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Derek from Badgerland Burning explores various smart bird feeders, categorizing them into tiers based on functionality and quality. The fourth tier includes unconventional models like the Technax and Wasserstein, which lack advanced AI and suffer from image quality issues. Higher tiers feature improved designs, such as the popular Bird Buddy from Kickstarter and the reliable Net View, both praised for their camera quality and user-friendly apps, despite some AI misidentifications. Reviewer highlights also include the durability of metal feeders over plastic ones and the pros of using solar panels, though effectiveness can vary with weather conditions. The video underscores the importance of considering material durability, internet requirements, and user feedback when selecting smart bird feeders.
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In this segment of the video, Derek from Badgerland Burning discusses various smart bird feeders and their functionalities. He clarifies that despite some products being provided for review, their rankings are unbiased. He categorizes the feeders into tiers, starting with the fourth tier, which comprises unconventional smart bird feeders. These include the Technax bird feeder camera, functioning like a trail camera, and the Wasserstein Smart bird feeder camera case, which utilizes home security cameras. Both lack AI bird identification and have limitations such as blurry images due to focal length issues. Prices for higher-tier products range widely, though exact costs aren’t specified due to frequent changes.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses various smart bird feeders, highlighting features and issues with different models. They mention the abundance of similar products and a company’s offer to create a custom design, which they declined. Key issues include squirrels accessing seed trays and inaccurate AI bird identification. The “bird lover” app received criticism for misidentifying species, including extinct ones. They compare several models, favoring ones with better access and live streaming capabilities, but stressing the importance of checking internet requirements. The “Bird Buddy” feeder, popular from Kickstarter, is praised for app improvements and user feedback integration, despite its small seed reservoir and initial difficulties with solar charging.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer discusses various smart bird feeders, focusing on their materials, delays in delivery, and customer experiences. They mention issues with plastic feeders being chewed and delays that frustrated customers. Bird Buddy is highlighted for its clear camera quality and community involvement through Facebook groups. Net View is praised for its reliable streaming and app features, despite some AI inaccuracies. Bird Kiss, another brand, is noted for its unique design and functionality similar to Bird Buddy and Net View. The reviewer also touches on the advantages of metal smart bird feeders, emphasizing their durability and capacity despite their heaviness.
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In this part of the video, the speaker discusses the durability and material composition of various bird feeders, emphasizing that metal feeders are likely to become more popular due to their durability compared to plastic feeders. The speaker categorizes bird feeders into four tiers: camera and trail camera bird feeders, various similar models from the same manufacturer, well-known brands like Bird Buddy and Net View, and highly durable metal smart bird feeders. The speaker also mentions the growing market for smart birding products such as smart bird baths, hummingbird feeders, and smart nest boxes. Additionally, the use of solar panels for these bird feeders is highlighted, noting their effectiveness and potential issues in snowy or consistently cloudy conditions. Viewers are encouraged to check out links in the description for more information.