I don't quite understand the negative reviews -- and it almost stopped me from purchasing this remarkable hub.
Let me start by saying that I have been actively upgrading everything in my home to be completely automated. It started with multiple Alexa and Google devices to Hue lighting and automated garage door openers.
The next thing I wanted to do was put sensors on all my doors to announce when they were open and closed.
It was suggested to me to buy this Smartthings hub along with their individual sensors.
The hub arrived yesterday. I immediately unpacked it and plugged it in. I then went to my iPhone and downloaded the Smartthings app. From within the app, I added a device and was directed to the hub which I paired by scanning the QR code on the back of my device with my camera. The hub connected to my home WiFi network, new updates were downloaded and installed and I was ready to go.
Really, I was paired and ready to roll in less than 15 minutes. Completely effortless.
My first project was to put a sensor on my front door and have Alexa announce when it opens and closes. I chose to do this with Alexa due to its ease of adding routines. Doing this with Google would have been far more of a hassle (as of the writing of this review) since I would have had to go through the IFFT app and probably add additional software such as BigTalker2.
So, all I had to do, after pairing the Samsung MultiPurpose sensor, was to go into Alexa, add routine, add device (Samsung door sensor) and then create two separate routines that announce when the door is open and then closed.
I cannot begin to express my joy when I was easily able to create this routine with Alexa and to actually see it work.
This hub is absolutely remarkable. Now that I have it, I plan to go crazy adding more sensors all over my home.
For those who claim this product does not work, I have to totally disagree. Setting up the hub was effortless. Pairing their sensors were immediate. Everything has been working perfectly, as expected. Best of all, once you get this hub set up, the possibilities are endless when it comes to what you can pair with it to work with Alexa or Google.
You may say that this is the "brain" of your automated home. It all begins with this product.
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
|---|---|
| Compatible Devices | Smart Devices |
| Power Source | Battery Powered |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Ethernet |
| Controller Type | SmartThings, Google Assistant |
| Mounting Type | Wall Mount |
| Video Capture Resolution | 720p |
| Color | White |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Included Components | Hub^Power Adapter^QSG^HSG^LAN cable |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |
| Material | Plastic |
| Wattage | 3 watts |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 5 x 5 x 1.2 inches |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Item Weight | 0.5 Pounds |
| Low light technology | Night Color |
| Alert Type | Motion Only |
| Room Type | Office, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom, Nursery |
| Video Capture Format | MPEG-4 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| International Protection Rating | IP54 |
| Control Method | Voice |
| Manufacturer | Samsung HI |
| Part Number | GP-U999SJVLGDA |
| Item Weight | 8 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 5 x 1.2 inches |
| Item model number | GP-U999SJVLGDA |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | 1 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Style | Hub |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Motion Sensor |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Warranty Description | 1 Year Limited |
