The Smart Home "Brain" I've Been Waiting For? (SwitchBot Hub 3)

The Smart Home "Brain" I've Been Waiting For? (SwitchBot Hub 3) SwitchBot Hub 3 is the new "brain" for a user's smart home, offering a significant upgrade from previous models. The device serves as a central hub, connecting and managing various smart home devices. It features a new flat, compact design with a status screen and customizable capacitive buttons. It also has a multi-function dial, voice control via a microphone, and two USB-C ports. The Hub 3's key improvements include wider compatibility with other brands' devices through Matter support, in addition to Bluetooth and infrared. This has allowed the user to integrate previously incompatible devices directly into the Apple Home app. The device can also function as a notification and alarm center, a basic weather station with built-in temperature and humidity sensors, and a remote control duplicator for appliances like TVs and fans. The user can also automate routines based on temperature or time of day. Overall, the user finds the Hub 3 to be a great improvement, aesthetically pleasing and with added functionality, particularly the Matter integration which has unlocked the true potential of many of their connected devices.