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Nanoleaf Skylight review - HomeKit smart ceiling light
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One years ago at CES 2023, Nanoleaf announced the Skylight with a timeline of coming later in the year, well that didn't happen and it took them a year to release the ceiling light to the market. It's now finally here and Nanoleaf sent a 3 pack over to me for review.
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Aqara T1M smart ceiling light review - HomeKit and Matter smart light
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Buy the Aqara T1M Ceiling light - US - geni.us/AqaraT1MUS UK - geni.us/AqaraT1M (Affiliate link) Aqara has finally launched the T1M ceiling light which features a main light which creates white colour variations and a ring light with a spectrum of 16 million colours. This ceiling light is compatible with popular ecosystems because it supports Matter, via a compatible Aqara Hub. The Aqara ceilin...
Aqara T1 multi colour Light Strip Review - Matter and Apple HomeKit compatible via Zigbee
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Are you looking to Personalise your home setup with a light strip, then checkout the Aqara LED Strip T1. The light strip features brilliant whites and a mesmerising spectrum of 16 million colours. This light strip is compatible with popular ecosystems because it supports Matter, via a compatible Aqara Hub. Because of the easy installation and easily adjustable length, you can place it in a vari...
Nanoleaf Essentials GU10 Matter and Apple Home review
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Nanoleaf has now expanded its Essentials product line to include some GU10. Just like the previous Essentials lineup, you do not need an additional hub. However, what sets them apart from the other versions is the support for Matter, making them compatible with Apple Home and other smart home platforms. Whereas the first generation was HomeKit only, but this does have its advantages as I will e...
CES 2024 - Everything HomeKit, Apple Home and Matter - Aqara - Nanoleaf - Roborock - Ecovacs & more
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CES, short for Consumer Electronics Show, is the world's largest and most influential technology trade show. Held annually in Las Vegas, CES showcases the latest innovations, cutting-edge gadgets, and breakthrough technologies that are shaping the future. As the tech world converges at CES to witness the latest advancements, new HomeKit devices and services have been announced. Let's dive into ...
Nanoleaf holiday string light review - Upgrade your HomeKit Christmas with these matter decorations
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Buy the Nanoleaf Smart Christmas Strings - 🇺🇸 - geni.us/NanoleafstringsUS 🇬🇧 - geni.us/NanoleafstringsUK (Affiliate link) The Nanoleaf Holiday strings feature 250 addressable LEDs covering a span of 20 meters. It boasts a colour range of over 16 million colours and adjustable whites. They connect either with Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Matter over Wi-Fi. Control options include using the attached cont...
Aqara G4 Smart Doorbell review - The First HomeKit battery powered smart doorbelll
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Buy the Aqara G4 doorbell - geni.us/AqaraG4D (Affiliate link) One of the most highly anticiptated HomeKit devices is finally here, the Aqara G4 Doorbell. The new device from Aqara is the first battery powered HomeKit Secure Video doorbell that also features local AI face processing. I have been testing this for just over 2 months and tbh have mixed thought on the performance of it. So continue ...
Everything NEW with the Apple HomePod 2nd Generation - Thread, Matter & HomeKit smart home Sensors
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Apple this week announced the second generation HomePod to replace the original full size HomePod with improved smart home features. The New HomePod will feature built-in sensors that can be used in HomeKit. Along with Matter and Thread support. So lets jump into all thats new and talking about some of the new features coming to the HomePod mini Follow me for all the latest on Homekit and smart...
First look at HomePod Mini temperature and humidity sensors in HomeKit in iOS 16.3
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Apple today announced the second generation HomePod to replace the original full size HomePod with improved smart home features. The New HomePod will feature built-in sensors that can be used in HomeKit. Along with Matter and Thread support. But remember back when it was discovered that the HomePod mini had temperature and humidity sensors. Well Apple confirmed that these sensors are getting ac...
Eve Motion Review - The First Motion sensor with HomeKit over Thread and Matter support
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The Eve Motion is the company's second generation motion sensor that only work until recently with HomeKit Over Thread. However. Eve has opened up its early access beta programme so the Motion sensor can work with Matter and, in turn, other smart home ecosystems. Links to products in this video (affiliate links) ⭐️ Eve Motion - geni.us/evemotionthread Timestamps Intro 00:00 Design and Features ...
Onvis CT3 Door and Window Contact sensor review - HomeKit over Thread
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Onvis is jumping onto the Thread bandwagon with an update to its contact sensor, the CT3. The Onvis CT3 door and window contact sensor is as its name implies, it’s a contact sensor that works with HomeKit Over Thread. Links to products in this video (affiliate links) ⭐️ Onvis CT3 Single - geni.us/OnvisCT3single ⭐️ Onvis CT3 double - geni.us/OnvisCT3twin Timestamps Intro 00:00 Design and Feature...
CES 2023 - Top Picks for Apple Home, HomeKit and Matter - Nanoleaf, Aqara, Switchbot, Govee, Eve!
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CES 2023, the largest annual computer and electronics show in the world, is being held in Las Vegas in 2023. This year's event unveiled some exciting HomeKit products, especially with Matter. CES 2023 week proved to be an exciting event for smart home technology, with Aqara introducing a new doorbell and high-tech lock solutions. Nanoleaf unveiled various lighting and light control products whi...
The 9 most appreciated HomeKit Devices of 2022 in my smart home
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my video all about my 9 most appreciated HomeKit devices of 2022. You will see plenty of the best type videos and I personally believe best is subjective. So I wanted to share with you my most appreciated devices I have used this year in my smart home. Links to products in this video (affiliate links) Eero - geni.us/Eeropro Tedee smart lock - tedee.com HomePod mini - Apple.com Apple TV 4K - gen...
Matter 1.0 & HomeKit - 7 things you should know before you upgrade to the new smart home standard
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Matter 1.0 was officially launched back in October and now firmware updates are arriving this month. But before you jump into the Matter hype train, I just wanted to outline my experience of testing several matter devices over the last month and research on what it means for Apple Home and HomeKit users. In this video I am going to take you through the take you through 7 things that will help y...
Make your HomeKit smart home secure - Use a HomeKit router to lock it down & protect your data
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Make your HomeKit smart home secure - Use a HomeKit router to lock it down & protect your data
Matter 1.0 Event - Everything that got announced including new device categories!
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Matter 1.0 Event - Everything that got announced including new device categories!
Nanoleaf Lines Review - Apple Home enabled smart lighting
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Nanoleaf Lines Review - Apple Home enabled smart lighting
Matter 1.0 released and what this means for Apple Home
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Matter 1.0 released and what this means for Apple Home
Eve Water Guard Review - Updated with HomeKit over Thread to help protect your home from water leaks
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Eve Water Guard Review - Updated with HomeKit over Thread to help protect your home from water leaks
First in-depth look at Apple Home Key & HomeKit guest access for smart locks Aqara A100 Zigbee
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First in-depth look at Apple Home Key & HomeKit guest access for smart locks Aqara A100 Zigbee
Meross Smart Oil Diffuser Review - Do you need a HomeKit oil diffuser? Then check this out.
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Meross Smart Oil Diffuser Review - Do you need a HomeKit oil diffuser? Then check this out.
Wemo Stage Scene Controller Review - Apple Home remote that gets 1000% better with Thread support
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Wemo Stage Scene Controller Review - Apple Home remote that gets 1000% better with Thread support
Wemo Smart Doorbell Review - Another HomeKit Secure Video Doorbell consideration
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Wemo Smart Doorbell Review - Another HomeKit Secure Video Doorbell consideration
Everything HomeKit at CES 2022 - Eve, Nanoleaf, Aqara, Wemo, Twinkly, Schlage, Apple Home Key
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Everything HomeKit at CES 2022 - Eve, Nanoleaf, Aqara, Wemo, Twinkly, Schlage, Apple Home Key
Apple Home Key setup demo and iPhone and Apple Watch demo
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Apple Home Key setup demo and iPhone and Apple Watch demo
Twinkly Strings Review - HomeKit meets Christmas - Tree smart lights
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Twinkly Strings Review - HomeKit meets Christmas - Tree smart lights
Top 7 HomeKit devices of 2021 - Apple - Eve - Nanoleaf - Tedee - Ikea home smart - Logitech -
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Top 7 HomeKit devices of 2021 - Apple - Eve - Nanoleaf - Tedee - Ikea home smart - Logitech -
HomePod Mini one year later - 7 Reasons its still a great smart speaker for your HomeKit home
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HomePod Mini one year later - 7 Reasons its still a great smart speaker for your HomeKit home
Ikea STARKVIND smart air purifier hands on review including HomeKit walkthrough
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Ikea STARKVIND smart air purifier hands on review including HomeKit walkthrough
New in iOS 15.1 with HomeKit - Conditional automations for temperature, humidity and light sensors
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New in iOS 15.1 with HomeKit - Conditional automations for temperature, humidity and light sensors

КОМЕНТАРІ

  • @chrisperry4864
    @chrisperry4864 9 днів тому

    Is this only available in the USA As I’ve just brought 2 from apple followed the instructions and they don’t appear??

  • @nagyba
    @nagyba 18 днів тому

    Looks like there are not many options in white shades.

  • @JoshuaAreogunOfficial
    @JoshuaAreogunOfficial 23 дні тому

    Thanks for the video! Are they diffused or harsh?

  • @hubi143
    @hubi143 28 днів тому

    hey do i need a home pod to use apple home app? because i can only use home when using wifi. thanks

  • @reemie786
    @reemie786 Місяць тому

    Is the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt compatible with UK doors bc it’s on UK Amazon website to buy so assume yes.

  • @simonemolesini4992
    @simonemolesini4992 Місяць тому

    Sorry but, need this device an Apple hub or can it be connected simply from the iphone to the wireless home network? Many Thanx

  • @ykvidz
    @ykvidz Місяць тому

    Thanks fr the review…talked me out of it.

  • @ianferguson3543
    @ianferguson3543 Місяць тому

    I have this product installed by an electrician. The camera keeps disconnecting and I cannot get it reconnected this time. Looks like I need to remove it and get another brand :(

  • @zoblack751
    @zoblack751 Місяць тому

    Does this work wit nano leaf LEDs I'm starting my smart home set up and those the lights I have

  • @azizouardi4253
    @azizouardi4253 2 місяці тому

    My iPhone unlock but not my Apple Watch do you Knowles why?

  • @mickhead77
    @mickhead77 2 місяці тому

    do they light up on like a normal bulb via the power switch on the wall?

  • @PhlegmBrulee
    @PhlegmBrulee 2 місяці тому

    I think they look cheap when unlit due to the materials used and cheap at low to medium brightness because of the inadequate led placement/lens/diffuser combo. But they’re expensive.

  • @christophermawdsley7604
    @christophermawdsley7604 2 місяці тому

    Anyone who figures out where you live can use the homekit qr code visible at @2:08 to add the lock. Also if you can use siri to unlock the door, cant someone just shout commands throuh your letterbox?

  • @bungeholegymtestkitchen9888
    @bungeholegymtestkitchen9888 2 місяці тому

    I just set up a home base 2 with 3 Eufy Cam 2 Pros and they’re all in HomeKit but the battery powered doorbell camera still doesn’t have HomeKit connectivity 3 years later. I assume at this point it’s not coming so I’ll eventually replace the doorbell unless something changes soon.

  • @viratsinghal2383
    @viratsinghal2383 2 місяці тому

    Any information on the CRI value and Lumens/meter of tunable white of this strip?

  • @jennifermaddux4015
    @jennifermaddux4015 2 місяці тому

    Great review sir!

  • @SolarizeYourLife
    @SolarizeYourLife 2 місяці тому

    What about an older apple tv and Zemismart M1 hub???

  • @guillermosanchez7420
    @guillermosanchez7420 2 місяці тому

    Does the apple tv 2022 64gb(model A2737) not work?

  • @santtilagmailcom
    @santtilagmailcom 2 місяці тому

    Can you trigger HomeKit automations by the current sensing functionality of the plug? The idea being to automate lighting when the television is turned on.

  • @MrChileung
    @MrChileung 2 місяці тому

    Cannot view while your phone is on cellular Did anyone experience this?

  • @russelmason8841
    @russelmason8841 2 місяці тому

    Hey greetings, big fan of your videos. I need some assistance. I recently upgraded from a iphone 10x max to a 15 pro max. I updated from cloud. On completion I cannot access my Home. Everything is unavailable except for all homepods saying configuring. This has been so a couple days. I have wiped and reinstall, rebooted, checked all setting, removed and re added homepods, logged out and logged into cloud again. I Dont know what else to try help, any suggestions?

  • @danielupclose
    @danielupclose 3 місяці тому

    Have these bugs been resolved by now ? Planning to get one

  • @StefanUytterhoeven
    @StefanUytterhoeven 3 місяці тому

    Matter is only supported through the bridge, it's actually ZigBee. I hope they release a real thread ceiling lamp

  • @dongutti4709
    @dongutti4709 3 місяці тому

    What I didn’t get is that if these Access Points extend also the coverage of HomeKit? Do they work as a hub or something like that

  • @robdrewery7762
    @robdrewery7762 3 місяці тому

    I now have Home Pod and 5 Mini Home Pods and just installed the Eve Plugs yesterday. Wowzer, so damn easy for this 70-something! Next are 3 Nanoleaf E27 bulbs. Thank you for your review, I am SOLD! I do have Question concerning HomeKit Thermostats: Do they support both the (gas) furnace and a Heat Pump? My experience with Amazon Echo was frustrating and costly with the Furnace Technician finding out that it did not support a 2-stage system. Do you have an answer? Cheers, Rob Drewery

  • @pressrepeat2000
    @pressrepeat2000 3 місяці тому

    Love this camera. It’s the only one that’s 100% secure as it only uses HomeKit and not any Eve or other software. Just that peace of mind makes it worth the price. Plus it’s quite discreet.

  • @DavidM979
    @DavidM979 3 місяці тому

    This is an unfinished product.

  • @krishnakamireddy6103
    @krishnakamireddy6103 3 місяці тому

    Can I add my matter enabled AC to Apple home?

  • @mattwhite995
    @mattwhite995 3 місяці тому

    Considering the design of their other product, these look cheap (yet they are expensive) and pretty basic. id even say ugly. so safe to say they're not for me

  • @chrissugden164
    @chrissugden164 3 місяці тому

    I was recommended this video by Craig at Ikea Edinburgh when I returned to the store having failed to pair a second blind to my existing remote. I wish I had watched it before wasting 3 hours and failing. Everything working fine now. I have added a link to my review of their Praktlysing smart blind. Thanks.

  • @AndrewJonesMcGuire
    @AndrewJonesMcGuire 3 місяці тому

    Wouldn't be surprised if the lack of Thread and Matter - is because of the issues they are having with the Essentials range. Once they have ironed out the issues with those, then they are more likely to look to enable Thread and Matter on other supported product lines.

    • @DavidM979
      @DavidM979 3 місяці тому

      Doubt they ever will. I’ve had issues with my essentials bulbs since their release. You get what you pay for 🤷🏻‍♂️

    • @AndrewJonesMcGuire
      @AndrewJonesMcGuire 3 місяці тому

      @@DavidM979 3.6.170 has been a game changer. I'm just about to update to 3.6.173, so fingers crossed the stability will continue. They have been getting much better throughout the beta firmware program, and we have progressed through Matter v1 which is the production firmware to Matter v1.1 and now we are on Matter v1.2 Trust me when I say they definitely want to get this resolved.

  • @ejide4ashabiade
    @ejide4ashabiade 4 місяці тому

    Is it battery powered? Thanks

  • @BryanBortz
    @BryanBortz 4 місяці тому

    No thread or matter in 2024 is silly.

  • @obi1998
    @obi1998 4 місяці тому

    Another reviewer mentioned that when turned on from a light switch, the panels take over a minute to light up and over two minutes to connect to wifi. Did you also find this to be the case?

    • @HomeKitAuthority
      @HomeKitAuthority 3 місяці тому

      I didn’t experience any of those issues. When turned on they came on straight away using a light switch.

  • @paulwoodward8265
    @paulwoodward8265 4 місяці тому

    Looks awful. Costs a fortune. Poor features, lacking adaptive lighting, thread. Also need to be able to export selective scenes to HomeKit, not all of them. Fiddly installation and cabling for extra panels. Hard no for me.

  • @tommy84hk
    @tommy84hk 4 місяці тому

    So expensive, and no thread support?

  • @shadow_glaive9220
    @shadow_glaive9220 4 місяці тому

    I feel like when you were showing off colour mode in the performance segment you shouldn't have had your TV's red/pink backlight and wall panel lights on too, as they're overpowering the T1M's RGB light strip, so we can't see the actual brightness of the RGB strip on its own. Obviously I don't expect the RGB to be as bright as proper RGB bulb when lighting up a full room, but when you're showing off it's performance you shouldn't have had other lights on taking away from its demonstration.

  • @WingspeedGarage
    @WingspeedGarage 4 місяці тому

    Why not thread?! Is there any similar product with thread from another manufacturer ?

  • @liftingafterdark3241
    @liftingafterdark3241 4 місяці тому

    It it were more affordable and maybe had a “drop ceiling” adaptation I’d be interested.

  • @paarker
    @paarker 4 місяці тому

    Looks a great product but I’m not paying £150 for it. I don’t think it is value for money. Shame.

  • @AlexManMe
    @AlexManMe 4 місяці тому

    Both the skylight and the T1 is disappointing on price

  • @iben6234
    @iben6234 4 місяці тому

    Nanoleaf has the problem with dark area in the middle. They have the same problem with the corner of the Elements product.

    • @HomeKitAuthority
      @HomeKitAuthority 4 місяці тому

      I think it’s because of the placement of the LED.

  • @dominicmarten
    @dominicmarten 4 місяці тому

    Probably the worst product from nanoleaf. Its just nanoleaf canvas with a bit more brightness. No thread, no matter, no adaptive lighting and 4 times more expensive

    • @HomeKitAuthority
      @HomeKitAuthority 4 місяці тому

      It is an expensive product and a big sell for most people

  • @HomeKitAuthority
    @HomeKitAuthority 4 місяці тому

    Buy the Nanoleaf Skylight- US - geni.us/NanoskylightUS (Affiliate link)

    • @Starwarsgames66
      @Starwarsgames66 4 місяці тому

      Yeah, it’s just too expensive and lacking in features to justify the price. I think I’ll wait for version 2.0 or for them to go on sale.

  • @HomeKitAuthority
    @HomeKitAuthority 4 місяці тому

    Buy the Aqara T1M Ceiling light - US - geni.us/AqaraT1MUS UK - geni.us/AqaraT1M (Affiliate link)

  • @jameswestcott4191
    @jameswestcott4191 4 місяці тому

    Why do none of these smart lights have a control wire to attach a regular light switch? I don’t want to have to choose between relying on a home controller/network or powering down the whole device. I guess once we can have direct device to device control the situation will improve - something that zwave has been doing for years.

  • @Ghostzy01
    @Ghostzy01 4 місяці тому

    Thanks for the video, just been looking into this. Thinking of having it in my stair well as I have a tall ceiling and no windows, hoping for a natural light kinda vibe.

  • @yungcrowley1366
    @yungcrowley1366 4 місяці тому

    Hey so how bright is the rgb lighting? Like if you were in a dark room and had the light to be just fully green could you see or not?

    • @HomeKitAuthority
      @HomeKitAuthority 4 місяці тому

      I thought it was ok, obviously a green colour is not best for in the dark, but it was enough I thought

  • @ThomasPleasance
    @ThomasPleasance 4 місяці тому

    Please go back and redo your wiring your cut the live outer covering, your neutral has been cut back to far and your earth needs sorting out please get electrician in if you don't know what your doing!

    • @HomeKitAuthority
      @HomeKitAuthority 4 місяці тому

      Both the natural and live are covered. This is not a video to show people how to install them, it’s a review. If that’s the only complaint you have then ok

    • @ThomasPleasance
      @ThomasPleasance 4 місяці тому

      @@HomeKitAuthority only saying for your safety. good video though 👍

    • @jewczukpiotr
      @jewczukpiotr 4 місяці тому

      I Think you should mention that when you cut power with a switch, the whole lights go dead. Unless ysing Aqara power switch as an example but changing it to wireless connection yet still being under power supply.

    • @paarker
      @paarker 4 місяці тому

      Everyone is government safety officer these days. It’s getting pathetic. Everyone’s got to tell someone else what to do. So he missed the sleeving on the CPC. Big deal.