HOW TO BUILD A SMART MIRROR

[@Grensom]

NEW! ALEXA integrated Smart Mirror: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ql7KhJ2af71ofrs

[@reidbenner4536]

Wow, not sure if you will see this but I'm pretty sure I met you when you showed off this project at Sait. I was apart of one of the younger junior high groups that came by to see the projects you guys made. P.S. I was the one trying to find you're search history

[@Cr4z33_YT]

Very helpfull videos (both)! 👍 I want to realize a Google Home enabled smart mirror for the bathroom, but I ALSO would like to put a face detection sensor (not just a movement sensor) so that when someone stands in front of the mirror for i.e. more than 5 seconds everything turns on. Are you aware of anything available like that for the Raspberry? 🤔

[@mtlindsey21]

Grensom c

[@POLLITOU2B]

Hey man, great video, do you have it with Google integrated? And how Mucha all this project will cost?

[@watertcup4541]

do this but with a tv , hidden tv/mirror?

[@ryanrittenhouse6063]

Every kid, teenager and adult should have access to a work shop to bring imagination to life. Nicely done.

[@sidaliirki]

Yep ...... To discover what they capable to make and to invent

[@wikidesign1112]

to lose a finger or two.

[@1989-u3r]

wiki Design no pain no gain!!

[@AvocadoAtrocity]

Your dad is a really nice guy for helping and teaching you how to do this. Be grateful.

[@Grensom]

Yes I am! I have never been the best carpenter, but I am more familiar with Electricity and Technology.

[@AvocadoAtrocity]

:) I've been working on similar projects with my dad and it's an awesome feeling. This is such a cool project. Thanks for posting this!

[@ARTTM143]

Shoutout to Ted!!!

[@jonjohnson102]

Honestly be grateful

[@dreco214]

I'm just now getting into this for a project. I've been watching videos for hours, it's currently 430am where I am. You gave good instructions on this and how to build it as well. Gave me some guidance to combine the smart mirror with the wireless charging coffee table. Thanks man.

[@bvaught9029]

A few suggestions. 1. Cover the charging chip. With something .. anything 2. Tie those cables t ogather and secure them neatly 3. Invest in a Pneumatic stapler 4.Clear coat the frame 5. Secure the frame to the support frame with something more than glue. Just suggestions . This is a total badass idea and I really appreciate you sharing. My suggestions are only to make your creation better not to tell you what to do . Hope that didn't come off that way. THANKS

[@Grensom]

Thanks, I actually do appreciate the feedback (good and bad), I will definitely keep these in mind when making another one, as I plan to do. Things can always be improved

[@estiq]

Mushroom Connoisseur ;0 y so m ean

[@scottm.2745]

@Mushroom Connoisseur Typical YT asshat.

[@currencylab]

Yes those are the ingredients to do the project properly. I was thinking the same thing

[@Isaacmantx]

This is probably the cleanest smart mirror build I have seen yet. Very well done.

[@xtramoist9999]

Nice, mate! I know no one will see it... but your cable management is driving me crazy XD

[@Grensom]

I know sorry about that! I didn't know how much cable I'll need to draw out so I didn't want to tie it down completely incase I need to pull it out a little more when I mount it

[@shunjiexu5159]

me too... nice project! but the cable management.....

[@Loopysoloist]

If you can't see the cables, it's good cable management.

[@butchford757]

I was thinking the same thing. I just wanted to introduce him to zip ties and shorter cable lengths.

[@Abubakar-ju4ix]

Xtra Moist iii

[@joeemenaker]

That's a solid build. Putting retaining clips on the cables passing from the monitor (when you could have just stapled or taped... for something that nobody is going to really see) shows quite attention to detail. It kinda looks like you could see the dimensions of the screen since the glow of the monitor's backlight was bleeding through. I think, for version 2, I might consider either going with an OLED monitor or adjusting the brightness/contrast of the monitor to make it harder to see that there's a screen behind.

[@rahulvantair913]

literally became one of my favorite utubers in 1 video

[@arp2005227]

Cool project, I think a motion sensor would be a good addition with a timer for the screen

[@Grensom]

I was thinking of adding a motion sensor in so that it will turn on and off when sensing motion. Definitely a good suggestion!

[@SeeRedz]

Good point, wouldn’t be much to input.

[@shabaazseewoogoolam7610]

arp2005227 you will need a relay as well to boot up the screen

[@dasbull0101]

That is one of the coolest things I've seen in a while! Good job!

[@barrythornton9947]

A mirror that tells you the weather outside? In my house that`s called a window.

[@Aqua-uq7ix]

Does your windows tell the time or headlines? Can your windows show what current track is getting played on spotify and can you hook your window up with alexa so u can command the rest of your smart house with your voice?

[@YukiKunikida]

@@Aqua-uq7ix He wa joking, smh

[@Aqua-uq7ix]

@@YukiKunikida ha

[@Metatr0n]

Can your window be abused by Amazon to spy on you? Can your window be abused by Russian and Mongolian Bitcoin Farmers? No? Tough luck punk!

[@Aqua-uq7ix]

@@Metatr0n Do you own a smartphone, do you have a pc or a tablet, is your tv hooked up with wifi? Guess what you are getting spyed on too. Tough luck punk!

[@santiagocortez9554]

This channel is underrated

[@veizour]

Simply but very effective and nice looking. Thanks for sharing

[@tomwilliam5118]

It sure is built solid looks like it weighs a lot. Great video

[@ContractorRyan]

Great video! Love the corner supports on the frame... great job.

[@tomgray7049]

That was awesome. Definitely something I like to do next summer

[@TheFrenchy82]

Nice project, nicely done !

[@ericliddle7556]

That was awesome! Definitely a source of inspiration. Great work.

[@mtbs9769]

Whenever I go to a shop and ask for two way mirror they mistaken me for a peeping Tom. 😅😅

[@madmayhem2000]

...and now we're going to thumbs up the video.

[@Grensom]

Please tell me how I can improve this project!

[@custybox1569]

Grensom by adding a Chromecast

[@muimoridin9845]

Looks good, could you put the extension lead inside the back so you only have 1 cable coming out

[@Lokdei]

Voice command would be pretty awesome

[@hickery848]

please include emily poole's appearance!

[@Mister_NO.]

Grensom By implementing a proper cable management.

[@electronic7979]

Excellent project

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, man! Really good!

[@brianmorgan4627]

That was really cool ! You got some skills there buddy

[@harlenlopez8917]

Awesome idea and execution! Gonna try this out

[@UltimateTechHub]

I would have done a little thinner frame to make it look less bulky. And for me I would have put the monitor at the bottom right or bottom left but that's just a personal preference. Good job!

[@MegaTapdog]

Thanks a lot buddy, I’m building one for my daughter for Christmas and this is very helpful. Good on you for sharing.

[@Grensom]

Thank you, this should be a great Christmas present for her! I am thinking of making more for family as well

[@badrinair]

Nice work man!

[@aliabdulsamea260]

This idea was one of my class projects in 2012:)

[@enriquefausto5436]

Cool project, it sure has a lot lf space for more features

[@robbiehenry6156]

Nice job on the project.keep up the great work

[@pobman2011]

Good how to and points for using a rpi. I would add a mic and small speaker then setup voice recognition and speech, you could take it even further with a pi camera and facial recognition software.

[@AsthMattic]

Great build man! I am planning to make one of these someday and I will most likely use your build as my example - the internal structure is very well done. Keep it up!

[@EDBaker]

Great tip I just moved so it's something I can try in my new home

[@nickpoole8291]

This is freaking nuts ! Good work ma man

[@Jatinder_Singh_Jerry]

Very Good & Nice Creation Buddy.👍

[@kjamison5951]

Nice project. Nicely executed. Great result!

[@TDPlayz]

To be honest, this is one of the simplest tutorials I’ve seen 😀

[@njohnson28]

Nice i really enjoyed watching this

[@kwizerainnocent4063]

nice stuff man, i like the idea

[@urbannpa]

This is the third video I've watched and no one has mentioned the type of mirrored glass!

[@YagwitOG]

Should be a two way mirror

[@IanBradleytheinventor]

Great work! I tilt my light bulb to you.

[@citolucas]

Really awesome, nice project! This could go comercial

[@eomax8835]

Nice project , thanks for sharing

[@mikea5319]

Thanks for this video! Quick question, in the Alexa Smart mirror build, I see you used a more expensive mirror/glass for $150. Can we use the cheaper Acrylic glass from this build for the Alexa smart mirror? What is the difference exactly? How come you went with the more expensive glass for the Alexa build? Also, do I have to purchase the same exact monitor you used or can I use one (HDMI) monitor I have laying around? Thank you again!

[@TheTinkerDad]

Ok, this made me to subscribe. Fantastic!

[@antwon012684]

can you provide a link to the two-way mirror you used?

[@hollyblock3078]

yes please

[@completeTeresa]

What I need is a video on how to make a Canadian magic mirror.

[@theprophet_-__cxvii__-_8693]

Sweet project bro

[@mredwards4318]

Bro, nicely done!

[@lchradiohomeofnewtalent4511]

You are awesome!

[@Rgarcia713]

Pretty cool, I think ima have to try this

[@RussellJohnson29]

Great idea. What kind of mirror did you use? Would you be able to view a full TV behind the mirror?

[@Grensom]

Hi I used an acrylic mirror for this project which is 30% transparent and 70% reflective. You can put a TV behind the whole thing is you want it it will show through. If you paint the back black, then it becomes 100% reflective

[@marcusjohnson4980]

Great job man

[@etnchn]

Man this is dope! Good job! Been thinking of doing the same myself

[@SanulRaskar]

Awesome Smart Mirror!! Well Done👍

[@laxmidevi-wr9tj]

awesome man ..thanks for this video... solved my acute issue..

[@asulliv1954]

How does the time go threw mirror isn't the mirror one way?Nice job,great video with great explanation

[@bcumike]

Ty for the video. I don't get it though, the cost and build time of this would allow for pulling a phone out of your pocket tens of thousands of times, replacing the phone when it got old, and you wouldn't have to be in the bathroom to use it? Very pretty though, and nicely done

[@unspokenbullet4261]

Great job, very cool!!

[@brucema5659]

Nice project.

[@TheGamingIndian]

Can someone tell what this genre of videos is called? i like watching these.

[@Aero1492]

great diy man

[@Grensom]

Glad you enjoyed it, I;m hoping to make it more integrated in the future with Alexa and motion control

[@fisdiego]

Great project!

[@SivaKarthikboddapati]

Loved the idea and your efforts! However, I have a question for you: Won't the humidity in the bathroom effect the functionality of the mirror over the period?

[@Grensom]

Yes, you are right humidity can damage the circuitry if not properly protected against. Now I haven't really shown this yet in any of my video, but to combat this I use what is call conformal coating on the circuitry of the project. You can either spray or brush on this "conformal coating" and this will put a silicone or similar coating on the circuitry to protect it from any dust, moisture or other particles. Basically it creates a water resistant seal.

[@SivaKarthikboddapati]

Awesome! You really thought this through man! Appreciate it, one more subscriber!

[@ramonhernandez3812]

Great job bro. Nice vid

[@iangrice9079]

Omg, brilliant, well done

[@EmmanuelOrtiguela]

You painted the metallic edges of the monitor with the aerosol paint you used to paint the wood cutout black, right?

[@thomabbey7627]

That was so cool!! No is so cool!! Great work!

[@karan.theguy]

Marvelous brother...

[@LegionGamingLifestyle]

Better with the power outlet inside the mirror but awesome work

[@luannjohnson2944]

That's awesome! I really like it.

[@TimYo187]

Nice project!

[@josphilipp6976]

amazing diy on the mirror. i sub because of this video

[@tienhuynhduy5820]

good job bro, could you tell me what kind of glass you put in ?

[@remyholly7176]

Good job on the Smart Mirror. Ive started mine it looked so cool. I didnt see any cut outs for your 2 power cords to come out. Did you just run them out the bottom. Tx

[@cellone8269]

Freaking awesome that was very informative thank you for your videos! 😎

[@mrxenosith8023]

nice job. thanks for sharing.

[@neilwood5081]

Pritty cool vid man. 👍

[@pickles8023]

what mirror did you use? is it a regular one or is it like a double sided one

[@joangelafrankwood2643]

great job man!!

[@toots615]

This is neat. Thanks for sharing.

[@sudhakarp598]

sir, i am very happy to see this project, I am entirely new to this e-world a small doubt that the screen works for only to the part of the monitor or the entire mirror which is greater than the monitor?

[@Praveenmkadam]

Hi, How did the mirror turn into a display? How does the video projection happen on the entire glass? Can any glass be made to display content?

[@Alenvmathew007]

it's a two way mirror. And the display is not on the entire glass. only in the region where monitor is fixed. imgur.com/gallery/3drpz2h

[@macumezahn]

Grensom..would it be possible to use a touchscreen monitor with 1/8 in glass? Have you tried it, or know anyone who has? Thanks much. Love your videos.you will go far, keep inventing!

[@konanuk]

Awesome idea, thank you for sharing

[@tonysansom]

Very impressive!

[@androiduser4162]

thats awesome nice job

[@afelar3818]

Hi at 2:00 do you later paint the edges of the screen with black paint or is it ok for them not being black? Doesn't it affect the reflexation?

[@exceptthedeficit9787]

What was that dubstep or indie beet man it made the video so much better

[@haitrung4083]

Such as very nice build. I have finished all software settings and going to build the wood frame. I have a hard time to find where I can buy the unfinished frame bar like the front bar you used. Would you share where did you buy the front frame bar? Thanks very much ! :)

[@NicoAraujo]

What pi do you recommend I have a 3 and a zero w, also what monitor do you suggest to use???

[@Grensom]

I had some trouble using the Zero W, because that was my first choice due to the size, price and built in WIFI. Because I couldn't get that to work I decided to use the Pi 3. I know the Zero is doable though, but the Pi 3 is what I used and is an easier setup. My other video goes through the complete setup with the Pi 3 as well if you wanted to reference it: kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppTQm5uqZa2krNk

[@adamepb]

Great video and good overall instruction. How would this work with a REAL GLASS mirror? Because to be specific, that was like a transparent 2-way acrylic film. Any ideas?

[@kav4840]

Looks amazing, would this work with a cracked and screen burn in monitor? (Cracks are very minor along the edges)

[@ATProductionzzz]

Did you use Lexan for the piece over the black board?

[@brandonmoronta7337]

Awesome video! Question, where did you buy your mirror? And what was the name of it? Was it a 2 way mirror?

[@foodandfuntraveler5859]

Nice use for the Raspberry Pi. Would this also work just using an RCA voyager tablet?

[@bballantyne3]

Now THIS is freakin awesome

[@lalaishappyyy]

This is so cool!!