Is ecobee a Bluetooth?

Ecobee's sensors have also been redesigned. And with the new addition of Bluetooth support, users will be able to stream music services including Spotify, Pandora, and Amazon Music from the thermostat to a discrete Bluetooth speaker.
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How do I connect my phone to my ecobee thermostat?

Step 1: From your home screen, swipe to the left to open the app widget screen and scroll to the bottom to find Edit. Step 2: Select Edit and find ecobee on the list of apps you can add to your widget screen. Tap on the + icon next to the ecobee option to add this widget and hit on Done to complete the process.
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Can ecobee be wireless?

ecobee delivers comfort when they're home and savings when they're not, resulting in an average 23% savings* year after year. Customers can monitor and control their wi-fi connected ecobee3 anytime, from anywhere, on their smartphone, tablet, or computer.
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How do I play music on my ecobee thermostat?

How do I use Spotify with ecobee SmartThermostat with voice...
  1. Open the Spotify app on your device.
  2. Play any song you'd like, then tap the speaker icon ( ) just below the pause button.
  3. Select your SmartThermostat with voice control from the list of available devices.
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Does ecobee have a speaker?

The Ecobee SmartThermostat adds features to its built-in Alexa speaker. It has a redesigned temperature sensor and works with Google Assistant and Siri -- all for the same $249 price.
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How do I connect my Bluetooth to my ecobee?

Pairing your Bluetooth speaker:
  1. Open the Amazon Alexa app and select the Devices icon in the bottom-right corner.
  2. Locate your smart thermostat in the list of Echo and Alexa devices and tap on it.
  3. Select Bluetooth devices.
  4. Tap the Pair a new device button.
  5. Activate pairing mode on your Bluetooth speaker.
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Can you listen through an ecobee thermostat?

The ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium, SmartCamera, SmartThermostat with voice control and ecobee4 support Amazon Music, TuneIn, and iHeartRadio. You can ask Alexa to play music, podcasts, audiobooks, and more on ecobee devices with built-in Alexa.
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Does ecobee 3 Lite have Bluetooth?

It's compatible with Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant, IFTTT and Samsung SmartThings. This model works with Spotify and can pair with a Bluetooth speaker.
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Can I add ecobee to speaker group?

Select all of the devices you want to include in your group. For example, select each of your lights and your ecobee thermostat (My ecobee). 6. Add an Alexa-enabled device (i.e. Alexa speaker)* to your Group or Skip.
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Is ecobee going out of business?

Terms of the acquisition were first announced November 1, 2021. “We are excited to close the ecobee transaction and continue Generac's evolution as an Energy Technology Solutions company,” said Aaron Jagdfeld, president and chief executive officer of Generac.
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How do I connect my ecobee to Wi-Fi?

To connect your Ecobee thermostat to your Wi-Fi network:
  1. From the Home screen, press Menu.
  2. Then select Settings.
  3. Go to Wi-Fi.
  4. Make sure Wi-Fi Radio is Enabled.
  5. Go to Network.
  6. Tap on Select Wi-Fi Network.
  7. Pick your Wi-Fi network from the list and enter your Wi-Fi password if required.
  8. Tap OK to exit.
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Does ecobee work without C wire?

Your ecobee3 does not need them. Some thermostats do not have a C-wire. The C-wire is used to reliably provide power to the thermostat. In this case, the PEK can use the existing wires to power your thermostat.
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How do I use ecobee without Wi-Fi?

Can I set up my ecobee without Wi-Fi?
  1. Remote access through the mobile app and Web Portal. You will not be able to check the status of your thermostat or make any changes through the mobile app or Web Portal.
  2. Weather. ...
  3. Home IQ. ...
  4. HomeKit, Alexa, and other APIs. ...
  5. Pairing a SmartSensor.
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Why is my ecobee not connecting to my phone?

If you're unable to login to the ecobee app, the username or password you are using may be incorrect, or your thermostat may not yet be registered.
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What happens if ecobee loses Wi-Fi connection?

Leave both the router and the ecobee off for about two minutes, then plug the router back in first. 3.) Once the router is back up and running, place the ecobee back on the wall and wait for it to finish powering up—it should reconnect to Wi-Fi on its own.
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Does the ecobee thermostat have a camera?

Ecobee doesn't currently have a camera in its lineup, but adding one could help it keep pace with Nest. According to Zatz, the camera could be used as a presence sensor for the company's smart thermostat and could even include temperature and humidity sensors to provide the thermostat more accurate readings.
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Are ecobee thermostats worth it?

The ecobee and Nest are widely considered the best two smart thermostats available. If you read just about any smart thermostat review, you'll see these two almost always come out on top.
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What is the difference between ecobee 4 and 5?

This fifth-generation model looks very similar to 2017's Ecobee4, and it shares that model's built-in Alexa smart speaker features. But the new SmartThermostat does have a number of upgrades, including faster performance, a louder, better-quality speaker, nicer materials, and a completely redesigned remote sensor.
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What is the difference between the ecobee and ecobee Lite?

The Ecobee3 Lite does not support humidifiers, dehumidifiers, or ventilators while the Ecobee3 does. The Lite does not come with room sensors. The Ecobee3 comes with up to 3 room sensors depending on the size kit you buy.
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What's the difference between ecobee3 and 4?

The only differences between the two is that the Ecobee 4 features a speaker on top of the thermostat, allowing Alexa to speak. In addition to this speaker, The Ecobee 3 is also slightly bigger than its predecessor—109 x 109 compared to 100 x 100—and slightly heavier. Otherwise, the two thermostats are identical.
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What is the difference between ecobee and ecobee light?

The biggest difference, since the ecobee lite now supports room sensors, is that the ecobee3 lite doesn't support humidifiers, dehumidifiers, or ventilators. If you have these accessories, you should get the ecobee3 so you can take full advantage of your home's HVAC equipment.
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Does ecobee thermostat have a microphone?

Tap the microphone in the bottom right of your thermostat. Switch the microphone Off. Make sure your microphone turns red and has a line through it. The Privacy Mode icon will show up on the main screen of the thermostat.
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Can I use ecobee without Alexa?

All ecobee devices are compatible with your Amazon Echo and Dot devices, which means you can control your ecobee device with your Amazon Alexa device. Smart Thermostat Enhanced, ecobee3 lite, and ecobee3 thermostats do not have Alexa Built-in.
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