Hi everyone! I’ve been diving into the world of home automation lately, and I wanted to share some exciting finds and tips that might interest you. 
First off, I stumbled upon some amazing deals on Govee products at Sam’s Club! Their latest porch lights with built-in motion sensors are a steal, especially after the initial release price. If you’re looking to upgrade your outdoor lighting, I highly recommend checking these out. Plus, don’t forget to use a cash-back app to maximize your savings—every little bit helps! 
On the automation front, I’ve been experimenting with setting up a system to monitor and control my DSL modem remotely. It’s been a bit of a learning curve, but I’ve found some great resources and even a switch on Amazon that seems promising. The idea is to have the Vera Edge ping the modem and reboot it if there’s a network loss. If anyone has experience with this or knows of a better way, I’d love to hear your thoughts! 
Another project I’ve been working on is integrating my Philips TV with Home Assistant. I’ve managed to get all the media info showing up perfectly, but the artwork still isn’t displaying. I’ve tried tweaking the configuration and enabling developer mode, but no luck yet. If anyone has successfully done this, please share your setup—it would be a huge help! 
Lastly, I wanted to mention the new GP-Pro EX Ver4.09.450 update. It’s great to see Window 11 support and improved recipe functionality. I’ve been using it for a while now, and it’s made managing my home systems so much smoother. If you haven’t updated yet, it’s definitely worth a look! 
Let me know if you’ve tackled any of these projects or have tips to share—I’m always eager to learn more! Happy automating! 