The SwitchBot Universal Remote with MATTER (sort of) - a Leap Forward or a Step back?

The Switchbot Universal Remote is a bit of an oddity, in that in a smart home world, where we’re looking to have as much as possible just work without us having to do anything, this has entered that very world. Is it a step back, or does it really offer genuine use cases. I think it does to an extent, although there are reasons why I think it could be better. Watch to find out more. To can also rwad our full review here - https://homekitnews.com/2024/07/20/sw... **NEW** SwitchBot has just pushed a firmware update that allows the Universal Remote to work with Apple TV, as well as Amazon's own line of Fire TV streaming devices. You can purchase the Switchbot Universal Remote from Amazon.com today using the affiliate link below. It won’t cost you any more, but will help me to continue reviewing products and sharing my thoughts with you, as they come along. 👉 🇺🇸 Amazon US - https://amzn.to/3zgHlKP Check out our website for all the latest HomeKit related News, Reviews, Listings, Tutorials and more - https://homekitnews.com You can also Follow us on the following social media platforms; Facebook:   / homekitnews   Instagram:   / homekitnews   Mastodon: https://mastodon.social/@homekitnews Reddit:   / homekit-news   Twitter:   / infohomekitnews   Timestamps: 0:00 intro 0:11 Introduction 0:53 What's in the box? 1:42 A closer look 2:28 Initial setup 3:39 Quick tests (curtain & blind) 4:42 Settings & options 5:22 No more lost remote 5:38 The display & more 6:14 Pros vs Cons 7:53 Outro #applehome #smarthome #homeautomation #homekit #matter #switchbot