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…is a significantly better step than a smart light bulb. Having the utility of smart curtains that are automated is so much more effective in waking you up or putting you to…
… Managing smart lighting on a schedule Start with the basics This is the simplest automation that can run daily without any manual intervention. Living room lights, porch lights, bedroom lamps — whatever your lighting setup is — you can tie them to sunset hours. …
…Be it lights, sensors or routines, everything keeps running even if the internet goes down. In addition to Home Assistant, I use Docker to run a few other lightweight tools. These include…
…I found myself juggling four different apps just to dim the lights for a movie. The real breaking point was the "Ghost Toggle" effect; because my devices weren't synced, my porch…
… It controls everything from switches and smart plugs to heating and lighting. …
… As a result, it lowers the motorized window blinds to eliminate glare and switches your Philips Hue bias lighting to an immersive preset that matches the title you are in. …
…one for your lights, one for your sensors, one for your locks, and one for your blinds. It feels never-ending and frustrating. Each hub costs $50 to $100, requires a power…
…One tap can turn off the lights, enable Do Not Disturb, set an alarm, and start a sleep playlist or white noise app. None of those actions are difficult on their own…
… For instance, switching inputs could adjust lighting to reflect gaming using a console and using the TV for streaming and media. …
…That way, you can use it to keep your office lights on while you're reading or to trigger a private notification if someone enters your room while you're on a…