If you want to use an Echo Dot as a primary device in your home, then you'll need a smart hub. This is because the Echo Dot doesn't have as many features as the other Echo devices. The Echo Dot can't connect to some smart home devices and it doesn't have a built-in speaker.
A smart home needs a smart hub to be able to connect all the different devices and have them work together. A smart hub is a central device that allows communication between all the different devices in a smart home. The hub lets the devices talk to each other and work together to automate tasks and make your home more efficient.
Echo Dot is a hands-free, voice-controlled device that uses Alexa to play music, control smart home devices, make calls, send and receive messages, provide information, read the news, set alarms, and more. Echo Dot can also connect to speakers through Bluetooth or 3.5 mm stereo cable, to deliver stereo sound to the speakers. You can also use multiple Echo Dots together for multi-room music. Echo Dot is not a hub.
4.3/5
Connect it with your Nest or Samsung SmartThings system. Each kit includes one Hue Motion Sensor with two AAA alkaline batteries, a magnet, screws, a manual, and a two-year warranty.
Light up a room simply by walking in and control the intensity by the time of day, such as a gentle, warm nightlight to help you navigate your home at night.
Make it part of your Hue home lighting system with Hue accessories (sold separately) such as the Hue Tap or Hue Motion Sensor. Control by voice with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Google Assistant.
Battery powered, wireless, and installation free, this Hue Motion Sensor requires the Hue hub (sold separately) to work, connecting to your Hue system with control via the Philips Hue App.
Place it anywhere in your home including your hallway, bathroom, kitchen, and more. The integrated light sensor saves energy by detecting when rooms are vacant and automatically turning off lights.
$234
It makes perfect sense to get this if you have invested in the Hue system. It has been rock solid for me for more than two months. My refrigerator is equipped with a motion sensor that manages the light strips above the cabinets. Before I even enter the kitchen, the motion sensor switches on the lights when I am, roughly, three feet away from it.The Hue app is the main drawback of this gadget. It just allows you to control the devices in a room, not a specific device. Next, the motion sensor can only detect two time periods by default: Morning and Night. To enable more time slots, you must visit the HueLabs website, which is dependent on Philips. Their program is fairly basic and does not offer you many options. I give it a 4 out of 5 stars, nonetheless, because the motion sensor is absolutely reliable. I have other Homekit motion sensors, but the Philips Hue Motion Sensor works much better than the others in controlling my Hue Lightstrip and my new candelabra bulb (Philips 468926 Hue White Ambiance E12 Candelabra 6 Watt Connected LED Bulb, Works with Amazon Alexa). The lightstrip and candelabra lamp are specifically always turned on by the Homekit sensors, but they sometimes have difficulties turning them off once motion is no longer detected. This could be a bug in Homekit. The Hue Motion Sensor, however, functions perfectly with these goods.Consequently, the motion sensor itself performs admirably despite the primitive software.Aktuelles 10.10.2017I made this motion detector compatible with Homekit devices with the most recent version. This motion sensor works quickly. Compared to the Fibaro, Elgato, and iHome motion sensors, it turns on my lights more quickly. The motion detector timeout setting was removed by Philips, which is the only drawback. That setting appears to be set to a maximum of 30 seconds at the moment. I'm hoping they'll add it back in a later version.
4/5
VOICE ACTIVATED: With the Philips Hue Smart Hub, add up to 50 Philips Hue smart lights of your choice with this ZigBee-controlled hub necessary for voice control with Alexa, Apple HomeKit, or Google Assistant
FULLY AUTOMATE YOUR SMART HOME: Enhance your Philips Hue system by setting timers and alarms, connecting to a variety of apps, dimming the smart lights and more (cannot be used with conventional dimmers)
EXPAND YOUR ECOSYSTEM: Easily expand your smart lighting system with Philips Hue accessories (sold separately), such as a Hue Dimmer Switch, Hue Tap, or Hue Motion Sensor. Pair it for home automation with your existing Nest or SmartThings system. Control your hue lights by connecting the Hue Hub to your router with the included ethernet network cable. This box also includes one Philips Hue Hub, power adapter, manual, and two-year warranty for the full Philips Hue experience
CROSS-DEVICE COMPATIBILITY: HomeKit compatible iOS 9 or later. iPhone:4, 4S, 5, 5S, 6, 6 Plus, 7, iPhone 7 Plus, iPhone 8, iPhone 8 Plus, iPhone X, iPhone Xs, iPhone Xs Max, iPhone Xr, iPod touch: 5th generation.Network Connectivity:Wireless A,Wireless B,Wireless G,Wireless N
CONTROL YOUR SMART LIGHTS FROM ANYWHERE: The heart of your Philips Hue system, this hue hub also enables you to control all of your Philips Hue products via the Philips Hue app, even when you're away from home
$234
Since the product itself is rather simple and really has no functionalities to "review," per se, I found it difficult to decide what to put in my review. It either works or it doesn't. In my situation, the hub worked flawlessly, setup was simple enough, and I haven't had any serious issues with the hub. My evaluation will instead concentrate on my experience with a somewhat fully-built-out Hue system after a few weeks since the majority of individuals viewing the hub are probably considering dipping into the Hue system as a whole.In my current setup, my movie room has two BR-30 multicolor lights, my kitchen has three of the same lights, my bedroom has a LightStrip with numerous extenders, and our nightstand lamps have two A7 lightbulbs. Prior to the Hue lights, the only "smart" home products I possessed were two Nest thermostats and a Ring doorbell, so my knowledge of this field of technology is very limited.These lights are just enjoyable overall. It was simple to add lights to the system, the automated detection worked well, and it was simple to set up individual lights that were assigned to specific rooms and settings. Although some of the UI choices in the most recent version of the Hue app are a touch bothersome, the Hue app itself is fairly simple to use (for example, having different "tabs" for individual lights and scenes). Though this has been somewhat infrequent, I've occasionally run into trouble getting different lights to "group" together for color changes when building up sets. Scene setup was simple, though I must say that I very instantly erased the majority of the provided presets because I found them to be a little odd. However, creating unique scenarios with personalized brightness and color settings was simple.It's been a little difficult to adjust to utilizing an app rather than light switches. This isn't a problem with the Hue system specifically, but it is something that, in my opinion, is relevant to the transition to smart lighting. After a few weeks, I occasionally still use my light switches by accident. To explore if the system can be fully automated, I'm excited to get some Hue motion sensors. I adore the concept of lights turning on and off automatically based on need, and I anticipate that this will greatly enhance my experience with the system. However, there is still a slight learning curve involved in switching from the far more practical light switch to utilizing an app and lugging around a phone to turn on your lights.The only issue I've encountered thus far is that some lights can occasionally be "unreachable" for extended periods of time. Interestingly, even when they are marked as "unreachable," the lights still react to scene changes. However, I am unable to manage individual "unreachable" lights. Although I've confirmed that both the iOS app and all of the light's firmware are up to date, I still can't figure out what the problem is. I wonder whether the fact that the hub is downstairs and the bedroom lights are upstairs contributes to the issue because this tends to happen most often with the bedroom lights. As I keep adding to the system and create a more robust mesh network throughout the house, perhaps it won't be as much of a problem. However, I must admit that this has been a significant nuisance that I haven't been able to fully resolve. Not enough to stop me from purchasing Hue lights, but it is something to be aware of in case it makes you rethink your purchase.This problem has made my experience with HomeKit integration sporadic. In contrast to HomeKit, the Hue app allows me to alter the lights through scenes even if they're "unreachable." As a result, I hardly ever use HomeKit, and I must admit that I prefer using the Hue app. I don't absolutely require the kind of deep integration and automation that the HomeKit system can provide because I don't own a lot of smart gadgets.You can create almost any lighting scenario you can think of thanks to the fine-grained brightness and color settings. Really, your only constraint is your imagination. Even if many of these capabilities are a little unneeded for everyday use, using the various colors can occasionally be enjoyable. On a regular basis, the programmable brightness and color warmth are really helpful. But I can see how this would be a really lovely touch for events like parties or large gatherings.Do I believe that the Hue system is worth the undeniably high price in the end? I have to add that after spending roughly $600 to be able to light three rooms, I don't think so. I'll keep adding to the system because it's a lot of fun, but I don't think this will completely revolutionize the game. Hopefully the lights will last a long time because, at $30 to $40 per replacement, this setup might get pricey very soon.
3.6/5
NOTE:Kindly refer to the user manual provided as a PDF manual in the product description section
Availability Zone: Smart things Water Leak Sensor is ONLY available in the U.S
Immediate alerts: get instant phone alerts at the first sign of excess water or moisture to prevent leaks and flooding
Operating Requirements:SmartThings Hub, SmartThings Wifi, or compatible devices with SmartThings Hub functionality (connected devices sold separately). Indoor use only
Accident prevention: program your connected smart devices to shut down Electronics when abnormal moisture or temperature is detected
Notification options: light or siren alerts turn on If water is detected where it doesn't belong and monitors temperature too (requires 32 to 104°f operating temperature)
$234
I moved from the generation 2 SmartThings hub (Ethernet-only) to the generation 3 hub, and so far it's been excellent. I appreciate that it's Wi-Fi because it allows me to put the hub in a more convenient spot. There are certain restrictions, though. To begin with, I had to add this hub to my account using the new SmartThings app. Although the new SmartThings app is visually appealing, it misses many of the features seen in the older SmartThings Classic app. For instance, the new app does not allow me to add devices that make use of my personal device handlers. Also unavailable are some of the custom automations. So, after using the new app to add the new hub to my account, I removed it and then reinstalled the traditional app. I had no trouble setting up anything using the traditional app, even my Aeotec doorbell, which makes use of a unique device handler. I reinstalled the new software after configuring everything to my taste and removed the original. Now that everything seems to be working, my Aeotec doorbell always displays "Checking status" (but the doorbell still works). I hope they ultimately update the new SmartThings app to have the same functionality as the classic app because it sounds like it is still under development.
3.6/5
CONTROL CEILING FANS, FIREPLACES, AND SOMFY SHADES FROM YOUR SMARTPHONE - BOND turns any remote controlled fan, fireplace or Somfy shades smart in seconds. Activate the fan, control fan speeds, and switch on lights—all from your iPhone, Android phone, tablet, Amazon Echo, or Google Home Assistant. With BOND, you’ll be able to use these smart devices to do whatever your remote control could do.
SMART HOME FUNCTIONALITY WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK - Everybody wants devices and appliances with smart home functionality, but many of these products are extremely expensive. With BOND, you can make your old appliances smart without replacing them. Our software currently supports ceiling fans and electric and gas fireplaces, but updates are on their way for A/C units, garage doors, and motorized shades!
ALEXA AND GOOGLE-ENABLED - This device is certified by Amazon and Google to work with Alexa and the Google Home Assistant. Control your ceiling fan with voice commands. You’ll never need to reach for the light switch or the remote again. Controlling a ceiling fan and fireplace has never been easier!
CONTROL UP TO SIX CEILING FANS - A single BOND can control up to six ceiling fans from one central location. The BOND can record and transmit RF (radio frequency) as well as IR (infrared) signals, so it will work regardless of what kind of remote you have. The area range is about 2,500 sq. ft. so you’ll be able to control fans in other rooms or on another floor.
NO INSTALLATION NEEDED - Set up is extremely quick and easy. Simply plug in the BOND device, download the app to your phone, point your fan remote at the BOND, and you’re done! All of the functions on your remote—including fan speed, light dimmer settings, and timer using IFTTT—can now be controlled via the BOND.
$234
I have nothing but positive things to say about this product. I recently bought six ceiling fans for my home, which I've had for one to two years. They all replaced 30-year-old models and are all svelte, fashionable, and equipped with remotes. I felt nauseated at the idea of having to switch out these new fans for smart fans, add voice control, and integrate with my smart home. With the help of Google Home and Amazon Alexa, I was able to program all 6 of the fans in my certified reconditioned BOND in approximately an hour after making my purchase. I did first run into a small problem because I didn't understand I needed to update my firmware, but the BOND customer service staff helped me out and responded within 5 minutes. Simply using "regular" fan functionality, such as power on, power off, fan speed settings, and light on, light off, is what I'd advise. You can experience problems with some of the more sophisticated remote capabilities, such as light dimmer, timers, random modes, etc. BOND performs flawlessly for basic fan and light operation.I converted 6 ceiling fans that I adore into smart fans for $90. I should also explain that BOND controls all 6 fans distributed across the three floors of my 2,400 square foot, three storey townhouse. More value for your money will be provided by this smart home addition than by any other product on the market. Buy with assurance and take pleasure.
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3.5/5
Home Automation: Teach the hub your Good Morning, Goodbye, Goodnight, and other routines to automatically turn devices on or off throughout the day
Connectivity: Wirelessly connect and control a wide range of compatible smart devices from 40+ partner brands, including voice assistants, lights & switches, speakers, cameras, sensors and more
Voice Controls: Use voice commands to control connected devices using SmartThings and the Google Assistant
Compatible with previous versions of SmartThings Sensors and Outlets
Improved DIY Solution: Improved guided onboarding for easier setup. Hub connects with WiFi so does not need to be connected to an Ethernet cable
Download new SmartThings (Samsung Connect) app for initial setup. (Tip: You can still use SmartThings Classic app once initial set up is completed)
24/7 Monitoring: Receive app alerts from connected devices when there’s unexpected activity in your home.Material: Plastic
$234
I moved from the generation 2 SmartThings hub (Ethernet-only) to the generation 3 hub, and so far it's been excellent. I appreciate that it's Wi-Fi because it allows me to put the hub in a more convenient spot. There are certain restrictions, though. To begin with, I had to add this hub to my account using the new SmartThings app. Although the new SmartThings app is visually appealing, it misses many of the features seen in the older SmartThings Classic app. For instance, the new app does not allow me to add devices that make use of my personal device handlers. Also unavailable are some of the custom automations. So, after using the new app to add the new hub to my account, I removed it and then reinstalled the traditional app. I had no trouble setting up anything using the traditional app, even my Aeotec doorbell, which makes use of a unique device handler. I reinstalled the new software after configuring everything to my taste and removed the original. Now that everything seems to be working, my Aeotec doorbell always displays "Checking status" (but the doorbell still works). I hope they ultimately update the new SmartThings app to have the same functionality as the classic app because it sounds like it is still under development.
3.5/5
Compatibility: Works with Google, Amazon Alexa, SmartThings, and Zigbee communication protocols
Versatile Monitoring: All in one open/close, vibration, orientation, angle (tilt), and temperature sensor for multipurpose functionality
24/7 Monitoring: Receive instant phone alerts if a door, window, cabinet or drawer opens unexpectedly
Stay Safe: Get a notification if you forgot to close your doors or windows to ensure your home stays safe
Requirements: Must have SmartThings App and SmartThings Hub or compatible device with SmartThings Hub functionality (connected devices sold separately)
$234
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I moved from the generation 2 SmartThings hub (Ethernet-only) to the generation 3 hub, and so far it's been excellent. I appreciate that it's Wi-Fi because it allows me to put the hub in a more convenient spot. There are certain restrictions, though. To begin with, I had to add this hub to my account using the new SmartThings app. Although the new SmartThings app is visually appealing, it misses many of the features seen in the older SmartThings Classic app. For instance, the new app does not allow me to add devices that make use of my personal device handlers. Also unavailable are some of the custom automations. So, after using the new app to add the new hub to my account, I removed it and then reinstalled the traditional app. I had no trouble setting up anything using the traditional app, even my Aeotec doorbell, which makes use of a unique device handler. I reinstalled the new software after configuring everything to my taste and removed the original. Now that everything seems to be working, my Aeotec doorbell always displays "Checking status" (but the doorbell still works). I hope they ultimately update the new SmartThings app to have the same functionality as the classic app because it sounds like it is still under development.
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3.5/5
Detection Ready: Â Adjust the sensor with the quick tilt magnetic ball mount to capture motion up to 15 feet with 120 degree view range
Requirements: Must have SmartThings App and SmartThings Hub or compatible device with SmartThings Hub functionality (connected devices sold separately)
24/7 Monitoring: Receive alerts when there’s unexpected movement in your home
Home Automation: Set devices to automatically turn on or off as people come and go to minimize energy usage
Compatibility: Works with Google, Alexa, SmartThings, and Z Wave and ZigBee communication protocols
$234
I moved from the generation 2 SmartThings hub (Ethernet-only) to the generation 3 hub, and so far it's been excellent. I appreciate that it's Wi-Fi because it allows me to put the hub in a more convenient spot. There are certain restrictions, though. To begin with, I had to add this hub to my account using the new SmartThings app. Although the new SmartThings app is visually appealing, it misses many of the features seen in the older SmartThings Classic app. For instance, the new app does not allow me to add devices that make use of my personal device handlers. Also unavailable are some of the custom automations. So, after using the new app to add the new hub to my account, I removed it and then reinstalled the traditional app. I had no trouble setting up anything using the traditional app, even my Aeotec doorbell, which makes use of a unique device handler. I reinstalled the new software after configuring everything to my taste and removed the original. Now that everything seems to be working, my Aeotec doorbell always displays "Checking status" (but the doorbell still works). I hope they ultimately update the new SmartThings app to have the same functionality as the classic app because it sounds like it is still under development.
3.5/5
One touch Communication: Wirelessly control a range of smart lights, cameras, locks, thermostats, sensors, and more from 40+ partner brands at the touch of a button
Home Scheduling: Sets smart devices to automatically turn on or off at different times of the day based on your routine
Customizable functions: Easily set single tap, double tap, and long press to trigger customized functions
Requirements: Must have SmartThings App and SmartThings Hub or compatible device with SmartThings Hub functionality (connected devices sold separately)
Range: 50 130 feet depending on your home’s construction and extends the range of SmartThings and third party ZigBee devices
Climate Control: Monitors temperature for automatic thermostat adjustments
$234
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I moved from the generation 2 SmartThings hub (Ethernet-only) to the generation 3 hub, and so far it's been excellent. I appreciate that it's Wi-Fi because it allows me to put the hub in a more convenient spot. There are certain restrictions, though. To begin with, I had to add this hub to my account using the new SmartThings app. Although the new SmartThings app is visually appealing, it misses many of the features seen in the older SmartThings Classic app. For instance, the new app does not allow me to add devices that make use of my personal device handlers. Also unavailable are some of the custom automations. So, after using the new app to add the new hub to my account, I removed it and then reinstalled the traditional app. I had no trouble setting up anything using the traditional app, even my Aeotec doorbell, which makes use of a unique device handler. I reinstalled the new software after configuring everything to my taste and removed the original. Now that everything seems to be working, my Aeotec doorbell always displays "Checking status" (but the doorbell still works). I hope they ultimately update the new SmartThings app to have the same functionality as the classic app because it sounds like it is still under development.
3.5/5
Tutorial videos, online documentation, community with online support from our team, email support. Works in USA / Canada only.
Hubitat is changing how people live with smart devices, allowing them to “Elevate Their Homeâ€. By combining the advantages of local automation processing with cloud connectivity, Hubitat’s innovative Hubitat Elevation hub ensures personal data privacy and is more reliable and responsive than competitive cloud-based solutions.
Connects with many popular Zigbee, Z-Wave and Lutron smart devices. Now supports Iris V1 devices. Mobile app for iOS and Android
After one time setup, no internet connection is required to use the Hubitat Elevation hub, so you can avoid latency and delays, and gain peace of mind by not relying on the cloud.
$234
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3.4/5
The box includes Harmony Elite remote (with rechargeable battery), Harmony Hub, 2 IR mini-blasters, Charging station, USB cable, 2 AC adapters, User documentation
The most powerful and intuitive Harmony remote works with Alexa for voice control. All-in-one control of up to 15 home entertainment and connected home devices
One-touch Activities: Touch an Activity like “Watch a Movie” to automatically power on and switch devices to the right settings; Compatible with Amazon’s Alexa for easy voice integration and activation
Harmony app: Turns iOS or Android smartphones or tablets into personal universal remote controls for the whole house
Closed cabinet control: Included Harmony Hub lets you control devices in closed cabinets, or even when away from home
Convenient charging station: Keeps your remote powered and within reach
Full color touchscreen: Simply swipe and tap to control channels, movies, volume, 50 favorite channels and smart home devices like Philips Hue lights
$234
Programming has a learning curve, especially when the manual fails to mention that some tasks can only be completed with the aid of a computer application. We once used tech support, and they were quite helpful. After we hung up the phone, we exchanged several emails to resolve other concerns.One aspect of the program, or application, that requires a connection to Logitech servers whenever it is used, I absolutely detest. Although I haven't had a disconnect yet, it seems the remote will be useless if the internet is down or if their servers crash. They can also stop providing support at any time, leaving you with a useless universal remote, so be aware of this.Although it still needs improvement, Alexa integration is now usable.Another letdown is how frequently the remote syncs. I have to wait until it syncs around 1 out of every 5 times I grab it to use it, despite the fact that I haven't made any changes in weeks. Less than a minute, but even so, I'll probably want to use the remote as soon as I get it rather than wait.Another issue, which has been mentioned in other reviews, is that you must hold down the forward or reverse button in order to skip chapters; otherwise, you'll FF or rewind. That is a significant flaw for a remote that costs more than $200 alone. To add skip buttons, they ought to have divided each button in half or just added them to the remote.In spite of giving it a five star rating, the most of my review is negative. Although I plainly endorse it, I'd rather list my frustrations for other people rather than extol its virtues. I can assess whether or not I can live with a device based on complaints, thus those are typically more helpful to me.
1. Automatic doors 2. Automatic lights 3. Automatic sprinkler systems 4. Automatic coffee machines 5. Automatic payment systems
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