Reolink Atlas Review – A 2K true colour battery powered surveilance camera with an impressive battery
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Reolink Atlas Review – A 2K true colour battery powered surveilance camera with an impressive battery

ByJames Smythe

I have previously reviewed the very impressive Reolink Altas PT Ultra, which is a pan and tilt camera with a 4K sensor that can capture true colour night footage. As amazing as it is, the pan-tilt design with auto-tracking inevitably requires a lot of power. Reolink did their best to overcome this problem by using…

Yeedi M14 Plus Robot Vacuum & Mop Review
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Yeedi M14 Plus Robot Vacuum & Mop Review

ByJames Smythe

Yeedi recently announced their latest robot vacuum, the M14 Plus, which has been launched in the US and is available on Amazon with an RRP of $1400, but with early bird discounts taking it to $850. Yeedi sent me this several weeks ago, and I have been using it as my main robot vacuum since….

SwitchBot Hub 3 Review – Significant improvements vs Hub 2
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SwitchBot Hub 3 Review – Significant improvements vs Hub 2

ByJames Smythe

Following on from my review of the outstanding SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo, I have also been reviewing the new SwitchBot Hub 3, which is what the Lock Ultra is paired to. This hub has some significant upgrades compared to the SwitchBot Hub 2 and will be appealing to anyone who integrates SwitchBot into a…

SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo Review – SwitchBot Lock Ultra + Keypad Vision – Face unlock for your door
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SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo Review – SwitchBot Lock Ultra + Keypad Vision – Face unlock for your door

ByJames Smythe

I have previously reviewed the SwitchBot Lock Pro and found it to be excellent. I have continued to use it on my back door but have favoured the Aqara Smart Lock U200 for my front door. This has now changed with the launch of the SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo, which combines the new SwitchBot…

WiZ HDMI Sync Box Launches: Affordable TV Lighting Sync vs Philips Hue Sync Box
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WiZ HDMI Sync Box Launches: Affordable TV Lighting Sync vs Philips Hue Sync Box

ByJames Smythe

Signify, the parent company behind both Philips Hue and WiZ, has announced the global launch of the WiZ HDMI Sync Box with TV Backlight, alongside new Gradient Light Bars and a Gradient Floor Light. This new offering aims to bring dynamic, colour-matched lighting effects to home entertainment setups, providing an accessible route to immersive TV,…

Aqara Expands Smart Home Portfolio with Hub M100, Camera Protect Kit Y100, and Climate Sensor W100
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Aqara Expands Smart Home Portfolio with Hub M100, Camera Protect Kit Y100, and Climate Sensor W100

ByJames Smythe

Aqara has introduced three new products aimed at simplifying home automation and enhancing security and comfort. The Hub M100, Camera Protect Kit Y100, and Climate Sensor W100 are designed to cater to both entry-level users and experienced enthusiasts, providing compatibility with major smart home ecosystems and focusing on ease of use, reliability, and flexibility. Related…

Aqara Display Switch V1 EU Review
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Aqara Display Switch V1 EU Review

ByJames Smythe

Aqara recently released several new exciting products in the EU market, including the Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus, Touchscreen Dial V1 and Light Switch H2. The last product I have to review is the Aqara Display Switch V1 EU, which is a is a dual-channel neutral wall switch featuring four physical buttons and a 2.08-inch…

Aqara Light Switch H2 EU Review – Matter over Thread & Zigbee Neutral/Non-Neutral Smart Light Switch with 1 or 2 channels
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Aqara Light Switch H2 EU Review – Matter over Thread & Zigbee Neutral/Non-Neutral Smart Light Switch with 1 or 2 channels

ByJames Smythe

Aqara has recently launched several new products for the EU/UK, including the superb Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus EU and the impressive but limited Touchscreen Dial V1. The Aqara Light Switch H2 EU I am reviewing today is far less exciting than my previous two reviews, but in some regards, it is the best product…

Aqara Touchscreen Dial V1 Review – Amazing hardware but let down by a lack of Matter and Home Assistant support
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Aqara Touchscreen Dial V1 Review – Amazing hardware but let down by a lack of Matter and Home Assistant support

ByJames Smythe

Aqara recently launched several new wall switch products, including the superb Panel Hub S1 Plus. The Aqara Touchscreen Dial V1 EU, which I am reviewing today, is a rotary dial wall switch featuring haptic feedback, two relay switches, and six wireless switches. It incorporates a 1.32-inch round touch screen for adjusting compatible Aqara devices through…

Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus EU Review – Smart Home Panel with Light Switch & Zigbee Hub
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Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus EU Review – Smart Home Panel with Light Switch & Zigbee Hub

ByJames Smythe

The Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus EU has arrived, promising to transform how we interact with our smart homes. This wall-mounted control panel combines a touchscreen interface with physical switches, aiming to provide a centralised command centre for Aqara’s ecosystem and beyond. As smart home technology continues to evolve, devices like the S1 Plus seek…

Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE Review – 4MP true colour night vision surveillance with AI object detection & Matter over Thread
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Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE Review – 4MP true colour night vision surveillance with AI object detection & Matter over Thread

ByJames Smythe

Aqara recently announced its first outdoor camera, the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro, which is available in WiFi and PoE versions. As the name suggests, this is not just a camera but also a Zigbee and Open Thread Border Router with Matter support. The camera uses a graphene-cooled 1/1.8” sensor with an f/1.0 aperture, which…

Aqara Expands Smart Home Portfolio with New Camera Hub G5 Pro and H2 Dimmer Switch
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Aqara Expands Smart Home Portfolio with New Camera Hub G5 Pro and H2 Dimmer Switch

ByJames Smythe

Aqara has introduced two new smart home devices to the global market: the Dimmer Switch H2 EU and the Camera Hub G5 Pro. These products aim to enhance home automation by offering flexible lighting control and advanced security features. Both devices are designed for compatibility with major smart home ecosystems, making them accessible to a…

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