Hi everyone, I’m excited to share my experience with the Arlo Ultra 2 Camera and the Wireless Video Doorbell HD AVD3001-100NAS. After setting up the system, I noticed that the doorbell has the option to record directly to the cloud via the Arlo Premium subscription. While this is a great feature, I’m curious if there’s a way to configure it to record only to the cloud and bypass the local basestation storage entirely. This would be ideal for saving space and ensuring seamless access to recordings from anywhere.
I’ve tried exploring the settings menu, but I haven’t found an explicit option for this yet. Has anyone else successfully configured their doorbell to record exclusively to the cloud? Any insights or tips would be greatly appreciated!
Another thing I’m pondering is the integration of multiple brands within my smart home ecosystem. I currently have a mix of Arlo, Wyze, and Shelly devices, and I’m curious about the best practices for ensuring smooth communication between these systems. For instance, I recently upgraded my Shelly 3EM and noticed that the accumulated energy values reset after a power outage. I’m wondering if there’s a way to manually set these values to maintain continuity in my energy monitoring. I’ve experimented with the API and MQTT, but I haven’t had much luck so far.
I’d also love to hear about any creative solutions or automation scripts others have developed to enhance their smart home setups. Whether it’s a clever workaround for a common issue or a unique way to integrate devices, I’m always eager to learn and improve my system.
Lastly, I’m curious about the firmware updates for the Hubitat hub. I recently received a notification about an update, but I’m unsure what changes to expect. Has anyone reviewed the changelog or noticed any significant improvements after updating? I’m especially interested in any enhancements related to device compatibility or performance optimizations.
Thank you all for your insights and experiences. It’s amazing to be part of such a supportive and innovative community!