I’ve recently set up a smart home system with a mix of devices from various brands, and I’m curious about optimizing battery life and ensuring compatibility across all devices. I’ve noticed that some devices, like my Yeelight bedside lamp, stay on only when plugged in, which is a bit inconvenient. I’m wondering if this is normal or if there’s a way to improve its battery performance.
I also have an Aqara panel S1 plus that I’m considering for my light switches. It looks promising, but I’m not sure how it integrates with my existing Zigbee setup. Does it work exclusively with Aqara devices, or can I customize it to include my Home Assistant dashboard? Additionally, I’m curious if I can trigger the panel to show camera feeds when my video doorbell is pressed.
Another issue I’m facing is with my Yale Real Living Keyless Lock. The relock feature makes it difficult to manually unlock the door from the inside. I’ve tried resetting it to factory settings, but the problem persists. I’m concerned this might be a hardware issue or if there’s a workaround to make it function smoothly.
I’d love to hear from others who have successfully integrated multiple brands into their smart home systems. Any tips on improving battery life, ensuring device compatibility, or troubleshooting specific issues would be greatly appreciated! 