EVE DOOR & WINDOW SENSOR NOW WITH THREAD - Apple HomeKit Automation

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🎬 NEW VIDEO - EVE DOOR & WINDOW SENSOR NOW WITH THREAD - HomeKit Automation
Door and Window sensors are an excellent way to step up your automation game by providing triggers that you can use to control other scenes and automations within your smart home. The most exciting thing about Eve's latest Window and Door sensor is the addition of Thread support which was made available earlier this year via firmware update.
In this video, I’ll compare the thread compatible Window and Door sensor to my existing Bluetooth compatible Eve Window and Door sensor . I’ll also walk you through some practical everyday uses for these sensors and do a full setup and installation.
Thank you again to Eve for sending me this product to test out the new Thread update and provide a review. You will always get my honest feedback.
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0:00 Intro to Eve
0:38 Eve Window & Door
1:09 Thread Compatibility
2:32 The Burglar
3:37 The Pantry
5:20 Unboxing Thread version
6:22 Set up in Eve App
7:53 Thread vs. Bluetooth
10:00 Install
10:37 Automations
11:45 Shadow puppets
16:07 Final Thoughts
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@ShaneCreates 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thanks for the mention! That pantry door looks great with the different colored lights and automations. Nice job!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shane!

@douglasscott7182 3 жыл бұрын

Thread has ruined me, all of my future HomeKit purchases now require to be Thread enabled. Keep up the great work 👏

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

I know the feeling!! I'm excited to see more thread enabled accessories become available in the near future. Thanks for watching!

@AdamsTechLife 3 жыл бұрын

The pantry lights thooo 😍👌🏽 great automations!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Adam!!

@eksmad 3 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU for the comparison!!!!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

@wyatt5791 3 жыл бұрын

I just found this channel and I’m really liking this content!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Wyatt! Wow, thanks so much for the compliment. So happy to hear you are enjoying the channel.

@OurAppleHome 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work! I really want to change out my pantry door now to have some glass in it 😍

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Josh! 👏🏼

@mattcorey3145 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, and I love the practical comparisons - There’s a lot of ‘theoretical’ info about thread out there, but seeing practical performance comparisons between generations of devices is impressive!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matt! Glad you found it helpful.

@josephiyere4491 Жыл бұрын

Your presentation is great and I want to say thanks for the great job … I have been following you and Shane and have learnt a lot from both of you. I am happy to say that about 70% of my smart devices are threads and I can say it loud that thread is the best .. it’s fast stable and reliable.

@richchapman5011 3 жыл бұрын

Love the videos you’ve done to date. Informative and clear plus well presented. Keep it up

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Rich, thanks for watching and sharing some positive feedback. Glad you are enjoying the videos!

@InVeritos 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos! Very informative. You share all of the info that I am looking for and some. Also, the shadow puppets bit cracked me up lol

@TechUpChannel 3 жыл бұрын

Kicthen goals for days and I love the floor maneuver to not be seen. The thread sensors are definitely good for security. Loved the video!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I should have taken some behind the scenes footage trying to get that shot! 🤣 I appreciate you taking the time to watch and comment.

@coryuf 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome Review! Thank you for helping me to conclude the EVE DOOR & WINDOW SENSOR WITH THREAD is the way! Now I'm going to order them for my home! Thanks!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Cory! So many uses for these sensors and they work great. You won’t be disappointed!

@DennisWarner 3 жыл бұрын

Great review!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Dennis! I really appreciate it!

@ModernLady 3 жыл бұрын

Was about to look for a sensor for the basement, will definitely look for this one.

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea Mariann - these ones are great, especially if you have a HomePod mini to take advantage of the faster Thread technology!

@evan 2 жыл бұрын

thanks Brad

@alhenderson2865 2 жыл бұрын

Really learning lots from your videos, much appreciated. Is it possible to have the Eve Door Sensor to play a sound, say a door bell sound, on your HomePod mini, if the door is opened?

@mikebedford4362 Жыл бұрын

Great video Brad, thank you - Can you use it outside on a gate?

@bigbaddaddio Жыл бұрын

Terrific, useful information, as usual! Perhaps a bit of "overkill" in terms of time investment, but soon enough made worth it when seeing the dinosaur shadow puppets!

@LaneGandy 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! I'm currently using Vocolinc door sensors to turn on my lights when I get home after dark. It also sends me notifications if the door opens when I'm not home. I don't think the Vocolinc ones support thread but I haven't noticed any issues with speed. I'm impressed with the difference between thread and bluetooth on this video though. Thanks for making this!

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for the kind words! They do not support thread yet but I think we will see a lot more products becoming #Thread compatible this year! It is definitely a lot faster and more reliable!

@StefRenaud 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent how to by the way.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lifewittristan4308 3 жыл бұрын

Great video man! I’m hoping to be as good as you someday…

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

That’s so nice of you, appreciate it Tristan. I’m pretty new at this and lots to learn still!

@ModernDayTech 3 жыл бұрын

Gotta watch out for those 4' burglars. They are pretty sneaky.

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

🤣 It was touch and go there for a minute! Thanks for checking out my video! 🚨🚓🥷

@Dragiello Жыл бұрын

Hi Brad! I love your videos. I’m just trying to setup my first HomeKit, and I assure you - those videos are extremely helpful. Do you really think that HomePods will be supported by Apple in the future? Greetings from Warsaw, Poland.

@opiatesmile 3 жыл бұрын

Those sensors are massive.

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Massively fast with #thread! Lol j/k I get it but no concerns on my end given they are really functional and reliable!

@opiatesmile 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd yeah but having those on your doors and windows...in the pantry is one thing where no one can see it. But on your front door or other high traffic areas. I am gonna have to hold out for something a bit more discreet.

@CoreyMcLaughlin 10 ай бұрын

Can you provide any feedback on the longevity of the battery between the Bluetooth and Matter sensors

@trz_maier7154 2 жыл бұрын

Did you manage that “switch off after 1 hour” option working? I was hoping to set it up so that my porch light comes on for 10 minutes whenever the front door is opened so without it it’s a bit of a bummer!

@pugsarefunUS Жыл бұрын

do you need a home hub to get notification when you are away from home?

@imuluer Жыл бұрын

Eve works with nest smart thermostats?

@VV-om8vv Жыл бұрын

Thanks for showing how removing it annihilated your paint and trim.

@aidanbazan7769 Жыл бұрын

My 3 main door/window sensors are used as following: 1. Laundry room door turns light on when open, light off when closed. 2. Bedroom door turns the lights in the downstairs hall and downstairs bathroom to 1% at night when opened 3. Front door sensor triggers alarm when everyone is gone. I also have one for the porch door that is only open when the AC is on. We don't use it for any automations, but it is a quick and easy way to see if we left our air conditioner plugged in when we leave the house

@Awoit Жыл бұрын

Can you elaborate on your alarm and how it's setup (Homekit)?

@aidanbazan7769 Жыл бұрын

@@Awoit I’m moving it over to hubitat now. But currently I have an Aqara m2 that has an alarm system, and an Aqara door and window sensor on the door. When the door opens in away mode, it sets off the alarm.

@dannybroddy 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review! Has anyone tried using this to automate their HVAC system when a window or door has been open end? Ie. stop your hvac from running when a door or window is opened and set to run again when closed? I am debating between these Eve sensors and the Ecobee. I love thread, however I have a good wifi network. I also have an ecobee thermostat. Anyone got any insight? I also want to use sensors for security.

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Danny, thank you for watching. I'm not sure if this is exactly what you are looking for, but you can create an automation "A sensor is detecting something" that you can setup to turn your ecobee off when a window is opened and on when the window is closed. Hope that helps.

@dannybroddy 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd Hi Brad, yes I think you are right, an automation based on the sensor opening or closing should work. I know on Eve’s website they specifically mention the eve door and window triggering this with their eve thermo. I think one could probably do something like that in the Eve app with the extended ability to customize automations with conditions, this should work with the Ecobee as well. Now I’m just torn on Ecobee or eve for sensors!!! Lol

@SusanMiddleton1 3 жыл бұрын

I got an Eve door and window sensor a few years ago after I auto locked my front door not realizing my door was ajar. Now I can double check is is locked AND closed. I also have it set up than when I open my door at night, the porch light turns on.

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Susan, great use for a sensor like these! Peace of mind as well as the convenience of home automation! Thank you for sharing!

@anthonywall1228 Жыл бұрын

I ordered 2 more eve smart plugs and Amazon sent 2 of these instead. I just want something that will notify me when the door opens not just on my iPhone but also with some noise via the device or my HomePod minis. Will this device do that?

@TheBradLloyd Жыл бұрын

Probably not the way you want it to, but you could activate something from your music library to play on your HomePod when the door opens or closes. Or maybe have a light turn on to notify you that way. Just a thought…

@mattriege9106 2 жыл бұрын

So how is the closet light smart? A smart switch or smart bulb? Just curious.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Matt, I have it connected to a Lutron Caseta smart switch.

@Polkster13 3 жыл бұрын

On your pantry door, you might try using "Convert to Shortcut" and then you can check for multiple conditions and set the light color accordingly when the door is closed. You could use another set of virtual plugs to determine when it is Christmas Time, Halloween, et cetera, by checking the condition of the plug to see if it is "on" or "off", and if all of those virtual plugs are turned off, then default to the turquoise color. Virtual Plug 1 could be for Christmas, Virtual Plug 2 could be for Halloween, Virtual Plug 3 could be for St. Patrick's Day, and so forth. During those events, turn the virtual plug on and after the event turn the plug off. It would be really cool if Apple HomeKit gave us a way to check for calendar events as a trigger, so I could automatically check for holidays. Do you know if any of the other Home control apps have this feature?

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Frederick. Good call on the "convert to shortcut". This is something I've been planning to do but haven't got to yet, but I think it will help clean up and maintain the automation. I also LOVE the idea of the virtual plug to set conditions for different holidays - I will totally do this. The "check for calendar" would be nice for many reasons but I haven't seen this as an option (I use Home, Home+ and Eve). Hopefully one day.

@ArekkPL 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd FibaroHome app you can set dates in automations to 2035 year, so it’s quite enough to plan events in future.

@egshane 2 жыл бұрын

Nice. I need thread…

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

I agree! And the list of Thread compatible products keeps growing!

@Leon-xr6xy Жыл бұрын

Can you please assist. I have an eve door sensor. I don't know what to do. I would like my AC to shut off when door is open and turn back on when closed.

@TheBradLloyd Жыл бұрын

Yes, you could certainly do that as long as you have a HomeKit enabled air conditioner.

@atomicdetailsoc 3 жыл бұрын

i heard the battery was not good and is obscure and pricey. what do you have to say brad

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Hello! I replaced my first battery (1/2 AA - ER14250 3.6V) after about 18 months which I think is pretty good. The battery sells for $9.99 on Amazon here in Canada with some lower priced ones if you are not in a hurry to receive it. Hope that helps. Affiliate links: CAN: amzn.to/3uINxDQ US Link: amzn.to/321HSfJ

@Meven2001 2 жыл бұрын

Nice video. But, if you put your sensor on a door and... You think it's not the good one. Is it possible ? Because you stuck the sensor. It will not work again, isn't it !?

@geek2330 3 жыл бұрын

These links get blocked by my company's policy when I try to open on laptop. Maybe you could post the Amazon link for direct access.

@TheBradLloyd 3 жыл бұрын

Sure thing & thanks for your support! The links depend on your country location. The genius link in the description allows the link to work depending on the country you're in. I have direct Amazon links for the US & Canada. Try these and let me know if you have any issues. US: amzn.to/322vDPR Canada: amzn.to/3taaS0B

@geek2330 3 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd oh I see. Thanks. I'm in the US