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๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ Beemate

Overviewโ€‹

Beemate is an Australian entrance observer solution using HD camera and AI for bee counting. Features live streaming capabilities.

https://blynk.io/clients/beemate-ai-powered-hives

uses a HD camera to count bees and run artificial intelligence software. It sends the data to our cloud platform

Product Featuresโ€‹

  • HD camera at hive entrance
  • AI-powered bee counting
  • Live streaming of hive entrance
  • Video playback capabilities
  • iOS, Android, and web app access
  • Cloud platform for data storage
  • Real-time monitoring

Competitive Analysisโ€‹

Strengthsโ€‹

  • Live streaming feature (unique value proposition)
  • AI bee counting (similar to Gratheon)
  • Multi-platform app support
  • Australian market presence
  • Video playback for historical analysis
  • Uses Blynk IoT platform (fast development)

Weaknesses vs Gratheonโ€‹

  • Limited to Australian market (geographic constraint)
  • Less sophisticated AI models (presumably)
  • No frame-level internal inspection
  • Smaller company/less funding
  • Limited European presence

Strategic Implicationsโ€‹

  • Similar product concept validates Gratheon's approach
  • Live streaming is attractive feature (consider for Gratheon)
  • Geographic separation reduces direct competition
  • Could be partnership or acquisition target
  • Learn from their video streaming implementation