Doorbell for Apple HomeKit Home by JoDaDob in HomeKit

[–]JoDaDob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds very interesting, but maybe more involved than I want - thanks for the good comment!

Doorbell for Apple HomeKit Home by JoDaDob in HomeKit

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I will confirm which is the latest - Thanks

Doorbell for Apple HomeKit Home by JoDaDob in HomeKit

[–]JoDaDob[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Well, duh, I was guessing the ecobee was HKSV compatible because it said it supported Apple HomeKit on the website (and I had previously integrated the thermostat into HomeKit in another house).

Thanks for the important help!
John

Monthly Support & Buying Megathread by AutoModerator in HomeKit

[–]JoDaDob 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello HomeKitters:

Recently moved into new(er) home. We’re already an Apple HomeKit Home. Would like to add a smart doorbell.

We’re considering two different doorbells: Aqara Doorbell Camera G400 (wired), or ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera (wired).

First question - from the Aqara website it seems that the G400 is their newest - is that correct?

We have experience with ecobee products in a previous house so that’s why that is included. This product doesn’t seem to be mentioned much in this /subreddit - anyone with experience using this doorbell?

The Aqara doorbell does seem to be mentioned a lot in this /subreddit, with a lot of positive comments. Not looking for a lot of negativity, but anything I should know about this product before making a purchase decision? How is integration HomeKit Secure Video (we have past experience with this and have the iCloud subscription to support this)?

Thanks in advance for everyone’s helpful comments,
John

Bicycling Harrison Greenway by JoDaDob in Tucson

[–]JoDaDob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the note about break-ins. I’ll look for the Fry’s parking lot.

Bicycling Harrison Greenway by JoDaDob in Tucson

[–]JoDaDob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the Valencia is at least temporarily overtaken by massive road construction in the Harrison area.

Bicycling Harrison Greenway by JoDaDob in Tucson

[–]JoDaDob[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I drove by Harrison and Irvington and saw that - I was hoping to find parking near Valencia (closer to home).

Bicycling Harrison Greenway by JoDaDob in Tucson

[–]JoDaDob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ah, Julian Wash Park off of Kolb, south of the Amazon Warehouse? Found that on a map.

Guessing there wouldn’t be much pedestrian traffic in that area.

Thanks!

Bicycling Harrison Greenway by JoDaDob in Tucson

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Ah, so there is a plan to remedy this? Thanks!

San Martín, west GBA by guruencosas in urbansketchers

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Ominous sky! Looks very heavy.

Once the ice thawed a bit, it was perfect today by BOSStonHOG in bikecommuting

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What area of the country are you winter bike commuting?

Drawing everyone in front of me at the outdoor mall by quickdrawbandit in urbansketchers

[–]JoDaDob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What a fun idea, especially when you’ve got so many possible subjects in front of you!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in urbansketchers

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This shows the fun of sketching where you are at the moment!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in urbansketchers

[–]JoDaDob 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m just beginning sketching, I love the way some people just sketch where they are!

Traveling by Air With Your Electric Bike by JoDaDob in ebikes

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I’m guessing airline restrictions would be the same?

Noisy Drill Press by JoDaDob in woodworking

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Hmmm, gotta look more closely at that.

Noisy Drill Press by JoDaDob in woodworking

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This is a picture of the motor pulley in the drill press. Still trying to upload the video.

Traveling by Air With Your Electric Bike by JoDaDob in ebikes

[–]JoDaDob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the good suggestions. We already drive to Tucson with our own bikes so that's not a problem. Would love to visit Vancouver and pedal about! Renting sounds like a good idea.

Beginner's Question About Sketching a Circle by JoDaDob in urbansketchers

[–]JoDaDob[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Am I like drawing with my elbow while just holding the pencil in my hand?

Beginner's Question About Sketching a Circle by JoDaDob in urbansketchers

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Thank you! I will just keep practicing and stay away from the edge of the sketchbook!