CFUG Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I'm not suggesting it's appropriate but both of you need to understand that this "war" has been going on for years. I'm saying to both of you that you need to read between the lines and feel the frustration of living with unresolved problems for a long, long time then seeing business moves that seem out of place in today's marketplace.Ryan can stick-up for Ryan. I doubt highly he feels anything once he closes-out his c4forums session and goes back to work. well_armed has some backers here and they are not dealers or the one person from Control4. So what? He addressed everyone here. Consumers should not stay silent. Citizens arent silent when political issues clearly impact them, are they now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanE Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 The one positive I take out of the "frustration with business moves that seem out of place" posts is the fact that if the users here didn't care about Control4's future, they wouldn't be making a stink about it.I do have a pretty thick skin, and have been known to be a pain in the butt myself on occasion.As JG was fond of saying, "It's all good".RyanE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFUG Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 ^It's true, we do take pride in our decision to spend on Control4 products, service from associated dealer and always look forward to new innovations from the parent company. On top of that, most of us probably get much joy out of demonstrating system and custom features to friends and neighbors.It does get wild here sometimes but, you know what, we keep coming back. It is "all good" because out of discussions come some sort of conclusion. I just wish those outcomes could be organized better for recall on this forum so we don't have to go through this quarterly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFUG Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 I'm losing it- I thought this was the My Offical C4 Rant Thread... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanE Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 No, this is the C4 Love Fest and appreciation banquet (BYOF).RyanE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c44me Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 BYOT (bring your own thermostsat) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterwilson Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 No, this is the C4 Love Fest and appreciation banquet (BYOF).RyanELOL, imagine when were upset! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RyanE Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 Funny, but these 'rant-type' threads do seem to come in pairs or threes.RyanE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wingzz Posted November 1, 2011 Share Posted November 1, 2011 And I for one like Pairs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanmark Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 So, did anyone actually order one? A week after release, Nest announced they're sold out until February and temporarily closing their online store to orders: http://www.nest.com/blog/2011/11/01/our-store-your-nest/index.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c44me Posted November 4, 2011 Share Posted November 4, 2011 http://www.c4forums.com/viewtopic.php?pid=80848#p80848 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggie Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 I ordered 2 and since I ordered within 48 hours of its launch, I got this email yesterday:Hi Reggie,We're getting ready to ship the first Nest Learning Thermostats and can't wait to get one in your hands. Because you purchased Nest within the first 48 hours of our launch, we wanted to thank you and extend the option of a free professional installation of your Nest through our Nest Concierge service.If you're interested, click here <link removed> to opt in before 9PM PST on Saturday, Nov. 12, 2011. Just enter your zip code and order number <order number removed>. After install, we'd love to get your honest, no-holds-barred feedback on the service and will send you a survey so you can let us know how we're doing.Oh, and a reminder: if you haven't already, please make sure that Nest will work in your home by checking your system compatibility <link removed>.On behalf of everyone here at Nest, thank you for being an early Nest customer.Matt RogersFounder and VP EngineeringNice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFUG Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Let us know how that free "professional" install goes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggie Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Basically, the link selected a certified installer in my area. It actually selected one who we have good experience with before so hopefully all will go well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFUG Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 I'm mostly joking- the DIY install video is more than adequate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ILoveC4 Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 I'm mostly joking- the DIY install video is more than adequate.Yeah, no kidding. It's a frickin thermostat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CFUG Posted November 10, 2011 Share Posted November 10, 2011 Yeah, it's even gotta be easier than hooking-up Control4's stat don't you think? You could screw with the installer and ask him to hook it up to your Control4 system and see how he reacts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanmark Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 Thanks for sharing Reggie. Watching the Nest install video, it's clearly designed to be a very friendly customer install - going as far as including; wire labels, a built-in level and screw driver. Offering an optional, free, professional install on top of that is a smart, strategic play to generate even more positive press/word of mouth for the product. A great (and clever) customer experience all around. Curious to hear your thoughts a week or two after install... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggie Posted November 11, 2011 Share Posted November 11, 2011 Watching the Nest install video, it's clearly designed to be a very friendly customer install - going as far as including; wire labels, a built-in level and screw driver. Offering an optional, free, professional install on top of that is a smart, strategic play to generate even more positive press/word of mouth for the product. A great (and clever) customer experience all around.Yup, Fadell has learned a lot from Apple. Majority of the consumers are not as technical as those of us here in this geeky forum. Customer experience and first impressions are something a lot don't think about nowadays. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggie Posted November 14, 2011 Share Posted November 14, 2011 "Let's go after big, dumb, slow companies." - Tony Fadell, Nest InventorA detailed video about the Nest: http://theverge.vid.io/v/c470a36c-0eb5-11e1-9b41-12313b0ce9aaArticle: http://www.theverge.com/2011/11/14/2559567/tony-fadell-nest-learning-thermostat Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Country DeVil Posted December 21, 2011 Share Posted December 21, 2011 anyone have one of these up and running? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seth_j Posted December 21, 2011 Share Posted December 21, 2011 This guy tried: http://www.marco.org/2011/12/17/nest-incompatibility-without-c-wireI guess going after big, dumb, slow companies wasn't as easy as it sounded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
c44me Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 nest tear downhttp://techcrunch.com/2011/12/22/nest-arm-zigbee/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
urbanmark Posted December 22, 2011 Share Posted December 22, 2011 Awesome... can't wait to see what they come up with next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zaphod Posted January 5, 2012 Share Posted January 5, 2012 This is something that C4 should be doing. Your C4 system likely knows if you are in your house and awake since you will likely be triggering devices and/or setting off motion detectors (if you have them). Why can't C4 (or a user) develop the intelligence system of a Nest remote that learns your habits and adjusts your HVAC system accordingly? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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