Author Topic: FishBit Beta Unit (Read 3699 times)

bbtm64 · « **on:** December 16, 2015, 22:31:18 »

Well, it's official. The unit I'm supposed to test is on its way. I'll be picking it apart and posting my honest opinions of it. Hopefully, I'll be able to do a video or two of the setup and such.

If anyone has an iPod Touch they aren't using, I'd be interested in buying it from you. It needs to be at least 4th generation, I believe.

I'll keep you posted.

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Wall_Tank · « **Reply #1 on:** December 17, 2015, 00:31:54 »

Looks interesting.

lazylivin · « **Reply #2 on:** December 17, 2015, 08:11:03 »

Looking fwd to the review.

chevydoc · « **Reply #3 on:** December 17, 2015, 14:03:15 »

Looking forward to this. I missed the beta timeline. Still gave them some $. Seems like it should be a good product.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #4 on:** December 20, 2015, 23:11:25 »

Yay! The monitor should be here tomorrow!

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #5 on:** December 21, 2015, 20:52:27 »

It arrived today. I'll start setting it up in the morning.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #6 on:** December 22, 2015, 09:34:02 »

Well, I ran into a bit of a snag. I got a 4th generation iPod Touch thinking it would work. Come to find out I need a minimum of an iPhone 4s or a 5th generation iPod Touch.
The iOS version won't go high enough on the 4th generation Touch.

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Wall_Tank · « **Reply #7 on:** December 22, 2015, 11:56:21 »

That bites. Do they support tablets?

bbtm64 · « **Reply #8 on:** December 22, 2015, 11:57:48 »

IPads
An Android app will be available for the production version.

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chevydoc · « **Reply #9 on:** December 22, 2015, 11:59:40 »

I have an iphone 5 i can sell if that helps

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #10 on:** December 22, 2015, 12:03:20 »

What do you want for it?

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chevydoc · « **Reply #11 on:** December 22, 2015, 20:47:59 »

Theyre going for $150 on ebay. Id go $125 so i dont have to pay ebay and shipping. Its att if that matters.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #12 on:** December 22, 2015, 20:52:18 »

Quote from: chevydoc on December 22, 2015, 20:47:59

Theyre going for $150 on ebay. Id go $125 so i dont have to pay ebay and shipping. Its att if that matters.

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I'll let you know. Thanks

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #13 on:** December 24, 2015, 02:56:33 »

Well, I got the device issue settled. Now I have to wait for it to show up.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #14 on:** January 08, 2016, 03:51:57 »

Quick update.

The unit I received had some power issues so I was unable to use it. The replacement monitor and controller are on their way and should be here by Monday or Tuesday.

As of right now, they're planning on a February launch.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #15 on:** January 10, 2016, 04:48:19 »

Unit arrived yesterday. Gonna attempt to set it up this morning.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #16 on:** January 11, 2016, 22:54:17 »

After some minor connection issues, I was finally able to get both pieces connected.

Here are some shots of the interface. I need to verify the salinity reading with my refractotometer.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #17 on:** February 06, 2016, 00:02:27 »

Well, here's a review. Sorry it's not more complete. If anyone has any questions, please ask. I'll do my best to answer or get one.

Currently, the monitor tests for pH, salinity and temperature. The controller has six outlets which can be controlled individually, either manually or automatically. Each can be set to come on and off with either of the three parameters the monitor tests or by the time of day.

Set up, for me took a little while to complete because me router didn't want to cooperate. I had to reset it to get either device to connect. After that, it went extremely smoothly. Other than a few disconnects, it's been working flawlessly.

To date, the only interface available for FishBit is on an Apple device. For the next version, an Android app should be available.

What drew me to the FishBit is the nice, unobtrusive design of the monitor. It doesn't interfere with the aesthetics of the layout of your tank, at all. I'll get a picture of the monitor in my tank so you can see for yourself.

I'd like to thank Nate Carl and Alex Uribe, from Current Labs, for agreeing to allow me to do a test run.

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #18 on:** February 23, 2016, 17:30:09 »

This goes live tomorrow.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1758456789/823758501?token=2fd9aa7f

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #19 on:** February 25, 2016, 02:16:24 »

The Kickstarter is live.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1758456789/fishbit-your-aquarium-made-simple?utm_source=bbtm64@aol.com&utm_medium=kickstarter&utm_campaign=SuperBacker

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bbtm64 · « **Reply #20 on:** March 09, 2016, 23:37:24 »

All of the initial Early Bird Specials have been sold out. They've added an additional 25 Early Specials, if anyone is interested.

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