My Smart Home vs My Kids: I FINALLY won!

I think I've finally took it too far with home automation...
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My other video showing how I set up these automations: • 5 Home Assistant thing...
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0:00 Intro
0:29 How it works
0:57 The Light Game
2:16 Veg Mode
3:20 Jungle!
4:09 Stealth Mode
4:40 Ninja Game
5:59 Indoor Workout
6:59 Hide and Seek
7:48 Disclaimer
8:03 "I tried!"
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MUSIC
Rinse Repeat by DivKid
The End by EVA
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[@SmartHomeSolver]

My other video has more info on the automations: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b4q1lH1voayZpKs This video was a LOT of fun and my kids are still loving the games!

[@topperdude2007]

Hehe - loved the outro! 😅

[@Marinade69]

Awesome stuff

[@wernerhp]

Where can we find the yaml configs for your HA automations?

[@EnifOfficial]

Lol the toilet is flooding but the games are too awesome

[@mettesrensen2175]

it sound like fun if i had a dad i woude ask him to do the same :) but mt dad left to get milk and nerver came back know im with my llile bro and my mom its fun

[@jack5mikemotown]

this is honestly amazing. it's clear you care a lot about your kids and the amount of time you probably spent thinking of and setting all these up so your kids are entertained while youre busy is both impressive and admirable

[@ericcaldwell3584]

I second this!

[@lifeai1889]

At least he solve it once and for all

[@INeedSleep54]

You should make an automation that will let your kids leave a message. This would show up as a mail icon on your stream deck that you could press and listen to the messages when you had free time. This would also help if your kids forget what they want to tell you.

[@jibjib3392]

Agreed

[@mrnecrotic]

I up this comment

[@Noah.Channel787]

That's Smart!

[@Montgomerygolfgator]

I was thinking a video doorbell. You can get apartment kits for many that allow them to be installed temporarily, then program the button. A press just sends a flag to the streamdeck, a press and hold begins recording. If they press the button and it sends the flag, then you know they need attention. Press and hold let's them "share secrets" or tell you something they think you need to know.

[@vbenkovskyy]

No kids - no problem😂

[@Mike-zf7lo]

His kids are playing 4D chess watching this video so they can circumvent his automations.

[@GarnetTheif]

69th like lol

[@Solariscatto]

As far as i can tell (only like 75% through the video) the only real method used is distraction

[@youngkig2922]

Bro what

[@mcaguy.mp4]

@@GarnetTheif fellow #riggyraise guy

[@GarnetTheif]

@@mcaguy.mp4 yup #raiseriggy

[@Xiantez]

The only flaw in this logic is that it would backfire. If you give them treats for knocking on your door. They will be knocking on your door all day, just so they can play the games and get the treats lol

[@California_Spotter]

There is a m&m limiter, it will give less until it runs out of m&ms and then he fills it the next day.

[@jenniferloretdemola]

Haha you must have a cat, you know this game

[@technithusiast]

These automations are absurd and ridiculous and I loved every last one of them!! And they kept getting progressively more interesting too!!! This is such a creative use of tech where you home is able to interact with your kids in a meaningful way. Im curious though , how does your wife feel about it? Mines would think it’s ridiculous but then use it consistently 😂

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I appreciate it! She likes them because when our 4 year old is busy finding the pink light or playing in "the jungle" and not bugging my wife every two seconds... she is happy.

[@jfish032]

🥰 I approve of all this. Great work yo! As a smart home enthusiast and aspiring father, I salute you!

[@user-bo4cl6yi1m]

like it

[@Neptunesalad12]

​@@SmartHomeSolverwife approval factor is through the roof

[@bI00n]

@@SmartHomeSolveryou need a mail one where they can leave a message to prevent issues like a toilet flood.

[@Stryka191]

This is the best thing I've seen yet with automations! Your creativity, imagination and ability to work around the technology to make the magic happen is phenomenal. Everyone's too busy trying to make life better, you're out here making life fun

[@jfish032]

Well said!

[@wikalaxy]

Considering how amazing all of these automations are, the kids will probably want to bang on the door for more games!

[@Talks2Ducks]

Mom, Dad, why does my favorite song keep coming from your room at night?

[@Paladorys]

😂😂😂

[@Noah.Channel787]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@Boymanbiy]

It took my like 5 minutes to realise what this comment meant

[@Me87main]

Neat idea, but this might teach your kids that "if I knock on the door, I'll get to play a game!"

[@connorjrt]

These automations are amazing, and with each one you managed to blow my expectations away. It's crazy to see people create such complex and amazing automations, when I wouldn't have thought half of this was even possible. Keep it up.

[@adamjj85]

You are a GENIUS! These are all amazing! How old are your kids? Curious when you think these will start to be effective?

[@SmartHomeSolver]

It's mainly used by our 4 year old. Her older sister is at school during the day but still likes playing the games.

[@SameerBedwal]

The post video scene was toooo cute!!❤️ Love the games as well

[@jhasereifeis]

I just wanted to say, I don’t know how I found your channel but you’re just such a wholesome guy and I love that you include your family in your videos. It makes everything feel a lot more at home. Great content, please keep them coming as I not only find your videos helpful but very entertaining as well.

[@PiyushNikam]

Try making the "Red light, Green Light" game from the Squid Game series, using motion sensors

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Good idea! The Aqara FP2 in that room would actually be perfect for that.

[@jamesmonahan7872]

Another great video demonstrating the possibilities of what you can do with the tech in our homes. As my kids our grown, will pass down some of these to them for their children. Very entertaining

[@stigs1073]

This is the coolest automations I've seen in a long time 😂😂 Keep up the the creativity and keep sharing 👌🏻😃

[@Bigglare]

oh man what an awesome use for the pet feeder!

[@Awesome_MN]

I'd love to see a detailed guide on how you setup your roborock with home assistant!

[@vespineyt]

Same

[@user-po5cx3vj1s]

Wow, home automation into another level. Well done, sir!. Youre basically a full time software engineer at this point! Amazing automations!.

[@rleon8183]

You are awesome man! I need to do some home automations, but first I need to watch more of your stuff!

[@LilyPadGame]

Youre basically a full time software engineer at this point! Amazing automations!

[@GhostOfAnubis09]

getting the robot vacuum to play hide and seek is just genius, love that idea!

[@ericcaldwell3584]

I wasn't expecting the robot vacuum thing! That's pretty cool!!! What does it do if it finds her that way? Is there a mint recognition for that and then game over?

[@jangAckman]

Wow, home automation into another level. Well done, sir!

[@MarcDANIELLAMAZIERE]

Just awesome. I wish I had this type of creativity

[@MrGuitarDad]

Amazing. Great stuff. Clever and fun! Your a good dad

[@MarcelElsaesser-uj1re]

Hi Reid, I watch your videos regularly because of the nuanced content and the high quality. But this is just in a league of its own! Honestly floored by your ingenuity! All the best from Germany.

[@jay271190]

Incredible stuff! I’ve been thinking about making that ninja game for a little while now with my kids, but the pet feeder treat at the end is beyond genius!

[@khayfer]

I loved this video! I don't think anyone working at home with small children would bash you for these fun automations

[@manicmods]

My new channel dabbles in automation, and you've been recommended ever since. Amazing ideas and productions man!!!

[@freeluvbreedlove]

These are the BEST! Definitely going to make these

[@Nigel_Tufnel_11]

As an Aussie, it's great to see Bluey was one of the favourite shows to put on!

[@Tkdriverx]

Almost feels like each game in his smart home is its own episode on Bluey.

[@DennisWarner]

Bro this is the best automation video EVER!!!! How creative!!!! Thanks for sharing

[@scpowered]

With the kiddos getting out of school soon for the summer, these are some great ideas!

[@build.make.create.8154]

These automations are great. I think that it's a really creative use and a lot more interesting then a lot of obvious routines. Plus it gets kids interested in technology and creativity.

[@RichoG85]

Dude, you're a cool parent. Not just any dad, but a cool dad!!

[@robgillim]

the pressure sensor under the bed goes off when the parents are getting busy... LOL

[@TiagoRamosVideos]

THIS IS AWESOME! 😱👌 Congratulations! 👏 Now I want this for my daughters too 🤣

[@MSFSFlights2024]

My guy took kids games to another level

[@clintschroeder9941]

This is absolutely absurd and ridiculous. I LOVE IT!!!!

[@scottdenton3023]

You my friend are a smart home routine genius! I need to level up my skills to get even some real basic routines going (it would help to have more devices as well).

[@abenezerephrem8905]

The indoor trampoline automation meant for kids activates on Valentine's Day 🤣

[@richchapman5011]

Now you’ve trialed it on the kids can we see a video of how to get it to work on the wife for some peace time. Tbh I think the automations are genius and well thought out.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Not a bad idea! Could backfire quickly but it might be worth trying 🤣

[@nautaki]

Great fun video, always nice to do something with the kids, especially when they are cheerful!

[@TanyaTsukrova]

This is insane, I love the ninja game and hide and seek. I have been watching this channel for a while and I think this is the most creative episode, 10/10 automations

[@StudioHawaii]

These automations are very creative Good job!

[@KrastyoKrastev]

Those are some awesome and funny ideas :) love the video

[@alger_real]

Man you're a great parent. Instead of telling your kids to stop and then they will be bored, you give them fun games and other automated epic stuff!

[@alainleblanc1534]

You are a genius! I wished I had this when my kids were young, this seems to be a lot of fun. Maybe I will setup some games for my grand childrens when I have some!

Love it. Your best Video yet ❤ - my wife will hate how much time I'll spend reengineering these automations 😂

[@d5kenn]

This is awesome. I expect my kids would learn within a day to just bang on the door whenever they come by just to get some TV or a treat :)

[@cwhiii]

These are absolutely fantastic!

[@SilverDaFox]

you are the best parent when it comes to your kids and smart home

[@Disblee]

So here’s how it works: the door is covered in mousetraps and buttons that release a grenade hung by a strung from the ceiling, and when they touch the door, it’ll be their last time

[@lady1kaka]

Haha. The ending skit was hilarious 😂😂😂

[@EnriqueReyes]

I twyed! 😅 So cute, should also have subtitle 😂

[@dumbasstudios]

kid: *knocks* alexa: Yo go to the kitchen for candy kid: *chokes on candy* also kid: *bangs on door* alexa: lets play the light game kid: *dies* alexa: lets play the heaven or hell betting game

[@usa-earth]

Awesome automations Reed! I am curious about the spouse approval factor for them...

[@ronm6585]

Lol. Thanks Reed. Very inventive.

[@piotrjeziorski9929]

Love it! ❤

[@Rasor89]

This is amazing!

[@cynthiacarter9592]

Very cute & ingenious!

[@vINyL3]

amazing automations, love them all :D

[@TalZac]

This will just make the kids want to bang the door to have fun, and that is not so fun for you 😅😅😂😂

[@user-pw4ry1fw8i]

That's very cool, I honestly didn't expect, that this chanal can be better than devices review, but this content is another level! Very impressive

[@nt-authority-system666]

"The toilet has been flooding for five hours!" 😂😂😂😂 had me dying of laughter! Maybe add a computer outside your work room, with a terminal to chat with, that sends all messages to your inbox.

[@donaldhoudek2889]

Question, where did you get the small remote type unit with the buttons that you are pressing in one part of the video? Great Video!!!! Nevermind I just found it in your other video that I some how missed.

[@BlackCrowVr]

Very cool and very fun

[@cluedoenvivo]

Thank you for your awesome video, do you know a way to trigger a stream deck key with a smarthome device action?

[@colewest5538]

"DAD HELP I BROKE MY ARM OUTSIDE AND CANT FIND MOMMY" Alexa: want to play a game? " NO I NEED HELP" Alexa: turn off all the lights before the timer runs out to acheive help

[@bat3332]

love you ninjas . thats a well dedicated hours you spent for your kids awesome

[@lilreshi.]

me: steps on his doormat his house: hello this is jarvis-

[@dhruv.pandey93]

Clever and interesting 👏👏

[@Dishu50]

Great video buddy

[@greatworldoftrains8147]

That is a very great idea and very smart. Great video.

[@Itsmeberisnotable]

Love it! This sparked my inner child.

[@ahmadsaeid]

that is so creative! well played :D

[@user-hc3mt8jd9d]

Youre basically a full time software engineer at this point! Amazing automations!. Youre basically a full time software engineer at this point! Amazing automations!.

[@Demo-boy]

U are a genius 😂❤🎉 I will take it as an inspo for my automation!!!

[@nbercsalo2834]

Hey! Ur house is so cool u are my new inspiration, can u do a tutorial on how did u setup your stream deck? That would be awesome! Thank u.

[@rquwyt]

its so unbelievably cool i want this so much

[@julianelpro5513]

hahaha, You're amazing... The Ninja and Jump Time games are fantastic.

[@AlphaJ10Gaming]

He has more cool features in his house than a James Bond Movie.

[@Hellomrmem]

At first I was expecting some micheal reeves type stuff like him electrifying the door. Now I’m highly dissapointed

[@iGageit]

I love this! Thanks for a the great ideas! Your videos are the best! ❤

[@PontusWelin]

These are so cool! Love ‘em!

[@yokeprg]

holy smokes that it absolutely amazing!!!

[@nosolutionx33]

Instructions unclear, my kids are now knocking every 5 minutes to trigger automations

[@blackknightpro6618]

Bruh you are the megamind of smart homes

[@vader0ne]

Great Idea

[@Manticore_007]

I see why the ninja game is your daughter's favorite. Ingenious to use a smart home as kids game, I love it. I also love to use the pet feeder as an automated M&M's dispenser, that's just awesome! Kudos for not showing your daughter's face in the videos, protect your kids from the internet! Greetings from The Netherlands.

[@randomshortshq2434]

Oh lord. I expect to see a robot clone of you next 😂. I love technology. Love the endless boundaries that you can push with technology. Its great.

[@discomfortzone]

Old mate can watch corn in peace. Love it.

[@UbeR000]

6:33 just starts playing ymca when you take a nap after forgetting to turn it off

[@Theskibidigummybear]

I love this guys house. I wish every house was like this 😂

[@dougtoombs9195]

What is that button pad you are using in the video? Maybe you mentioned it in another video, but I've never seen that before.

[@JadenFox]

This is ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT!!!!

[@brandonhorn6218]

Hey quick question, what is the best way to trigger alexa routines with home assistant?

[@epikoof]

i would personally knock on your door to activate these things,, these are so cool