![]() ![]() What could be at issue is the WiFi chip inside these older devices, so taking that out of the equation, and replacing it with a Thread chip, the issue shouldn’t exist. Yes, it might be hard to believe for some people, who have justifiably stated that they wouldn’t go near a Wemo device again, based on past experiences, but these seem to all have been based on Wemo devices that use WiFi, not Thread. I’ve been using the Wemo Smart Plug on Thread for a few months now, and I’ll cut to the chase here – it hasn’t let me down once. That’s the theory at least, and as none of my Minis has failed at this point, I can’t say for sure if this actually happens or if the process is seamless. With Thread, assuming you have more than one Thread Border Router (I currently have four, all HomePods Mini) if one of them fails, your Thread devices simply connect to the next available Thread Border Router. if that hub fails, all connected devices go offline. The difference between a Thread Border router and, say, a Zigbee hub, is that Zigbee child devices have to be bound to a specific hub. Thread Border Routers act as de facto hubs for Thread devices. Thread Routers should not be confused with Thread Border Routers, which in HomeKit are currently restricted to an Apple TV (2021 model) or a HomePod Mini. Battery-powered Thread devices can only act as endpoints, and can’t help spread the Thread network’s signal. ![]() it’s plugged into a power outlet and not battery powered), it also acts as a Thread Router, which allows it to act as a Thread signal repeater, essentially. As it’s a permanently powered device (i.e. You can see my Thread network in the app, with the Wemo Smart Plug part of it. As I’ve already gotten an Eve Energy smart plug, I’m covered. There’s one caveat, however, as in order to see this extra level of detail, you do need at least one Eve Thread device. Luckily, the Eve app has a dedicated section that shows all your Thread-enabled devices, along with a few extra details. Whilst NFC pairing didn’t work at the time it was needed, once the device was added, I did try to see if the NFC chip was subsequently picked up by my phone within the Home app, and oddly enough it worked, although as you can see in the fourth screenshot, by that time it was already added, and as such the app told me the same.Įven though the Wemo plug uses Thread, unless you have an app capable of giving you a bit more information on that aspect, it’s not easy to tell if it’s using Thread or Bluetooth. As Thread devices don’t directly connect to a WiFi network, it doesn’t matter which network my iPhone is connected to. One of the benefits of adding a Thread device, at least in my case, is that if it’s a 2,4GHz WiFi device I’m adding, I have to connect to the 2.4GHz network in order to pass those 2.4GHz WiFi details over to the device in question. My WiFi network is split into 2.4GHz and 5GHz networks, and I usually have my iPhone connected to the 5GHz network for speed. Still, with the code, it was easy enough to add. I’ve actually heard others with the same issue, notably Eric Welander. Even though the plug has NFC built-in, when adding it, I simply couldn’t get NFC to show up, so I eventually added it by scanning the code. This roundup explains the key things to look out for and how to pick the one that’s best for you.As the new Wemo devices are exclusive to HomeKit and also don’t work with any Wemo app, you can add them directly to the Home app, or any third-party HomeKit app. ![]() Setup is as straightforward as popping one in a socket, pairing it with your network, and then using it to switch on and off any appliance attached to it. They might look like an ordinary adaptor or extension lead, but they can do so much more, connecting to your wifi and letting you manage your gadgets from an app on your phone. If you're not home, have lamps go on and off to make it look like you are or you can double-check you definitely switched off your hair straighteners – we've all been there.Īlong with smart bulbs and video doorbells, these devices are among the simplest and most affordable ways to make your home more connected, enabling you to control your appliances remotely and set them to a schedule from your phone. Need a cuppa right away? You can get the kettle boiling before you reach the front door. When you think of the possibilities, it's easy to see how turning plugs on and off could be useful. The best smart plugs are a quick way to make your home more intelligent, turning any simple appliance into one that connects to your wifi. ![]()
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