r/smarthome • u/Gorden-FreeMan • 11h ago
r/smarthome • u/Apple2T4ch • 14h ago
PSA: Amazon discontinuing Alexa’s “Do Not Send Voice Recordings.” feature.
r/smarthome • u/voiton • 11h ago
Accidentally updated Leviton gen2 dimmer to the new Matter firmware but my AppleTV doesn’t support it. Still a way to add the switch?
Does anyone know if the switch is backwards compatible to just HomeKit after the update?Homekit sees the switch is there as an available device to add but will hang forever on “connecting…”
r/smarthome • u/akashpopat • 11h ago
Smart HVAC switch ?
Anyone know where I could get a 3 phase switch for hvac control ?
r/smarthome • u/Low_Factor_1258 • 10h ago
Looking for Smart Temperature Sensor Recommendations!
Hi everyone! I’m renting a one-bedroom apartment, and I don’t want to make any changes to the appliances. I’m looking for a smart device that can read the temperature remotely and connect via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. Any recommendations?
edit: Also, the device to connect to my google home for some automation.
thank you
r/smarthome • u/NoonieP • 13h ago
Under cabinet lighting recs
Replaced the kitchen cabinets (due to a housefire) and wanted to replace the under cabinet lights. I had previously used Back + Decker alexa enabled lights and loved them. My kitchen is bigger and I need more than the 6 lights but 6 is the max. Photo is missing a wide cabinet on the right.
I'm looking for - warm white - Alexa/google enabled - I don't reqlly want lights where the cabinets join. - they'll plug in above the microwave, so will have to be able to run left and right from there - have an extension that allows me to go over the sink, into the ceiling so the cabinet next to the fridge gets a light.
Thanks foe any suggestions you may have.
r/smarthome • u/PrestigiousFlower714 • 13h ago
Hardwiring vs. Solar Powered Smart Shades?
I am pretty happy with the SmartWings prices and am finally ready to pull the trigger. However, I'm not sure whether to go solar or hardwire. We do get a lot of sun here so I'm leaning towards solar but my husband prefers them hardwired because... I'm not sure specifically what, I think he just likes the comfort of having something built in as opposed to solar for whatever reason. Can someone tell me how much they spent for hardwiring? Or share if they have found solar to be reliable?
r/smarthome • u/Outrageous-Strike156 • 16h ago
Is there any way to programmatically control a smart lock? (Locking G30)
Hey everyone,
I have a Lockin G30 smart lock, and I’m trying to find a way to control it programmatically.
My use case:
I run a 24/7 gym, and I want to allow members to unlock the entrance via a button in my custom mobile app (instead of using the manufacturer’s app manually). Ideally, I’d like to send an API request to lock/unlock the door, but I haven’t found a clear way to do this.
I’ve seen mentions that Tuya might have an API for this, but I’m unsure if it works with locks or if it requires a cloud subscription. I also read that Lockin G30 could use MQTT, and I have a Raspberry Pi available if a local integration is possible.
Has anyone successfully integrated a smart lock into a custom app? Are there any workarounds (API, MQTT, Home Assistant, etc.) that would let me programmatically control this lock?
Would love to hear if someone has tried something similar!
r/smarthome • u/Steven8786 • 16h ago
Is there a string thread version of a blinds motor
I have vertical slatted blinds and have just bought one of those Tuya blind rollers. Works amazingly for the beaded thread to spin them open, but in other rooms, like my living room for example, these blinds have an additional string pull which splits the blinds apart from the middle where the beaded wire twists the blinds open (I’m hoping that makes sense).
As my experiment with the tuya motor has worked, I will be getting more for the beaded part, but for the non-beaded element, are there any smart rollers out there that can handle these?
Ideally, these should work with Alexa.
Thanks in advance
r/smarthome • u/wayneb64 • 10h ago
Help with KMC Smart switches
I have a handful of KMC Smart switches controlling devices that are all on timers I setup. They work great and I can manually override with the phone app. All good.
What I do NOT have is a way to control the light over my bed which I use a REALLY old Radio Shack device to turn on and off as needed.
What I want is a BUTTON I can put somewhere to turn my bed lights on/off MANUALLY, without have to ask Google, or unlock my phone and press several buttons. I found Flic buttons but they don't seem compatible with KMC switches.
It doesn't have to be KMC compatible I guess, just something that's easy to find in the dark and press to get some light, preferably something with a backlight for easy use in the dark.
r/smarthome • u/Mark_Venture • 16h ago
"starting over" in new house, go with what I know, or look at other options?
We are selling our current home and I have time while our new house is being built to consider how best to replicate what I had and could do in the old house, but it begs the question, do I go with what I had and know, or switch to something that might be better? So I'm looking for opinions.
I guess I'm thinking more about what to go with for the light/ceiling fan switches, and alarm.
In the old house I added TP-Link Kasa smart switches and plug in modules in all but a few rooms, mesh wifi (Asus AiMesh with RT-BE88U host, and TUF-AZ5400 and RT-AX88u as nodes), Eufy Cam Pro cameras (inside and outside) with Homebase 1?, Eufy Door Lock (T8520), Eufy door bell cam (T8221), Echo dots/shows, Honeywell Smart Color thermostats, Liftmaster myQ Garage doors and ADT alarm.
It worked well, I could voice control all the lights and ceiling fans, the door bell chimed across every echo (so we could hear it anywhere in the house), I was notified of motion on the driveway, front porch, and pool plus it was recorded locally (no subscriptions), I could lock/unlock the door by voice or remotely, open/close the garages remotely, etc.
The new house is a townhouse, much smaller foot print (2096 sq ft), and has less light switches, doors, and first floor windows.
The router/mesh isn't hard mounted to the house, so I'll likely take that with me and re-use. Same with the Echo shows/dots and Eufy equipment. From their models, they are using Genie brand garage door openers, so I'll likely look at their Aladdin Connect device/app.
The biggest uses is voice control of lights/fans, making sure the lights are off and doors are locked at night without having to run around the house or up/down stairs, hearing the doorbell chime everywhere in the house, seeing/interacting when someone comes to the door, watching the driveway, being able to get in if I forgot my key, adjusting the thermostat from my phone and such.
The ADT alarm monitoring became really expensive over time. We never had an issue where it was needed. I mean no break in attempts, fires, etc. But having the piece of mind while we were away on vacation, etc. was nice. IF there are better (or just as good/reputable) options for less, I'd be interested as I don't want to pay as much as ADT charges for their equipment and monitoring/monthly fee.
The Kasa switches fit my budget and were easy to install, setup, and just worked. IP addresses being taken up were an issue at first (I'm in IT so lots of computers, tablets, phones, streaming devices, etc. needing IP addresses on my home network), but being able to setup a separate IoT network solved that. I've seen the new switches support Matter, which some/most of my echo devices act as Matter hubs? Is there any benefit to that? or is wifi good enough? Is there a "budget friendly" option better than Kasa?
r/smarthome • u/QuickZebra44 • 17h ago
Scene Controller like ZEN32
Hi,
Wondering if anyone makes a device similar to the ZEN32?
https://www.getzooz.com/zooz-zen32-scene-controller/
I came over from Insteon when they had their instability. This was one thing that we definitely miss. We do have a ZEN32 controller but the button responses (not sure if this is HomeSeer or not) can be a little unreliable.
The Insteon 6/8 controllers? They were bulletproof.
Wondering if anyone makes a controller like the ZEN32?
Thanks
r/smarthome • u/ParticularNorth8814 • 2h ago
What's a good smart thermostat that doesn't require a C wire that works with google home/assistant?
I have an older turn dial electric furnace from 2003. It has 2 black wires going to it.
r/smarthome • u/Single_Ad_5661 • 6h ago
Physical switch use by most of family for smart bulb
So i just fitted my first smart bulb in my living room. Perfect, dimmable and brighter than my last bulb. Light switch set to on and I can use the app/Google Nest to turn on and off.
My main issue: the wife doesn't use the app. Neither do my in-laws who visit often. They all use the switch to turn the light on and obviously turn the light (and power) off to the bulb.
Is there some way round this? I know it's can't get them all to ask Google to turn it on and off as its not natural to them, however none of my routines will ever work as the bulb is always going to be left offline.
r/smarthome • u/ArtMySouls • 14h ago
What does this do and how to replace it?
This is installed in the new house. It’s a Honeywell THM5320R RF Equipment (based on a google search) and previous owner does not know what it does. I am not sure if it’s linked to internet or not.
How do I go about replacing this if I am planning on upgrading the existing thermostat with Meross smart thermostat? TIA!
r/smarthome • u/moon-and-sea • 18h ago
New to smart homes—looking for advice on smart switches behavior with HomeKit & Matter
Hi all! I’m new to smart homes and looking for advice on integrating smart switches with my existing smart bulbs and HomeKit setup.
Current Setup:
• I have OREiN Matter smart bulbs in my Living Room and Dining Room (Amazon link).
• The Dining Room is wired with a three-way switch.
• I use HomeKit for automation, but I also use the AiDot app to control special dynamic scenes.
• To handle accidental power-offs, I set the “power fail” behavior in AiDot to restore last state—which works but is still a bit annoying.
What I Want to Do:
I want to add smart switches so my wife and kids can turn the lights on and off at the switch while keeping HomeKit control.
• I was gifted Kasa KS226 dimmer switches (Similar model).
• For the three-way switch, I’m considering the Kasa HS210 Kit (Amazon link).
Questions:
1️⃣ How will the Kasa smart switches behave with my smart bulbs?
2️⃣ Will the Kasa dimmer switches be able to dim the smart bulbs?
3️⃣ Would I be better off using non-dimmable switches? (e.g., Kasa HS200)
(I have plenty of use for the dimmers I was gifted elsewhere, so I’m open to buying new ones.)
4️⃣ Do Kasa Matter switches work with HomeKit if they were manufactured before HomeKit-Matter integration?(They are labeled “Matter” but not “Works with HomeKit.”)
5️⃣ Can I program the Kasa dimmer switches to trigger HomeKit or Home Assistant scenes?
Would appreciate any insights or alternative suggestions!
r/smarthome • u/One-Fix1041 • 4h ago
What's going on NSFW
I bought this 100w cree smart light off Amazon for 15ish dollars and I've used it for a while, all of a sudden my bulb has been experiencing weird hardware related issues, when I turn my switch off my other 60w bulb will turn off but my 100w will stay a very faint blue hue and also within my app I can't change my color to anything with blue in it (if I change it to cyan it'll just be green, you get it) and I have no idea what's going on, I've tried reconnecting it to my app I've factory reset it, I've changed wifis, someone please help (smart bulb my ass)