the overly simple (and feature light!) Hue app, and the feature rich but buggy Hue Labs areas. Luckily Philips Hue have been working hard to move various dynamic lighting features into the main Hue app. So can we now FINALLY create a range of funky, dynamic smart lighting effects from the Hue app...
Which Smart Plug Brand To Buy In 2024 & Beyond?
Просмотров 3,6 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Smart plugs are REALLY useful devices, but there seems to be too much choice out there right now. For example a quick Amazon search showed me smart plugs from Philips Hue, Amazon, EIGHTREE, Leviton, TP-Link Kasa, Tapo and more. Which should you choose? Well I discuss the most important buying factors in this video. I also mention a few helpful articles on the Smart Home Point blog, and you can ...
Cancel Your Ring Subscription NOW (And Do This Instead)
Просмотров 16 тыс.9 месяцев назад
Ring have recently announced that they are increasing the price of the popular Ring Protect Basic subscription fee. Again. No this isn't deja vu: Ring hiked the price massively in 2022, and are hiking it AGAIN in March 2024. These latest price increases mean that Ring's Protect Basic plan now costs double compared to just two years ago, and it's almost double in America too. As a result, I disc...
Tapo Vs Kasa: What's The Difference? Why Do TP-Link Sell Both?!
Просмотров 18 тыс.11 месяцев назад
Whenever I go shopping for new smart home products, I start to get confused by the fact that TP-Link sell products under two DIFFERENT brands: Kasa and Tapo. To make matters worse, both Kasa and Tapo seem to sell the same type of products, meaning that they are competing with each other. But why is this? And are there any real-world differences between Kasa and Tapo? I discuss all this (and mor...
Do I Still Recommend Philips Hue In 2023 & Beyond? (Are They Future Proofed?)
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.Год назад
I published some videos two years ago, where I discussed why I love Philips Hue and recommend them to people. But has my opinion changed since then? After all, some quality rivals (including Kasa bulbs) have been released, as has Matter and Thread. Does Philips Hue still stack up in 2023, 2024 and beyond? I discuss all this in today's video. 00:00 Intro (Why I Liked Hue) 01:07 What I Dislike Ab...
Too Many Ring Motion Alerts? 10 Options Explained
Просмотров 2 тыс.Год назад
Sometimes you will receive too many motion alerts for your Ring camera or doorbell. The good news is that Ring offers LOADS of options to reduce the number of false motion detections that you receive. The bad news is that with TEN different options, it can get confusing. This video explains exactly what each option is, and how to use it. The different sections of the video are: 00:00 Intro 00:2...
Are Amazon Smart Home Users Doomed
Просмотров 674Год назад
Brandon Jackson - a previous fan of Amazon's Alexa smart home devices - had a terrible experience in May 2023, whereby they got locked out of their Amazon smart devices due to a misunderstanding. This story naturally got smart home enthusiasts worried, and asking whether it's safe to keep using Amazon Echo devices. I discuss these points (and more) in this video. The news reports/articles I ref...
Ring Outdoor Camera Comparison - Which To Buy In 2023 (& Beyond)
Просмотров 13 тыс.Год назад
Last year I did a full comparison of all of Ring's cameras, however since then Ring have retired a bunch of them - and introduced some new ones. This means that there are now 19 different outdoor cam options to choose from! This makes the choice pretty confusing, but luckily I help to break down this decision in today's video. The individual sections of each part of this video are: 00:00 Intro ...
SwitchBot's Hub2 Is Here (With Matter Support) - SwitchBot Just Got A LOT More Powerful
Просмотров 781Год назад
SwitchBot kindly sent me their brand new Hub2 (and a few other products) to test out their new Matter support. It all seems really interesting, and SwitchBot have just taken a big step forward. SwitchBot are currently offering 15% off their products with discount code 15HOMEPOINT (valid until 26th May 2023). You can buy it here: SwitchBot Store: bit.ly/42SHiyZ Amazon USA Link: www.amazon.com/dp...
The Boring Lamp: Use The Force, Tristan! (Desk & Screen Light, Wireless Charger, Music Sync & More)
Просмотров 824Год назад
The Boring Lamp team sent me their upcoming lamp to test out, and I LOVE it. It has a high quality finish and a number of useful features including music sync, becoming a Jedi Knight and using it as a monitor/screen light. You can also use it as a background ambient light bar and a standard desk lamp. It supports three color temperatures and you can dim it down too. The Boring Lamp goes on sale...
3 BIG Bits Of Ring News In 3 Minutes!
Просмотров 1,4 тыс.Год назад
Ring have announced three big bits of news at the start of March 2023: a new battery doorbell, further nerfing of Ring's subscription-free tier, and Ring's founder and CEO stepping down. This video takes a bitesized view of all three of these developments. 0:00 Intro 0:13 Ring Battery Doorbell Plus 1:05 Ring Removes Free Features 1:58 Ring's CEO Quits 2:41 Wrapping Up For further reading, pleas...
This Is How Much Electricity Your Smart Home Uses (My Hue Lightstrip Costs £10 Per Month!!)
Просмотров 1 тыс.Год назад
This Is How Much Electricity Your Smart Home Uses (My Hue Lightstrip Costs £10 Per Month!!)
Amazon Just BROKE Amazon Music For Echo Owners (New Prime Music "Features")
Просмотров 22 тыс.2 года назад
Amazon Just BROKE Amazon Music For Echo Owners (New Prime Music "Features")
5 Smart Indoor Cameras Compared (Who Wins? Ring, eufy, SwitchBot, Tapo Or Blink?)
Просмотров 16 тыс.2 года назад
5 Smart Indoor Cameras Compared (Who Wins? Ring, eufy, SwitchBot, Tapo Or Blink?)
Running Hue Lab Formulas (Or Scenes) via Alexa Routines
Просмотров 2,5 тыс.2 года назад
Running Hue Lab Formulas (Or Scenes) via Alexa Routines
Thread and Matter Are NOT The Same: Key Differences Explained
Просмотров 23 тыс.2 года назад
Thread and Matter Are NOT The Same: Key Differences Explained
Ring Just Hiked Prices 40%! What 'Protect Basic' Customers Need To Know
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.2 года назад
Ring Just Hiked Prices 40%! What 'Protect Basic' Customers Need To Know
5 Features I WISH Ring Added To Their Products
Просмотров 7242 года назад
5 Features I WISH Ring Added To Their Products
Make YouTube Kid-Safe On The Amazon Echo Show (A Simple Tutorial Guide)
Просмотров 11 тыс.2 года назад
Make RUclips Kid-Safe On The Amazon Echo Show (A Simple Tutorial Guide)
All 14 Ring CAMERA Models Compared (Which To Buy In 2022 And Beyond)
Просмотров 149 тыс.2 года назад
All 14 Ring CAMERA Models Compared (Which To Buy In 2022 And Beyond)
Why I Love This 'Hidden' Smart Lighting Feature (& How To Set It Up)
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.2 года назад
Why I Love This 'Hidden' Smart Lighting Feature (& How To Set It Up)
5 Simple Ways to Christmas-ify Your Smart Home
Просмотров 3723 года назад
5 Simple Ways to Christmas-ify Your Smart Home
Why Everyone Needs a 4K Smart Cam (Reolink Vs Ring Image Quality Compared)
Просмотров 12 тыс.3 года назад
Why Everyone Needs a 4K Smart Cam (Reolink Vs Ring Image Quality Compared)
Ring Protect Basic vs Plus vs Pro (Why, Ring, Why?!)
Просмотров 64 тыс.3 года назад
Ring Protect Basic vs Plus vs Pro (Why, Ring, Why?!)
Does Ring Offer 24/7 Recording? (Ring PROMISED This In 2018...)
Просмотров 12 тыс.3 года назад
Does Ring Offer 24/7 Recording? (Ring PROMISED This In 2018...)
Ring Doorbell and Camera Night Vision (What You Need To Know)
Просмотров 45 тыс.3 года назад
Ring Doorbell and Camera Night Vision (What You Need To Know)
Philips Hue Will Support "Matter" (But NOT Thread): Does This Matter? (... sorry)
Просмотров 2,1 тыс.3 года назад
Philips Hue Will Support "Matter" (But NOT Thread): Does This Matter? (... sorry)
The Difference Between Amazon Alexa and Echo (The "API Mandate" Is Alive!)
Просмотров 8463 года назад
The Difference Between Amazon Alexa and Echo (The "API Mandate" Is Alive!)
They've hiked it up and taken the 'doorbell ring' feature which rings your phone when the bell is pressed off the basic plan. Wnkrs
This is actually useful!!!! The Official Ring video onmpysh notifications are stuffed full of bloated upselling and non practical advice.
I have loads of Tapo Bulbs that I want to get off my mesh system, do you know if the H100 hub will manage all of my smart bulbs and then I can just connect to the hub. TP link marketing doesn’t really say if the hub will manage connection on the bulbs. Do you know if this is possible?
Great job. Clear and straight to the point!
it helps me a lot tanks
Nice review and saved me time doing all the ground work. 😂
Run it through obs software record 24/7 on as many cameras as you want
Youre talking money, not solutions
Thanks for making and sharing this video. I will now NOT be buying a ring door bell. Caveat Emptor
That means door bell camaras sucks.whata Waste of money 😢
Wish I watched this before getting one, it doesn't say anything about a subscription on the box. What a scam. Stuck with using one now. Just for the main door anywho. Just hope no one breaks in I guess. Everyone has their phone on them as well. So that isn't a big deal.
It’s funny but all I really wanted initially was a doorbell so that I can know when someone is at my door. My apartment doesn’t have a doorbell installed and if I’m in my bedroom, I can’t hear when someone is at the front door. So I am debating as to whether I want to pay for this subscription or not because keeping recorded data was never my intention. But just like drug dealers… They give you a sample and then you’re hooked 😂🤦🏽♀️
Great video
Thanks 😊. How do I access the complete list of "Sleep Sounds"? JaneLee - in Suburban Philadelphia 12/20/24
I have a router in my house. I have a garage in the back About 300 feet away. I'm trying. To put my wireless cameras in my garage. I was going to bury a ethernet line to the back garage. I did not want to buy another router for in the garage but I do have a ac mu-mimo 2600 tp link wi fi extender would the extender be okay to run my camera system or do I have to buy a second router? Thank you.
I have one on the hall way of my condo in a bulding .
Dumped ring for Lorex video doorbell. So disgusted with another increase to $50 with very little service to show for. Alerts are always delayed and very little useful video capture. Lorex can be linked to a fussion DVR. No annual fees and 24/7 recording. Agent asked me why I’m canceling told them you have become so greedy. Told agent to check our Lorex product . LOL
Its annoying stops in your speaking
Just what the hell is phillips doing? Their products are remarkable hardware being held back by subpar software.
guess im sticking to CCTV, this would be fine if they werent soo expensive
just bought 3 ring items, doorbell, two cameras. i was told it's 3 per month;. just found out it's 4.99 per device. I'm sending them back immediately thats daylight robbery. i used neos for years before they closed and they allowed you to to pay £3 per month and have up to 4 devices for that.back I'm sending all 3 dev=ces back, got until jan 31st to do it.
Why cant you just connect it to a homeserver 😂
1:24 for EACH DEVICE?? This is so insane im returning mine (which are still in original package) and will buy one without a plan. Wtf?
most of the sounds are just garbage that nobody would ever use
amazing how wrong you are. literal my tapo lights dont need a hub to work and a thermostat that i bought from kasa needs a hub to work.
Can I use tp Link tapo with kasa app?
Ring is trash
Great video! Straight to the point while hitting all the necessary info. Well done.
Can I just write this app and let them use it? This is dumb.
Thanks for the explanation. When you talk about projects like Home Assitant, how would you make that work since something like a Raspberry Pi SBC wouldn't have the proper radio. I suppose you'd need some sort of bridge? Or maybe you're referring to the future?
le support de tp-link est de loin le pire support de l'industrie qui sont les champion pour gentiment vous envoyer promener
Got a Eufy in black friday deals, and can sell the Ring bell to CEX to get some money back. Will work out cheaper in the long run
Price has gone up a lot since this video. I've gone down the Eufy route now.
Two years later, what are your thoughts.
I just want to stop it saving the recording when I go into the live feature
The color prism isn't even available in my app
Guys, do yourselves a favour, skip this junk, get a LED Driver 24V 30W, 240V to 24V Transformer, cut out space for it in your existing bell housing and hook it up then you’re all set to install your doorbell.
Any product that requires an app to use is automatically denied access to my network. The same goes for any device that requires a subscription to function. Also, I will never use Eufy products again. Finally, I never even considered Ring, Alexa or any Amazon products.
Just want to buy kasa smart trv wondering if they can speak to tapo termostats and start boiler
With Hue Labs closed down is there an alternative way or did they just drastically diminish the value of their overpriced set up?
With all due this is not a good camera I bought a cheap imou it shows better quality better audio motion etc
My gripe is with the Ring POE (Power Over Ethernet) “Elite” cameras. They’ve never upgraded the design nor is it ever on special. 😖
As soon as I posted this, the old POE camera is on special for Black Friday. 😂
They are not plugs - they are sockets!
great video
I was so frustrated looking on amazon.. glad i'm not alone!!
I have the lates router 5g wifi 6 plus coms with booster plus I have 2 more wifi extending nothing works
Great video and comparison. Well done and keep up the good work.
Fast forward to today and it *appears* that TPLink in the UK have dropped Kasa for Tapo (for smart plugs at least). Amazon and Argos both appear to sell only Tapo smart plugs now.
Or we could just stop buying shit technology and demand better from these BILLION $ companies. Not having a go at you personally mate I'm just so frustrated with Ring atm.
I dont understand the point of yhis video.