HOOBS - GET MORE DEVICES INTO APPLE HOMEKIT!

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2 жыл бұрын

Get Smart Home Accessories into Homekit with HOOBS! Too many Google or Alexa products to make the switch to Homekit, the platform that you know is superior? 😆
In this video, I'll walk you through HOOBS set up and introduce you to Switchbot products in Homekit.
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@montebobele2641 Жыл бұрын

This is OUTSTANDING for a beginner! My HOOBS arrived yesterday. I attached the power and Ethernet cables and waited forever for the red light to come on. Never did. Thanks for explaining that step in the “official” instructions was wrong. Next, I waited forever for the QR code to appear to add the HOOBS to HomeKit. Never did. Thanks for explaining that was also wrong. I look forward to following your channel for more help!

@TheBradLloyd Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback Monte, it makes me so happy to know this video helped you out!

@montebobele2641 Жыл бұрын

You are welcome! I appreciated your recommendations update video, too.

@gumbygreeneye3655 8 ай бұрын

I’ve got a Hoobs pro coming and liked your presentation.

@emmanueldonbraye4617 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Brad, this is very informative

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Emmanuel!

@nandrocks007 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Brad, I recently purchased a home and now I am trying to make it a smart home with apple Homekit, I already have certain devices that are not supported with HomeKit and I think Hoobs will be a great choice. I had a question about which application should I use for Home Kit, I ended up downloading these 2 apart from standard HomeKit 1.) Home+ 2.) Controller Which one do you suggest will work best?

@tiffanyl5950 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!!!

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much Tiffany!

@TheUnofficialMaker Жыл бұрын

on my pi running HOOBS, can it react to an input pin on the pi, say to turn on a virtual switch or something? that would be really cool.

@JsTbeSmart 2 жыл бұрын

hello ، is there a possibility to reverse the direction of the roller shutters on homekit app? i used hoobs thank you in advance

@Chaucer89 2 жыл бұрын

So which plug In did you use? I got everything in the HomeKit successfully, and the IR remote control I set up with the hub mini works just fine in HomeKit, but the Switchbot Bots themselves do nothing with activated in HomeKit. They work fine in their native app, but ignore the commands when sent from the Home app. I have cloud services turned on, and I read where the device ID needs to be included on the Hoobs Bridge/PlugIn config page, but the only ID I can find is the BLE Mac Address. I put that in but am still having no luck. Any help would be appreciated.

@BigMu2003 2 жыл бұрын

Great video. So I’ve seen this on several channels I watch and I always wonder if this is worth it. It seems like a lot of work and lots could go wrong. Also doesn’t this defeat part of the security that HomeKit is supposed to bring?

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Eric, this is a useful system when there is a need. I would always go with a native HomeKit accessory whenever possible, but there are some products that don't have HomeKit. IMO if you stay with the larger name plugins the risk is low (not saying 0 though). Hopefully this will be less of an issue in the future, with Matter.

@RosstheLoner 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Brad, it is great seeing a Canadian perspective on tech and prices. I have lots of HomeKit devices, but I also have a few that aren’t. I have a Ring Doorbell, door sensors and motion sensors in my home. I also have a Wyze Smart Door lock and security cameras. I have been thinking on buying a Hoobs.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Ross, HOOBS is definitely great if you already have smart devices that don't work with HomeKit. I also love the virtual switches! Thanks for watching!

@JsTbeSmart Жыл бұрын

hello team I hope everything is fine with you, thank you for helping him solve this problem that bothers me is busy a year is some me, I use a hoobs for but shelly devices a homekit it does not work as expected always but devices on homekit is no spence. know that I have fixed all the addresses shelly is hoobs I have configured shelly as you said the address ip: 5683 port i have to restart hoobs almost 6 times a day for it to work my hoobs is up to date

@Polkster13 2 жыл бұрын

Another great video, Brad. I love the way you use "Brad from the Future" to go back and add additional content (clarifications or updates) after you made the original video. That is a great way to fix a portion of your video.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Frederick! I'm glad this approach worked out and appreciate you mentioning this. It's always a challenge when something changes like prices or if I discover new info or made an error etc. Thank you again!

@beezee05 2 жыл бұрын

Question - We have Ring Doorbell. Probably the only important device not on HomeKit. Wouldn’t it be easier since the wiring is there for the doorbell to just invest in and swap out a HomeKit compatible doorbell than spend the money on the HomeBridge?

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

In my opinion - yes. But some aren't as impressed by the HomeKit doorbell options (personally, I love the Logitech Circleview Doorbell). But for someone that's interested in HomeKit but has MANY non-HomeKit accessories, this is an option to consider.

@beezee05 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd Gotcha Brad. Thank you. I’m still in the early stages of the automation odyssey so for me anything we buy moving forward needs to be HomeKit compatible. Will consider the Logitech doorbell for sure.

@JsTbeSmart 2 жыл бұрын

Hello brooo tnk u so mch . I just installed a hoobs just today, unfortunately I found difficulties with the commands. I have an installation of Shelly almost 80 device everything is working very well. The installation and 100mbt fiber optic subnet of my tp link archer AX23 router / deco m9+ access points. The problem is that I cannot control my shelly devices. Either it lights up Sound off, I can't turn them off. Thanks for your help . your brother hashm from morocco

@cisco7236 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Brad, I’ve been watching your videos for a while now. You’ve been doing great and it’s very informative. Just wanted to know how does this affect the privacy and security that home kits provide? Are the items connected to this not as secure? And will it affect the items that are connected directly through HomeKit?

@Bigglare 2 жыл бұрын

yes, its not like homebridge reprograms devices to not communicate to their normal cloud home.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Francisco - Though I think the risk is low, It's definitely "at your own risk"... Apple has certification standards for a reason so it's worth being cautious. Maybe not a big deal for sensors or switches, but definitely for cameras.

@cisco7236 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd Thank you Brad, appreciate the response. Keep up the great work!

@demetriushill9663 Жыл бұрын

Quick question I’m a beginner to HomeKit or should I say apple home haha. My question is what would you recommend, hoobs or hoobs pro? Should I wait for the pro version or get the current model? What would you do in my position? Thoughts?

@TheBradLloyd Жыл бұрын

Hi Demetrius, great question. Hopefully with matter there will be less of a need to bring products into homekit as eventually more will be compatible. The Pro looks promising with thread and matter however, it is a trade off with a much higher cost. It comes down to how many devices do you really think you’ll use that are not native to homekit and how much are you willing to pay. If you can swing, the extra cost, the pro is probably worth it. Hope this helps!

@jakemclellan8761 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Brad, I’m having the exact same issue. What plug-in for SwitchBot did you use in the end ?

@Redmaile25 6 ай бұрын

Can HomeKit bring my ring doorbell into my Apple TV?

@Ba1ster 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve been using homebridge via raspberry pi. So easy to setup and a fraction of the price. Think hoop is so overpriced

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Amazing! I would agree if you have the skill and knowledge to set up a Raspberry Pi. Perhaps it seems more difficult than it is for many. Hoobs is a good solution for those who do not have coding knowledge. Appreciate you watching and sharing your opinion!

@Lysander-Spooner 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Bally, maybe you could point to some resource for learning how to do this the easy way?

@Ba1ster 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lysander-Spooner there are many KZfaq videos showing u how to do it. You don’t need any ‘coding’ knowledge.

@Ba1ster 2 жыл бұрын

@@Lysander-Spooner try this guy. Gives a great tutorial. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/h6t9p8phprrWnX0.html

@SusanMiddleton1 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for bringing this tech to my attention. However I really think one has to get it and try it out as there are just too many instructions via the video - hard to keep up!! I’d sure like to connect my Nest thermostats and Roomba to Homekit.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Agree, I felt the same way before I started. It's easy enough, but like I said in the video - native to HomeKit is best. You could totally figure it out!

@TechWithTony 2 жыл бұрын

They broke it. Ring devices via hoobs no longer show up in homekit :( so frustrating.

@acavals8080 Жыл бұрын

I love the iPhone, the Apple Watch, the MacBook etc... But, like always, we have to stay in the Apple environment to make it work great. However, when it comes homekit it means to going full Apple to get a connected home. Which may be pretty expensive and some Homekit compatible devices are not the best option in the market.

@TheBradLloyd Жыл бұрын

It’s always been a struggle, but over the last couple of years prices have really started to come down. With matter around the corner, I expect it will get even easier (with time).

@daktusdurggery5505 Жыл бұрын

I can’t get my deebot vacuum over to Hoobs

@Lysander-Spooner 2 жыл бұрын

Great info, thanks. Seems you need to really want to use a device to go through the time and expense of implementing this solutiion. I am new to Homekit, but my goal is to see how far I can get with a THREAD only network. Seems new THREAD devices are coming in 2022.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Lysander! I do agree, this totally solves a problem however, HOOBS is not the ideal first option if you can get a native homekit accessory. That's always going to save time and potentially money. I am excited for Matter and more thread devices, though it's still too early to know how readily available these products will be and how it will impact the cost. 2022 could be really exciting for Homekit!. 🤞🏼🤞🏼🤞🏼

@misbehvn 2 жыл бұрын

Do I need a computer. I only have an iPad and iPhone.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Robert, you could use your browser on a phone/iPad but no app. Just go to hoobs.local.

@williamsigdal4957 2 жыл бұрын

How do you make conditional automations?

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Hi William, you need to use a 3rd party app like the Eve App of Home+ 5. I talk about conditional automations here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/gsCqZ72dxp2WhXk.html

@tonywitt 2 жыл бұрын

Brad… I appreciate the video. Excellent info and presentation. I got to tell you however I don’t appreciate the language in the title.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your feedback, Tony. No intention to offend anyone and will keep that in mind for future. Appreciate you watching.

@andym3721 2 жыл бұрын

lol

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

😂 Thanks for watching Andy!

@JsTbeSmart Жыл бұрын

Please 🙏 help

@Bigglare 2 жыл бұрын

Homekit isn't superior if you have to jerryrig all the cool stuff into homekit. Better off leaving it in Alexa.

@TheBradLloyd 2 жыл бұрын

Fair enough, everyone is going to have different needs and preferences. Apple Homekit is my preference by a landslide but I know you're into Alexa. As always, appreciate you watching and leaving your feedback.

@Bigglare 2 жыл бұрын

@@TheBradLloyd I am into Smart Homes, not Alexa. Alexa dominates voice control with her many inexpensive form factors. Apple Home provides a sharp clean UI for app control on mobile devices. The key is finding the items that work together natively with all three AI's not just focusing on one or trying to find ways to shoehorn the best products into the worst platform.