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Shane, it means that will work with HomeKey, can you please make a video of this, confirming that is working with Apple HomeKey? Recently Apple said HomeKey support for Matter.
Hey I ordered the lock because of this video but I still wasn’t able to added it with hub 2…. Any idea why you see it on secondary devices and I don’t?
Matter support came via recent updates, so it's likely that you need to update firmware on the lock or the app. You will need: App Version：7.3 or above Hub 2 Firmware Version：10-08 or above Lock Firmware Version：6.5 or above
It's nice to see Matter finally start to get a hoot hold. HOpefully the CSA and the various platforms can get the kinks worked out in short order and maybe we'll finally get that seamless Matter smart home experience we were promised. Good stuff indeed!
Switchbot is on a roll. Now I just need them to make a HomeKit compatible light switch that has a toggle switch instead of a rocker or button. Maybe I’m just missing them but I’ve yet to see a HomeKit toggle light switch 🤷🏻♂️
Have you considered something like an Aqara T1 Switch Module? It would just go behind your existing toggle switch, keeping the same switch face plate you already have while making it smart (with native HomeKit support). They are reasonably priced and super easy to install.
@@MikeFParkin I had not..will check it out! At this point I figured I would wait until one of the non HomeKit toggle switches adds Matter support. However, I’ll look into that Aqara and maybe go that route. Just strikes me as odd that nobody seems to already make one.
I dont really catch one thing. If i buy this, and use another Matter compatible HUB. for example IKEA Dirigera (when matter supports get enabled..) can i use this to apple homekit without the Switchbot hub?
Do you need the wifi adapter to make this lock work what you are not home or does the Bluetooth lock tap into your apple home allowing you to use it outside of you network?
You missed to test one thing: It is possible to lock the door even when the door is wide open! That is only a missed software feature, all hardware needed already exists. As it is now you can unlock for someone remotely and then lock again but with the door open! Or checking that all doors are locked from bed but missing that one door is left open. Otherwise, I like the lock and would by more if they could fix this bug.
Hey Shane, One related question and one unrelated question. Do you know of any locks that are available or coming soon that will work on a sliding glass patio door? I'm going to look at a house to possibly buy in the next week, and from what I can see, it uses a patio door as the front door. Not something I love, but everything else about the place seems perfect so I would put up with it at least for a few years. But I really really want to have a smart lock at my next place so hoping there's something out there! Now an unrelated question. I have an old iPad Air 2 that I stopped using because it no longer updates. How much of a risk is it to use that for a few days just to watch some RUclips videos? I just got new multifocal glasses (yes, I'm that old lol) and I love them for everything except the laptop. I just can't seem to get it at the right distance and angle to see it. So I want to check if a smaller iPad screen will be much easier for me, and if it is I'll buy a new one. If it isn't any easier, then I might as well keep trying to figure it out with the laptop.
To answer your iPad question, any risk requires your help. In other words, most hacks on Apple devices require you take several steps to make it happen. As long as you are either using the (Official) RUclips app or the RUclips website you should have no issues. There might be some security updates, Apple sometimes updates older hardware if the issue is bad enough.
@@ShaneCreates It's got a thumb turn that would most likely be compatible but I don't think there would be enough clearance with how the handle it designed.
This is one looking quite terrible. Another flaw is that it needs switchbot hub to work with matter and homekit. With yale linus work of hub is by apple tv or homepod so less stuff at home.
It doesn't work well. I have to recalibrate it every 2 weeks or so... recalibrate,recalibrate,recalibrate,recalibrate,recalibrate...zzz The technical service is giving me the runaround...
I ordered 2 of them today, with 25% off, based on you saying on the live stream last week, that Matter support would come soon. It pays to watch your live stream 👍
Dear friend, I have the switchbot lock with the first-generation hub. I consider replacing the hub to the second generation Hub2 for adding my switchbot lock support to the apple home support. Also, I interested buying Aqara G4 Doorbell (which is also support the Apple home) My question is if I can combine both products to work together ? I mean, the moment someone rings the Aqara G4 Doorbell, I will be able to get notification from the apple home app, watch the G4 camera & on the same Apple screen app to open the switchbot lock for opening the door ? I watched the Aqara promotional video and saw that there is an option on both Aqara products (Aqara lock u200 & Aqara G4 Doorbell). Here's the Aqara promotional video, at the 16-second mark ruclips.net/video/lWadY9hohJA/видео.html I'll be glad if know what you think about my idea 😊 Shlomi
Extra 5% off with Coupon Code: SJSWITCHBOT
Valid time: 6/1/2023__7/30/2023
Available for all the SwitchBot products
Can be use both on Webstore UK/US/CA/EU and Amazon US/UK/CA
During Prime day, get total 30% off when using this discount code!
SwitchBot US
Lock geni.us/SB_LockUS
Hub 2 geni.us/SBHub2US
SwitchBot UK
Lock geni.us/SB_LockUK
Hub 2 geni.us/SBHub2UK
Shane, it means that will work with HomeKey, can you please make a video of this, confirming that is working with Apple HomeKey? Recently Apple said HomeKey support for Matter.
“Not the most elegant thing I’ve ever seen…” 🤣🤣🤣
I would consider buying two of these to control the dampers for my AC to allow me to force air to the parts of the house I want 🤔
Hey I ordered the lock because of this video but I still wasn’t able to added it with hub 2…. Any idea why you see it on secondary devices and I don’t?
Matter support came via recent updates, so it's likely that you need to update firmware on the lock or the app. You will need:
App Version：7.3 or above
Hub 2 Firmware Version：10-08 or above
Lock Firmware Version：6.5 or above
@ShaneCreates would you know why this is not letting me add the hub 2 to my HomeKit? Is it the WiFi? 5G?
Can it unlock when first person arrives home automation
Should I used to hub for using curtain3 for homekit?
Yes
Is it possible to connect SwitchBot lock to Aqara hub that support matter as well ?
Can I use it while I am outside the country?
It's nice to see Matter finally start to get a hoot hold. HOpefully the CSA and the various platforms can get the kinks worked out in short order and maybe we'll finally get that seamless Matter smart home experience we were promised. Good stuff indeed!
It seems this information is not updated on the Switchbot page yet? I couldn't find it.
so great, thank you for sharing, can you buy this product in Vietnam?
Switchbot is on a roll. Now I just need them to make a HomeKit compatible light switch that has a toggle switch instead of a rocker or button. Maybe I’m just missing them but I’ve yet to see a HomeKit toggle light switch 🤷🏻♂️
Have you considered something like an Aqara T1 Switch Module? It would just go behind your existing toggle switch, keeping the same switch face plate you already have while making it smart (with native HomeKit support). They are reasonably priced and super easy to install.
@@MikeFParkin I had not..will check it out! At this point I figured I would wait until one of the non HomeKit toggle switches adds Matter support. However, I’ll look into that Aqara and maybe go that route.
Just strikes me as odd that nobody seems to already make one.
I dont really catch one thing. If i buy this, and use another Matter compatible HUB. for example IKEA Dirigera (when matter supports get enabled..) can i use this to apple homekit without the Switchbot hub?
No, you will need the SwitchBot Hub 2 in order to use the lock with Matter.
HomeKey needed
I would like to see there cameras get matter support next :)
Oh yea that would be awesome! We'll have to wait for Matter to support cameras first though. Hopefully we won't have to wait too long.
Does this apply to the one I've already had for a while or is it a new version of the hardware?
Yes also if you have already installed it works!
Yes, you can update your existing lock to support Matter.
@@ShaneCreates phew. Good lol
@@ShaneCreates So, sounds like I need to get a Hub 2 in order to use matter?
hey.. .can the lock be used in Europe with 360 degree turn nub?
Yes. There are videos online showing that, you can also ask Switchbot.
Oooh! Can it be unlocked via siri shortcuts?
yes!
Thanks! That means potentially an automation for when I arrive home. Unlock the door. Awesome! Will need to get a hub 2 now.
Do you need the wifi adapter to make this lock work what you are not home or does the Bluetooth lock tap into your apple home allowing you to use it outside of you network?
Yes you need the SwitchBot hub in order to use it with Apple Home.
Sorry Shane, I’m asking about the wifi adapter.
You missed to test one thing: It is possible to lock the door even when the door is wide open! That is only a missed software feature, all hardware needed already exists. As it is now you can unlock for someone remotely and then lock again but with the door open! Or checking that all doors are locked from bed but missing that one door is left open. Otherwise, I like the lock and would by more if they could fix this bug.
Any promotional codes to purchase through Amazon?
Yes, please check the video description.
so you still need the switchbot hub to get this working with homekit?
Yes
Wiz smart devices now supports Matter 1.1 🤗
What’s the difference between the SwitchBot Hub Mini and the SwitchBot 2? Do both work with their Lock? Does one have more capabilities, if so what?
Sorry, meant SwitchBot Hub 2.
You can only get Matter support through the Hub 2. And the Hub 2 has a built in temperature and humidity sensor and stronger IR capabilities.
Hey Shane,
One related question and one unrelated question.
Do you know of any locks that are available or coming soon that will work on a sliding glass patio door? I'm going to look at a house to possibly buy in the next week, and from what I can see, it uses a patio door as the front door. Not something I love, but everything else about the place seems perfect so I would put up with it at least for a few years. But I really really want to have a smart lock at my next place so hoping there's something out there!
Now an unrelated question. I have an old iPad Air 2 that I stopped using because it no longer updates. How much of a risk is it to use that for a few days just to watch some RUclips videos? I just got new multifocal glasses (yes, I'm that old lol) and I love them for everything except the laptop. I just can't seem to get it at the right distance and angle to see it. So I want to check if a smaller iPad screen will be much easier for me, and if it is I'll buy a new one. If it isn't any easier, then I might as well keep trying to figure it out with the laptop.
To answer your iPad question, any risk requires your help. In other words, most hacks on Apple devices require you take several steps to make it happen. As long as you are either using the (Official) RUclips app or the RUclips website you should have no issues. There might be some security updates, Apple sometimes updates older hardware if the issue is bad enough.
@@JakeSDN fabulous! Thank you!! I will stay within the RUclips app. Much appreciated 😊
That's awesome!! Looking forward to more products with this compatibility!
Ok, but now I view two lock in HomeKit, the same for you??
No. Were you using the lock with Homebridge previously? If so, that would explain it.
HomeKey will hopefully be available when iOS 17 is released.
Is someone who can compare it to the lockin g30?
Do you think this would work on a sliding door?
Not sure... it's possible if it has a thumb turn similar to a deadbolt. And as long as there is enough space to place the SwitchBot on the door.
@@ShaneCreates It's got a thumb turn that would most likely be compatible but I don't think there would be enough clearance with how the handle it designed.
Yeah, buying the U100 today with your Prime Day link. Sorry SwitchBot, this lock just doesn’t compete.
When is a door not a door?
When it’s ajar. 😂
This is one looking quite terrible. Another flaw is that it needs switchbot hub to work with matter and homekit. With yale linus work of hub is by apple tv or homepod so less stuff at home.
It doesn't work well. I have to recalibrate it every 2 weeks or so... recalibrate,recalibrate,recalibrate,recalibrate,recalibrate...zzz The technical service is giving me the runaround...
I ordered 2 of them today, with 25% off, based on you saying on the live stream last week, that Matter support would come soon. It pays to watch your live stream 👍
Nice! 😃 Thanks for watching!!
I’ll pass. It’s not big enough 😂
Dear friend,
I have the switchbot lock with the first-generation hub.
I consider replacing the hub to the second generation Hub2 for adding my switchbot lock support to the apple home support.
Also, I interested buying Aqara G4 Doorbell (which is also support the Apple home)
My question is if I can combine both products to work together ?
I mean, the moment someone rings the Aqara G4 Doorbell, I will be able to get notification from the apple home app, watch the G4 camera & on the same Apple screen app to open the switchbot lock for opening the door ?
I watched the Aqara promotional video and saw that there is an option on both Aqara products (Aqara lock u200 & Aqara G4 Doorbell).
Here's the Aqara promotional video, at the 16-second mark
ruclips.net/video/lWadY9hohJA/видео.html
I'll be glad if know what you think about my idea 😊
Shlomi
No wire hangers!...or hubs! It's also a pretty ugly design-miss, I wouldn't have it in my home on design criteria alone.