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Xiaomi Mi Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip AU$22.56 + Free AusPost @ Zapals

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Xiaomi Mi Smart Wi-Fi Power Strip AU$22.56 + Free AusPost @ Zapals
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Ls732 on 20/10/2016 - 11:38 zapals.com (2700 clicks)
Last edited 20/10/2016 - 12:06

Received a Zapals email this morning: Decent price including Free Australia Post, cheapest on AliExpress is US$18.99 via free China post. I have one of these power boards already, nice quality, AU plug (albeit upside down), wifi controllable, Mi Home Automation compatible and provides useage info. Convenient multi-nationality input plugs.

edit: Note x3 AU compatible multinationality sockets, x3 (2 pin) multinationality sockets

"Remote control home appliance via Xiaomi Smart Home APP with this smart power strip, which turns off / on all the appliance. With the app control, you can easy to know the power consumption, APP timing and delay are available. The timing 750 flame retardant and 75N safety resistance, child charging protection function, it is safer for you using.
Charging Protection
75N independent security, 85° high-temperature protection, 5000 times plug testing, avoid the finger or metal objects touch jack and cause an accident.
Wi-Fi Remote Control
WiFi connection for remote control, setting the turn on and turn off time through mobile phones or Pad
Auto Power On / Off
With self-study function, record the regulation of using electricity, and auto-power on in the period of power consumption time and auto-power off in sleeping time.
6 Socket Outlet
Compact design with as many as 6 socket hole, which allows you charge for as much as 6 devices at the same time.
Application
Suitable for phone, charger, kettle, fan, TV, lamp, cooker, etc.

Specifications
Name
Smart Power Strip
Brand
Xiaomi
Wi-Fi
IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2.4GHz
Power
2500W 10A Max, 250V
Cable Length
1.8m
Product Weight
300
Product Size
197.2L x 71W x 25H mm"

Electrical & Electronics Power Board Smart Home Wi-Fi Xiaomi

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  • Black Hole on 20/10/2016 - 11:46

    Looks to be an interesting product and exactly what I wanted for my home.
    However, I am uncertain how well does it work. It should be ok as it is from Xiaomi.

    • thelastnoob on 20/10/2016 - 11:55
      +3

      no surge protection otherwise seems interesting

      • rjblakel on 20/10/2016 - 12:08

        +1

        Anyone have a recommendation of something similar with surge protection?

        • [Deactivated] on 20/10/2016 - 13:01
          +2

          If you're actually that worried about surge protection, purchase a UPS so things are protected properly.

  • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 11:52
    +6

    I haven't had any problems with it. The biggest downside I have is that it can only control all on or all off not individually controllable sockets. The same applies for the power monitoring. It can also do things like scheduling, countdown timer and low threshold power off. That last one is great for eneloop charging :)

    • Black Hole on 20/10/2016 - 12:20
      +1

      Ok, thanks for that info. I will wait until they come up with individual controllable sockets and individual power monitor. Hopefully with surge protection.

      • superforever on 20/10/2016 - 12:31

        If you can still turn if on with app, is that mean it is still using a bit of power?

        • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 12:38

          Yep, its always connected to your wifi network. The advantage is that one your devices are charged it can turn off and prevent overcharge if you're not using an intelligent battery/device charger. I meant to test the standby power draw at some stage :)

      • aec on 20/10/2016 - 17:17

        they already have. i am using one. they have so many good stuff that we cant find at a reasonable prices here unless you have friends from China who can bring them to you.

        the build quality is top!

  • virtual81 on 20/10/2016 - 11:59

    Looking at the pics of the internals it looks like the sockets are NOT individually switchable.
    Might be worth knowing, impression i got it that they might work separately.

    ::edit:: Confirmed as s732 says.

    • bamzero on 20/10/2016 - 12:02
      +2

      The Broadlink MP1 can individually switch the sockets..

      • cbpeh1 on 20/10/2016 - 19:03

        have u seen one that is not wifi, but ethernet connected?

  • elitistphoenix on 20/10/2016 - 11:59
    +1

    Does anyone know if it has an API? My googling can't find anything and their site says nothing.
    http://xiaomi-mi.com/news-and-actions/new-mi-smart-power-str…

    • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 12:04

      I've been keeping my eye open for this for all of the mi smart home stuff. As far as I can tell there is none and I'm doubtful if one will ever be available.

  • vger74656 on 20/10/2016 - 12:00
    +2

    Correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like it only has 3 AU power sockets?

    • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 12:02
      +3

      Yep sorry should have clarified. I find that useful as I have a bunch of two pin US plugs and often need adapters.

      • BeRad on 20/10/2016 - 12:04

        thansk was just about to ask similar, wondered if their was a different model

    • [Deactivated] on 20/10/2016 - 12:55

      I doubt they're AU sockets. Chinese, hence why they're upside down

      • allenhori on 20/10/2016 - 13:08
        +5

        Since it's a Chinese brand, AU should be considered as upside down

    • ash2000 on 20/10/2016 - 14:25
      +3

      Ive owned this for about 6 months.

      It has 3 x Earthed sockets, and 3 x multi plug sockets that accept 2 pin Australian plugs.

      It's worth noting you can't insert 2 pin oz plugs into the 3 pin sockets on this board, as the earth is required to release the active and neutral holes.

      • [Deactivated] on 20/10/2016 - 14:59
        +1

        Yeah, this is true because of the "HIGHER" Chinese Standards…

        In Australia you can just bypass the requirements.

        It's a bit like how Europe has longer pins to prevent electrocution and rounded parts to stop people hurting themselves if they accidently step on it.

        Australia is like the third world of electrical devices.

        Likewise many countries suggest usage of 110V in the bathroom.

        Manufacturers in China love Australia because it means they can skimp on some electrical safety standards.

        • ash2000 on 20/10/2016 - 15:16
          +1 
           Yeah, this is true because of the "HIGHER" Chinese Standards…

          The "Australian" style plug is only available in the 3 pin configuration in China, unearth plugs use the U.S. Or euro style.

          But the safety of the "locked" oz socket design is made redundant by the fact most wall sockets use a multi plug design which has giant holes to accept all the different plug styles!

    • aec on 20/10/2016 - 17:19

      well, this is the reason you neg this deal? well done.

  • FalseProfit on 20/10/2016 - 12:11

    AUS Certified?

    • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 12:12
      +1

      I wouldn't think so.

    • bamzero on 20/10/2016 - 12:23
      +3

      No. The plug on it (being upside down) is actually the Chinese standard plug, and don't usually have insulated pins which is the first step for any AU device.

      • AlexF on 20/10/2016 - 12:36
        -1

        It's commonsense that no-one who values life, buys this rubbish. Although, since sense isn't sufficiently common, there are regulations.

        Manufacturers, importers, distributors, agents, retailers and hirers are reminded that it is a breach of the Electricity Act 1945 and regulations that plugs without uninsulated pins are sold or hired or offered for sale or hire.

        • bamzero on 20/10/2016 - 12:53
          +2

          However, just because it's not AU certified doesn't mean it's rubbish (or vice versa). Xiaomi do make decent products it seems, this isn't one of the nasty Chinese powerboards with the sockets barely connected to each other buy thin wires and dodgy soldering.

          That said, Chinese plugs are not Aus plugs, the pins are actually different lengths and thicknesses, and you would be better off replacing it with an Aus plug.

        • Maverick-au on 20/10/2016 - 13:58
          +3

          It's commonsense that no-one who values life, buys this rubbish. Although, since sense isn't sufficiently common, there are regulations.

          Australia has the most over regulated electrical laws in the world and also the highest rate of deaths.

        • [Deactivated] on 20/10/2016 - 15:05
          +2

          It is kind of ironic because the Australian standards are pretty crap compared to Europe.

          I wonder why Australia doesn't make safety breakers e.g. RCD compulsory and lengthen the pins and insulation length so people don't accidently touch it.

          China is up there with high standards, but they don't do insulation because of the way the plugs are shaped. The plugs are much larger and cabling much stronger allowing one to pull the plug out safely without going anywhere near the pins. (Note how all the export quality stuff has a "Only for Export" label on it) This is because those items don't even meet the CCC standards.

        • richy_o on 21/10/2016 - 01:48

          @Maverick-au: I'd be very interested to see the stats on electrical related deaths in aus compared to China.

        • Maverick-au on 21/10/2016 - 02:05

          @richy_o:

          I'd be very interested to see the stats on electrical related deaths in aus compared to China.

          I'm talking similar countries like NZ, UK, Western Europe, USA etc not countries where everything goes.

          But of course you know that because you've asked before.

          https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/242289#comment-3600774

          Here are the stats - https://www.ozbargain.com.au/comment/3781924/redir

        • richy_o on 21/10/2016 - 12:38

          @Maverick-au: Sorry man I always see stuff about people complaining about not being able to do their own electrical work in Australia and complaining about our laws. I'm an electrician, an electrical engineer and I also do forensic fire investigation mainly caused by electrical problems. Some of the home jobs I've seen have been frightening, whole houses wired in speaker wire, people using earths as an additional active and most recently downlights packed with so much insulation that they set a guys entire roof space on fire. The standards are there for a reason and saves lives and property.

        • Maverick-au on 21/10/2016 - 14:53

          @richy_o:

          The standards are there for a reason and saves lives and property.

          I've posted proof that Australian laws COST lives and yet you still stick your head in the sand?

          Some of the home jobs I've seen have been frightening, whole houses wired in speaker wire, people using earths as an additional active

          Surely education with an inspection regime like NZ is the way to go after all they have the same standards but allow homeowners to do their own work and their death rate is 40% lower.

  • kazispeed on 20/10/2016 - 12:19

    Same as this?

    https://www.aliexpress.com/item/2015-Newest-100-Original-Xia…

    $20.97 at aliexpress and they have one which has 3 AU power sockets + 3 USB ports which may be more useful for the majority

    And you get 7% cashback through Cash Rewards :)

    • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 12:25
      +2

      The US$15.88 ones in that link aren't WiFi/Remote, they're just regular power boards with USB sockets.

      • kazispeed on 20/10/2016 - 12:26

        Ah Gotcha, thanks

  • Make it so on 20/10/2016 - 12:44

    My experience with Chinese power sockets that are shaped like the Australian ones is that their pins are much thinner. As a result, I have often been unable to fit Australian plugs into Chinese power sockets. Conversely, it explains why those dodgy grey "export only" travel adapters fall out of Australian sockets: they are lose because the pins are too thin.
    Does anyone own a Xiaomi powerboard who can comment on whether this thing will suffer from the same issue?

    • peuwayaqdq on 20/10/2016 - 13:45
      +3

      I have one of these and they hold on the plug really well.

  • tap on 20/10/2016 - 12:49

    Sonoff wifi switches are good if you want to control individual items but is NOT plug and play.

    https://www.itead.cc/sonoff-wifi-wireless-switch.html

  • Clear on 20/10/2016 - 13:15
    +3

    There are many brands now that do WiFi power boards, but Xiaomi is probably one the only few I'd trust the most. Teardowns of others haven't been very good.

  • rakkihizoku on 20/10/2016 - 13:49

    Has anyone tried implementing this with tasker?

    • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 16:41
      +1

      Yep, I have it setup for voice control with tasker + AutoVoice. It works ok, but I'm using some dodgy tricks to get Tasker to trigger it. I create smart scene widgets on my phone and get tasker to trigger a home screen press. I haven't been able to find a nice way for tasker to natively activate the widgets. Secondly Xiaomi releases Mi Home updates almost weekly and I have a feeling that they are moving away from a Widget based system to an integrated Mi Home screen for all tasks. If they do that I'll need to find another way to trigger them.

  • ryanhunt on 20/10/2016 - 14:16

    Download the apps from here: iPhone, Android.

  • Lukian on 20/10/2016 - 14:27

    I think this will work nicely where I'm planning to put an Amazon Echo.

    2x AU - TV & Amp
    2x US - FireTV & Echo

    I don't think the globally on/off via wifi is particularly useful though.

    • s732 on 20/10/2016 - 16:36

      When connected to WiFi it connects to the Mi Servers which allows you to check and control it over the internet with the Mi Home App. The current one I have I use with some LED spotlights and using it with the Mi Smart home gateway and IR sensors I get it to turn on and off automatically when you walk up or down the stairs at night.

  • registradus on 20/10/2016 - 16:42

    I would definitely buy if it had USB

  • chingy213 on 20/10/2016 - 19:27

    Can someone please give me 3 common examples on how this would benefit me at home.

    Thanks.

    • s732 on 21/10/2016 - 00:00

      Sure!
      1. Connect to lights that you wanted to turn on or off while on holiday to show that you are home.
      2. Charge batteries and automatically turn of chargers when batteries are full, protecting battery condition, saving power and preventing the electrical hum from chargers.
      3. Monitor the power consumption of devices.
      Bonus: Plug into a single wall socket and connect multiple devices! :)

      • chingy213 on 21/10/2016 - 16:59

        sounds good..

        ill buy 2

        • Clear on 21/10/2016 - 22:06

          And have the kettle boil in the morning. No need to buy the Xiaomi Kettle then ;)

  • MoJ on 10/11/2016 - 12:48

    can someone help please
    i ordered from zapals and got the power strip yesterday and i downloaded the android version app but i am not seeing power strip in MI home app at all, i can see powerstrip as wifi network after connecting i am opening MI home app and not able to see power strip.
    App is downloaded from this link
    https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.xiaomi.sma…

  • s732 on 10/11/2016 - 14:22
    +1

    Sure, first make sure your Mi home app locale is set to chinese mainland in settings.

    Then navigate to my devices and click the + icon for add devices in the top right hand corner of the app. Select add a device and then click add manually at the bottom of the add device screen. Select the picture for the power strip, It's the third one down for me.

    • MoJ on 10/11/2016 - 19:13

      Thank you. It worked

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