Wemo Smart Video Doorbell Review: Designed for Apple Users -- Only Apple Users!
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- čas přidán 24. 06. 2024
- Here's the new Belkin Wemo Smart Video doorbell which works exclusively with Apple HomeKit and supports HomeKit Secure Video. I'll show you the design, the installation, and how well it works!
Wemo Smart Video Doorbell - belkin.evyy.net/3PRjGM
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Chapters
0:00 Intro
0:44 Design
1:39 How thick is it?
3:06 Installation
4:22 HomeKit
7:41 Sample footage
9:03 Downsides
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Thanks for sharing this video, Any idea when it will arrive in the UK?
Hi. Thanks for the video. I couldn't follow when you get to those two cables (4minutes mark on your video). Which cables are those? Hence, could you please advise on how the equipment is power sourced? Thanks in advance.
Great video!!!
So, this one doesn't require any modification to the chime indoors like the Netatmo one does?
What power supply are you using in the review? Our door bell system is old and tool complicated to fix.
My problem is, i need a wireless doorbell because i dont have a doorbell currently so there is no wiring
I great review! Thank you. I’m currently using the Eufy doorbell adjust because it is rated for outdoor use and I am able to pair it with my outdoor pedestrian gate eufy door lock. Would this Wemo doorbell be safe to be installed on an exposed wall?
Do we know if this will work with the Brilliant control panel?
I recently discovered that my Wemo doorbell requires 16V / 30VA. My home's original transformer was 16V 10VA. Thats likely a pre-smart doorbell transformer. The doorbell's manual calls for "16v or 24v", some of their website FAQs list the more specific requirement for 30VA. During initial installation, I tested my doorbell wires and found 16V, thought I was all set. Upgrading the transformer appears to have greatly improved my doorbell's reliability, dare I say it fixed it. The thing has not dropped offline since I installed that new transformer on 12/10/23. Would love some feedback/comments on this.
So just going off picture quality would you choose the belkin or the Logitech
Is this doorbell available in the UK? If it is, can I purchase one from the Apple store directly or from another retailer?
I have the Logitech one, and I constantly misses notifications when people ring the doorbell. I do have my phone on silent when at work, but I would like it make a sound on my Apple Watch or phone anyway. Any suggestions ?
Haven’t had any problems with my Logitech Doorbell, I just wish Logitech wasn’t so damn lazy - in that, I wish you could access the recordings in an app outside of HomeKit, making it easier to search through footage. The lack of *any* updates since the day I bought mine (at launch btw) is also my biggest concern. Otherwise it’s been an absolute pleasure.
How is the response time on this doorbell? The problem I'm having with the Netatmo Doorbell is, it takes a long time to actually get the feed (when it works, most of the time it doesn't). It takes approximately 5 seconds to get the notification and another 10 seconds for the feed to load. I'm hoping to see a better response time on the Wemo so I can finally switch over and actually being able to see / talk to the person at the door.
In the video you see how long it takes to open the feed from the Home app. Sometimes it takes longer, but that feels pretty typical.
@@AppleInsider Sorry I wasn't really clear. Opening the feed using the Netatmo doorbell doesn't take too long either (I'd say a second or two, depending on the wireless connection). Just like you've shown in the video. The problem is when someone is actually pressing the doorbell. The delay varies but usually it's around 5 seconds till I get a notification from the Home app. Tapping the notification opens the Home app but it takes at least 10 to 30 seconds till the feed is connected. Most of the time it doesn't even connect.
This is ok if I'm home and I can open the door directly, but it's a problem when I'm not home and want to talk to the person. Most of the time they already left by the time it connects.
Also another thing you could test is what happens when multiple users trying to open the feed. With Netatmo, only one user is able to connect to the feed which is also quite annoying.
Other than that, nice review and hope this doorbell can replace my Netatmo doorbell :).
@@yuenw I totally agree, I will not be buying another video doorbell unless I am completely confident latency is kept to a minimum and is the key issue I wish to be reviewed. I have a ring doorbell at the moment with all the symptoms you describe simply not fit for purpose.
@@markwood9755 Hope we get a wired version for the low latency issue
Are their doorbell ring options? Like a ring has holiday ones or a few silly choices.
No, just the basic chime on HomePod for now.
Can you turn the camera off whenever you want?
how do u compare it to the Netatmo or logitech doorbell?
I like the Netatmo because it has multiple other storage options, outside of iCloud. You can store on a Micro SD card, FTP server, dropbox, etc. I like the Wemo because of the wide field of view. Logitech is best because it supports HomeKit Secure Video but is priced at only $199, making it the cheapest. Which of those is most important is up to you....
why not talk about how fast or slow it is??? do you get a notification when rang or a call like other apple doorbells?
Wires don’t have wires for a door bell at my house we have always used battery doorbells
Has anyone read the Amazon reviews for this?
If the sun shines on this directly will it over heat like the Logitech doorbell?
I honestly can't say. I would hope not... but my porch is covered and I dont have a direct-sun location to mount it in.
I lost the security screw anybody with the link to buy in Amazon?
Good review. The Logitech one is bad. I had it overheat all the time for no reason. It’s an ongoing thing that other users had as an issue. This may be more compelling.
I’m glad I read these comments cause I’ve been thinking about getting the Logitech doorbell.
@@joshuakolton9955 I tried it ever which way even bought a new transformer still the same issue. I ended up getting the google wireless doorbell. But this Belkin one may be one that I look into. If you have any questions on it let me know I’ll be happy to answer.
@@joshuakolton9955 I bought the Logitech Circle Doorbell and it's been a poor experience. Overheating and ringing issues. I wish I never bought it.
The Logitech was a 90% fail for me. Almost always, Home says "No Response - This camera is not responding" - but then it works sometimes - it even recorded one delivery, which I want all the time, but only got once in the few months I've had it. I keep hoping that software upgrades will fix it (based on things I've read online), but I think I'm ready to give up on it. I also have the Logitech Circle View Camera, and it's been perfect. That means there's nothing wrong with my network or hubs.
I heard firmware from this past fall remedied the overheating. Had my eye on it. Keep in mind that this Wemo device may have its own issues once it’s getting everyday use.
I thought this device supported NFC HomeKit pairing?
Usually they have an NFC logo there if that is the case. I did try tapping to pair and it didn't so it, but I could just tapping the wrong spot?
The setup video from Wemo shows NFC pairing, but it is weird they don’t have the symbol.
Ya know, I had an early prototype model that I haven't swapped with the official release. I'm not happy with putting that in the video. I'm going to cut that out here in CZcams to avoid confusion.
There’s no difference between NFC pairing and scanning the code in HomeKit anyway. I won’t worry about it.
250 bucks is a dealbreaker.
apple should have create one division like google nest for their home kit
Why do all the smart doorbells have to look like the Tesla Cybertruck or "space age" I don't want something that stands out, I want something discrete and that matches my house or door.
It's a smart doorbell, so yes it's going to look modern and futuristic. This style typically goes with a lot of different types of homes. I've never seen a smart doorbell that looks bad on a house. Have you tried to find one you like and install it without thinking about trying to get the same aesthetic as your house?
Like I kind of say at the beginning of the video, only so much you can do with a camera lens and a big button. With doorbells, you *want* something that is visible. Not ugly, but visible and sticks out. The whole idea is prevention of crimes and if someone sees you have a video doorbell, they are less likely to continue approaching your house. It also makes it easier for guests to know what button to press to ring the doorbell.
@@AppleInsider I get it, but does every manufacturer have to make them black and silver? How about some faceplates?
if it will suport mater then is a buy but most people have multiple devices ..cause apple is behind when it come to automatizations ..
1:33 Right off the bat…it looks cheap (spray painted) and clunky. Like a brick cell phone. On looks alone…obnoxious. And it’s not the backplate causing it. It really IS thicker. You’re ignoring the protrusion of the lens itself. On top of an already swollen top portion… it’s thicker. Period. About half an inch so.
LOL are you choosing car base on the color or performance? ....I can tell 🤣
@@optivitanutrition Shut Up, Nutrivita.
Pretty an expEnsive field of view, eh?
No, they did not because wiring is required. Not everyone lives somewhere where wiring is possible or even allowed. I wish these companies would think about stuff like that. All I want is a HomeKit compatible doorbell that wiring is not required. Jesus.
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I don’t know about you guys, but I like my video doorbells how like I like my women; thick…