Hey everyone! I’ve been diving into the DIY side of smart home automation and wanted to share my recent experiences. First off, I’ve been trying to set up some DIY lighting effects using Govee outdoor light strips. The installation process was a bit tricky, especially with the adhesive not holding as well as I hoped, but with a bit of creativity, I managed to get them up along my roof. The end result is stunning, and I love how customizable the colors are. However, I’m curious if anyone has a good tutorial on how to make the lights twinkle in a specific pattern, like for a flag or patriotic display. I’d love to try that next!
On another note, I’ve been experiencing some odd behavior with my Wyze Cam V2 floodlights. They keep showing error code 90, which I understand usually means a loss of power or connection. The issue is that there’s no reset button on these cameras, so I have to turn off the breaker to reset them. It’s a bit frustrating because it means I have to reset half the plugs in my house each time this happens. Has anyone else encountered this and found a workaround? Maybe a better mounting solution or a way to avoid this issue altogether?
Lastly, I’ve noticed that after updating my 4G router, all my SmartThings sensors started draining their batteries much faster. It’s only been a few days since the update, and already some sensors are showing low battery warnings. I’m wondering if the new router firmware could be causing interference or increased activity in the sensors. Has anyone else experienced something similar, or know if a firmware update might resolve this?
Overall, I’m really enjoying the flexibility and customization that smart home devices offer, but these little hiccups are keeping me on my toes. I’d love to hear any tips or solutions from the community! Thanks for sharing your experiences and insights.