Battery monitoring has always been a critical aspect of my smart home setup. I’ve been using an HSM rule to track battery levels for months, but it’s been hit or miss. For instance, I recently had a generic contact sensor fail without any notification, which was frustrating. I set up the rule to alert me when battery levels drop below 15%, but it only notified me once, and that was months ago.
I’ve been wondering if there’s something wrong with my setup or if others have faced similar issues. How do I even test if the rule is working properly? Should I rely on the default notifications, or is there a better way to ensure reliability? I’ve heard some users swear by custom scripts or third-party apps for better monitoring, but I’m hesitant to dive into that without more guidance.
On the bright side, when the rule does work, it’s incredibly useful. It gives me peace of mind knowing that my devices are functioning optimally. I’ve also noticed that some devices handle battery notifications better than others, which makes me think there might be a hardware component to this issue as well.
If anyone has tips or tricks for improving battery monitoring reliability, I’d love to hear them! Whether it’s about rule optimization, device selection, or even alternative solutions, I’m all ears. Let’s share our experiences and find the best way to keep our smart home devices powered up and running smoothly. After all, nothing’s worse than a dead battery catching us off guard!