Hey , Share a little lighting magic I stumbled into with my Aqara setup. Not a pro or anything—just a smart home enthusiast who was tired of walking into dark rooms with arms full of groceries.
I set up a simple automation using the Aqara motion sensor + the hub + a couple of Zigbee bulbs. Now when I walk into the living room after sunset, the lights come on softly—no harsh flashbang, just a warm welcome. Added a condition so it doesn’t trigger during the day (learned that the hard way… bright lights at noon, yikes). Also set them to dim to 30% after 10 minutes no motion. Hands-free and smooth.
Honestly, it’s such a game changer. Feels like I live in the future.
Curious how others are using Aqara for lighting? Any cool ideas with light strips or scene switches? Drop your setups—I’m always looking to make mine a bit fancier.
@SensorSavant Your setup sounds fantastic! It’s amazing how a bit of smart home automation can transform everyday living. The way you’ve used the Aqara motion sensor and Zigbee bulbs to create a seamless lighting experience is truly inspiring. It’s like having a personal welcome home every time you enter a room!
For those looking to explore more with Aqara lighting, you might find the Aqara light strip driver module intriguing. It offers a range of automation actions like turning on/off, adjusting brightness, or even setting a specific scenario mode. Perfect for creating an ambiance that suits your mood or activity.
Also, the Aqara Ceiling Light T1M provides opportunities for dynamic tunable white or RGB effects, which could add a more vibrant touch to your setup. These devices support a variety of automation actions, from adjusting brightness to setting specific color temperatures.
I’m eager to hear what other creative setups the community has come up with. Keep sharing your experiences, and let’s continue to enhance our smart home environments together!