Hi Steve, these work really well but I still think these kind of sensors are a bit expensive. With the release of iOS 11.3, less expensive solutions may be coming our way. Thanks for always tuning in!
Yes! You can set notifications in the Home app when choosing the sensor and going into "Details." I have notifications set only for when no one is home.
I understand that replacing the CR battery in one of those Koogeek sensors is a royal pain, that you nearly have to destroy the casing just to open it up. Can you please confirm, perhaps even showing a video of the best way to open up the case? Thanks in advance...enjoying your videos!
Yes, these are a bit difficult to open. Koogeek actually has a video showing the best way to open the case but it hasn’t been as easy as the video depicts in my experience.
Funny Because I had the same thing with AliExpress. So I contacted them about it and they gave me a special AliExpress link where the door sensor was the promotion price without shipping costs. So I bought it but it has not arrived yet.
Rey G I contacted the seller. They first gave me a AliExpress link where there was no shipping cost. But the item had the non promotion pricetag on it. Then I contacted them again and they told me to order it but not yet to pay for it. Afterwards I had to gave the order number to them so they could change the price for me. After that I payed the right promotion price without shipping costs. The item is despatched over seas at the moment. I hope it helps and if you need anything more from me let me know.
Great vid, as usual! I ordered one off eBay, hopefully it's legit haha, coming in 2 weeks. I see that it uses Bluetooth 5.0, right? Can't wait for more HomeKit devices to take advantage of that. Have you had a chance to check out the koogeek lightstrip? It's affordable and HomeKit, but looks like they removed it from amazon for some reason.
Yes, Bluetooth 5.0. Not familiar with the Koogeek lightstrip, will need to see if I can track one down as I’d like to add one behind my TV. Thanks for watching!
Great video Rey! I sub’d. I also did a review on the Koogeek DW1 over on my channel. Did you have any issues getting this DW1 open to get at the battery?
Hi Chris, thanks for stopping by. I didn't try to open the DW1, I figured I'd cross that bridge when the battery died. I ordered a couple more and I'll check how difficult it is for to pry that sucker open.
I thanks for all the useful info. However, i have a question, does it send a notification alert even if i am away from home that someone opened the door? Thanks
Hi again. I've recently launched a HomeKit website and aside from putting in details of all (or most) of the available HomeKit stuff that's available, I also write reviews of the stuff I actually own, which isn't that much to be honest! Anyway, one section is TH-cam videos, and a friend of mine who does videos similar to yours (Chris Young - Homekitgeek.com) has graciously allowed me to link his videos on my site. Obviously any views via my site will be added to his views, so it's good for him, and hopefully more subscriptions to his channel will follow on from that. I wanted to see if you'd allow me to do the same? Basically at the moment the menu bar has 'Chris Young - TH-cam' but if added your videos, it would simply be TH-cam, and from there would be two listings, one for you and one for himself. If you're not interested, that's not a problem. I just want to try something where all the smaller enthusiasts can start to come together to make something a bit more noticeable (in the long run). I'm not making any money from this site as it stands (it has only cost me money at this point), and if I do in the future, then I'd look at a way to spread any income fairly, but tbh, I think that's a way off at the moment. Let me know either way and if you'd like to see my site as it stands, go to homekitnews.com
I have bought 12 sensors from koogeek via TOMTOP. Two weeks after 5 sensors have failed due to a firmware error. It took me 3 weeks of emails and reminders to have an answer from them. The TOMTOP refuses to refund me : they offered only 25 euro vs. an order of 120 euro, and if I want to ship the product back (at my cost, 50 euro shipment to China) it needs to be in the original packaging , which I don't have. Bad experience, I will never buy again from tomtop and never again a koogeek product!
I haven’t had any of these sensors fail on me since I got them, though I only have four. I’m waiting for the Aqara release to compare the sensors before investing in more. All the Koogeek stuff I’ve purchased so far have worked fine without any problems, but perhaps I’ve been lucky. Have you tried contacting support@koogeek.com? Thanks for the word of warning, and sharing your experience.
Can this be used with alexa and can this automate for example led strips?
I have Alexa Show is it compatible with it?
Thanks for sharing Rey ! I'll get some when they're available in the US
They're the most affordable solution for HomeKit users now but cheaper solutions may be on the horizon.
Another great product Rey, thanks for sharing. I want these devices but will take your advice and see if they appear on Amazon.
Hi Steve, these work really well but I still think these kind of sensors are a bit expensive. With the release of iOS 11.3, less expensive solutions may be coming our way. Thanks for always tuning in!
Rey G . Hello Rey, the sensors are now on Amazon in my region and I’ve just ordered. Thanks again.
What an awesome contact sensor! Did you see their CES 2019 announcements?
Man you always have some cool gadgets 😃
Ha! Thanks for dropping by and supporting! I see you are closing in on that 1K subscribers! 👍
Rey G you’re welcome yes but is so hard and lots of networking
What has you experience been with batter life?
Any HomeKit sirens?
None that I am aware of at this moment. If I come across any, I'll look into reviewing one. Thanks for watching!
Rey G thanks. Awaiting you next video to see how you set up the automations.
Works with WiFi or Bluetooth?
I believe this is Bluetooth 5.0. There is a better solution coming to market that I’ll cover in an upcoming video. Thanks for watching!
Is there a way for to set it up where you get alerts when it changes status (from open to close or close to open)?
Yes, alerts can be set in the Home app.
The most important question for me: Does the alert work if you are NOT at home?? I find it pretty useless if I'm home...
Yep, it's how I have it set up and you can set that up in HomeKit to only send alerts when no one is home.
I have some Koogeek accessories. This Sensor show notifications when a door or windows change the status?
Yes! You can set notifications in the Home app when choosing the sensor and going into "Details." I have notifications set only for when no one is home.
When is the home automation video coming?
Got a couple other things in the works before returning to the automation for this sensor, plus got a couple more on order. Thanks for watching!
I understand that replacing the CR battery in one of those Koogeek sensors is a royal pain, that you nearly have to destroy the casing just to open it up. Can you please confirm, perhaps even showing a video of the best way to open up the case? Thanks in advance...enjoying your videos!
Yes, these are a bit difficult to open. Koogeek actually has a video showing the best way to open the case but it hasn’t been as easy as the video depicts in my experience.
Funny Because I had the same thing with AliExpress. So I contacted them about it and they gave me a special AliExpress link where the door sensor was the promotion price without shipping costs. So I bought it but it has not arrived yet.
Hi John, did you contact the seller or AliExpress themselves? I might try and contact them myself. Thanks for informing me of your experience!
Rey G I contacted the seller. They first gave me a AliExpress link where there was no shipping cost. But the item had the non promotion pricetag on it. Then I contacted them again and they told me to order it but not yet to pay for it. Afterwards I had to gave the order number to them so they could change the price for me. After that I payed the right promotion price without shipping costs.
The item is despatched over seas at the moment.
I hope it helps and if you need anything more from me let me know.
Noticed you used Walter Whites address, nice touch
Good eye! Welcome fellow BrBa fan, and thanks for watching!
Great vid, as usual! I ordered one off eBay, hopefully it's legit haha, coming in 2 weeks. I see that it uses Bluetooth 5.0, right? Can't wait for more HomeKit devices to take advantage of that. Have you had a chance to check out the koogeek lightstrip? It's affordable and HomeKit, but looks like they removed it from amazon for some reason.
Yes, Bluetooth 5.0. Not familiar with the Koogeek lightstrip, will need to see if I can track one down as I’d like to add one behind my TV. Thanks for watching!
Great video Rey! I sub’d. I also did a review on the Koogeek DW1 over on my channel. Did you have any issues getting this DW1 open to get at the battery?
Hi Chris, thanks for stopping by. I didn't try to open the DW1, I figured I'd cross that bridge when the battery died. I ordered a couple more and I'll check how difficult it is for to pry that sucker open.
I thanks for all the useful info. However, i have a question, does it send a notification alert even if i am away from home that someone opened the door? Thanks
Thank you.
You’re Welcome 😊
I've shared the video on my website, if that's ok.
Sure, I welcome a wider audience 👍
Hi again. I've recently launched a HomeKit website and aside from putting in details of all (or most) of the available HomeKit stuff that's available, I also write reviews of the stuff I actually own, which isn't that much to be honest! Anyway, one section is TH-cam videos, and a friend of mine who does videos similar to yours (Chris Young - Homekitgeek.com) has graciously allowed me to link his videos on my site. Obviously any views via my site will be added to his views, so it's good for him, and hopefully more subscriptions to his channel will follow on from that. I wanted to see if you'd allow me to do the same? Basically at the moment the menu bar has 'Chris Young - TH-cam' but if added your videos, it would simply be TH-cam, and from there would be two listings, one for you and one for himself. If you're not interested, that's not a problem. I just want to try something where all the smaller enthusiasts can start to come together to make something a bit more noticeable (in the long run). I'm not making any money from this site as it stands (it has only cost me money at this point), and if I do in the future, then I'd look at a way to spread any income fairly, but tbh, I think that's a way off at the moment. Let me know either way and if you'd like to see my site as it stands, go to homekitnews.com
Sure, you can link to my videos on your site, any extra views are welcome!
That's great. I'll do that and ensure you are credited on the posts.
I have bought 12 sensors from koogeek via TOMTOP. Two weeks after 5 sensors have failed due to a firmware error. It took me 3 weeks of emails and reminders to have an answer from them. The TOMTOP refuses to refund me : they offered only 25 euro vs. an order of 120 euro, and if I want to ship the product back (at my cost, 50 euro shipment to China) it needs to be in the original packaging , which I don't have. Bad experience, I will never buy again from tomtop and never again a koogeek product!
I haven’t had any of these sensors fail on me since I got them, though I only have four. I’m waiting for the Aqara release to compare the sensors before investing in more. All the Koogeek stuff I’ve purchased so far have worked fine without any problems, but perhaps I’ve been lucky. Have you tried contacting support@koogeek.com? Thanks for the word of warning, and sharing your experience.
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