Hi Dusan, thanks for the feedback. Can you be more specific? Do you want to see more of the HomeKit Secure video functionality, or more about using the connected accessories (child devices) in HomeKit?
Thanks for watching. That’s great. I am glad to hear you decided to try this out. Let me know if you have any questions once you get it! Aqara products are great!
I was waiting for this moment thanks. I just saw heard you said “it’s available” and went to Amazon and bought it before it goes out of stock. And it has a 20% discount promotion. Thanks 😊
Thanks for this great review. I was wondering if the Aqara’s camera could be used for baby monitoring. Of course basic video and 2-way sound are available but I was thinking more of the specific functions such as sending alerts when baby starts moving or crying, connecting locally to the phone app without Wi-Fi when not home… Any thoughts? Thanks
Hi Brad! I have a problem with live view outside of Wi-Fi. Have you had the same? Any solution? How and where in iCloud can I find recordings from this camera in case it is disconnected/stolen?
Hi, I have some questions about Aqara G3 features such as face detection or gesture detection. I would like to create a homekit automation with gestures to non-aqara devices. I’m using some matter non-aqara devices but as an example, I can’t trigger my kasa matter lights with g3 gesture. Because as an idea, it is possible to create lots of automation with face recognition and gestures. The problem is how to integrate it into the homekit. Please kindly help me, even if it's better if you prepare some kind of tutorial video. Appreciated!
I just ordered my G3 and cannot wait for its arrival. I have wanted a good indoor camera for my home office, which is a separate building in my backyard (thanks for some great wiring by my contractor, it’s all on the same network). Moreover, I have a great and efficient HVAC system in their, but it is only controllable via IR remote. Integrating it into HK will help me set some routines to ensure my office is a comfortable temperature before I enter each morning. With the camera, it can also shut off the HVAC if I am not working from my home office that day. Thanks for this review, TBL. It helped me make an informed choice here.
Not quite sure why but it seems like there are times when the HKSV detects motion (I get notifications) but no video is actually saved to iCloud. Pretty sure that camera is configured to record any motion. Anyone else experience this?
@@hotfishy what is the difference if you get it aqara devices from China vs the NA versions? Are there any drawbacks other then waiting for longer ship times?
@@WingAddict I am not an expert to their products, but as far as I read it should be the same, but you have to watch out for some product are lock to China server and some are NA version, so you have to watch out for those.
The face not recognized would be useful if you are not home and your kid comes home from school but has a guest they didn’t tell you about who came over with them.
The Human Tracking feature died within 3 months! No help from Aqara! I have an M2 hub in the same room as well as a hub for SmartThings and Alexa. Aqara support was no help. The rest of the device features work fine (haven't tried "pet tracking"). Besides the fiasco of working with Homekit (adding an aqara device gives me NO OTHER OPTION BUT to add it to a homekit "home"), this has been a real frustration. Did I mention that my CHEAP Wyze products continue to work flawlessly INCLUDING the Pan camera that tracks humans without fail?!?!
Great video. Another proprietary hub for one one brand. I love the cute animal look to it. Make it blend in as they spy on us. :-) "Don't worry, we screen all the creepy people who watch our products video feeds."
Thanks Lawrence, I agree the 🐱 ears are awesome. Lol, I do limit the use of indoor cameras. I even have some located just inside a window but pointed outdoors towards the backyard. 🙈
@@TheBradLloyd If there's one thing we learned, all these AI's Alexa, Google and even Siri are listening to us and have real people listening to recordings. Its only logical to assume no matter what a company says, there's some smuck watching our recordings. ALWAYS use local storage
Can you set automations in HomeKit using the alarm system? I.e. if my bedroom door opens and the alarm system is in night/sleep mode, turn on the bathroom lights to 1%
Yes, please make the dedicated video on the Aqara security system. Thanks Brad!!!
Thanks Sam - adding to my 2022 list!
Would definitely like to see a video from you on the Security System. Thanks in advance.
Thanks so much for your feedback. I’m always looking for video suggestions! Keep them coming! I’ll see what I can do. 😀
@@TheBradLloyd Thanks Brad, you have such a balanced way of presenting smart home items. 👍
@@ashpole20 Appreciate that Michael!
Why not homekit explanation? This is the main reason for the camera
Hi Dusan, thanks for the feedback. Can you be more specific? Do you want to see more of the HomeKit Secure video functionality, or more about using the connected accessories (child devices) in HomeKit?
Great Video... I love Aqara products. I have several in my house. I think I am going to try out this camera after your review.
Thanks for watching. That’s great. I am glad to hear you decided to try this out. Let me know if you have any questions once you get it! Aqara products are great!
I was waiting for this moment thanks. I just saw heard you said “it’s available” and went to Amazon and bought it before it goes out of stock. And it has a 20% discount promotion. Thanks 😊
👏🏼 So glad you snagged the deal in time! Thanks for watching and supporting the channel!
Now totally out of stock 😭
@@annaspanna143 Hi Anna, it's showing in stock for me. What Country are you in?
Would love a video on syncing the alarm on various Aqara Hubs
Great idea, thanks Simon. I love hearing your recommendations and I’ll add this to my list and see what I can do! Appreciate your support.
Can you do a Aqara security set up
Thanks for this great review.
I was wondering if the Aqara’s camera could be used for baby monitoring.
Of course basic video and 2-way sound are available but I was thinking more of the specific functions such as sending alerts when baby starts moving or crying, connecting locally to the phone app without Wi-Fi when not home…
Any thoughts?
Thanks
I ordered one on Black Friday and looking forward to getting it and trying it out.
Great review! Unfamiliar with Apple HomeKit, so not sure which is from the Aquara app or the HomeKit app, like the security mode part you mentioned.
I just saw this drop on amazon. Great review.
🎉 Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the review.
Hi Brad! I have a problem with live view outside of Wi-Fi. Have you had the same? Any solution? How and where in iCloud can I find recordings from this camera in case it is disconnected/stolen?
Hi, I have some questions about Aqara G3 features such as face detection or gesture detection. I would like to create a homekit automation with gestures to non-aqara devices. I’m using some matter non-aqara devices but as an example, I can’t trigger my kasa matter lights with g3 gesture. Because as an idea, it is possible to create lots of automation with face recognition and gestures. The problem is how to integrate it into the homekit. Please kindly help me, even if it's better if you prepare some kind of tutorial video. Appreciated!
Good stuff Brad, There are definitely some cool features in this bad boy.
Thanks Eric! 🤩 Appreciate your support. Happy 🇺🇸 Thanksgiving!
I can't get to work with Homekit properly, yes I can add it to Homekit and I see live video streams but Secure Video storage to iCloud+ doesn't work.
Look at the G2 in yellow and rethink what you believe it looks like. “Say banana 🍌 ha ha ha!”
🤣 lol!
I just ordered my G3 and cannot wait for its arrival. I have wanted a good indoor camera for my home office, which is a separate building in my backyard (thanks for some great wiring by my contractor, it’s all on the same network). Moreover, I have a great and efficient HVAC system in their, but it is only controllable via IR remote. Integrating it into HK will help me set some routines to ensure my office is a comfortable temperature before I enter each morning. With the camera, it can also shut off the HVAC if I am not working from my home office that day.
Thanks for this review, TBL. It helped me make an informed choice here.
Can’t do automations indirectly with Google Home or Alexa?
There is a typo on ur description just right before the discount code, where it should say hub, it has hug instead 😊
Thanks, Good catch! 🧐 This is fixed. I mean, hugs are good too! Maybe not from a Smart Home product though! Haha 🤣
Can it be mounted upside down?
Added as 2 buttons with different SN also if remove command from one side it still persist.
7:36 I share an office and control what is powered on based on who is in the room.
Another Great review. Is the Hub function keep working while G3 camera in privacy mode?
Yes - just the camera goes into privacy mode.
Great video thanks. Is it possible to see live the G3 video to check on the house, when far from the house over 4g/5g with my iphone ?
Yes, for sure. Via the Aqara app or the Home app as long as you have a home hub (Apple TV or HomePod).
Not quite sure why but it seems like there are times when the HKSV detects motion (I get notifications) but no video is actually saved to iCloud. Pretty sure that camera is configured to record any motion. Anyone else experience this?
Nice work on this review Brad
Thanks Gregg! I appreciate you checking it out. 👏🏼
This camera is pretty cool! I’m not sold yet on putting cameras inside the house, but if I did, this would be the one!
How loud it is compared to M1S?
Not nearly as loud. I did a comparison in the video which may help.
Great review! Very detailed! I’m intrigued as I’m fully invested in Aqara ecosystem. Although the price could’ve been more affordable.
U can always get it on aliexpress if u dont mind waiting
@@hotfishy what is the difference if you get it aqara devices from China vs the NA versions? Are there any drawbacks other then waiting for longer ship times?
@@WingAddict I am not an expert to their products, but as far as I read it should be the same, but you have to watch out for some product are lock to China server and some are NA version, so you have to watch out for those.
@@hotfishy I've also heard of many orders that just go missing, so just be aware of that. But agree, it's a good option if you are not in a hurry,
For what you get it's pretty reasonable, especially with the discount code. But I totally know what you mean - still a lot of money to spend!
Will there problems if you have 3 different hubs? Ikea, philips and this example
No, I have many different hubs and no issues.
No one seems to bother to mention that Homekit secure video still needs an Apple hub of sort. The G3 doesn't do the work.
Yes, that’s a great point. Any HomePod or Apple TV running TV OS will do the trick. It’s helpful for running HomeKit devices in general.
The face not recognized would be useful if you are not home and your kid comes home from school but has a guest they didn’t tell you about who came over with them.
Haha Busted! I love it, smart idea!
So is the privacy function available in HomeKit or only Aqara app?
Only in the Aqara app.
@@TheBradLloyd thought so, thanks! Great video btw, keep it up!
The Human Tracking feature died within 3 months! No help from Aqara! I have an M2 hub in the same room as well as a hub for SmartThings and Alexa. Aqara support was no help. The rest of the device features work fine (haven't tried "pet tracking"). Besides the fiasco of working with Homekit (adding an aqara device gives me NO OTHER OPTION BUT to add it to a homekit "home"), this has been a real frustration. Did I mention that my CHEAP Wyze products continue to work flawlessly INCLUDING the Pan camera that tracks humans without fail?!?!
Great video. Another proprietary hub for one one brand. I love the cute animal look to it. Make it blend in as they spy on us. :-) "Don't worry, we screen all the creepy people who watch our products video feeds."
Thanks Lawrence, I agree the 🐱 ears are awesome. Lol, I do limit the use of indoor cameras. I even have some located just inside a window but pointed outdoors towards the backyard. 🙈
@@TheBradLloyd If there's one thing we learned, all these AI's Alexa, Google and even Siri are listening to us and have real people listening to recordings. Its only logical to assume no matter what a company says, there's some smuck watching our recordings. ALWAYS use local storage
Can you set automations in HomeKit using the alarm system? I.e. if my bedroom door opens and the alarm system is in night/sleep mode, turn on the bathroom lights to 1%
Yes, that should working using a 3rd party app like the Eve app or Home+ 5
maybe face detection might help color blind people
with diff color lights