Hi everyone, I’m diving into the world of smart camera automation and wanted to share my thoughts and experiences. I recently set up a Blink security camera on my terrace, and it’s been a game-changer for monitoring the area while we’re away. However, I’m looking to take it a step further by arming and disarming the camera based on our daily routines and even during certain times of the day, like at night when we’re asleep.
Here’s where things get interesting. I want the camera to arm itself not just when we’re away, but also during the night when we’re at home. The challenge is avoiding false alarms, especially during warm evenings when we tend to stay out later or on weekends when we sleep in. I’ve considered using light switches as part of the automation logic, but I’m curious if there’s a more seamless way to achieve this without relying solely on time-based triggers.
I’ve also noticed that the delay in notifications on my iPad can be frustrating, especially when I want to ensure the camera is active. I’ve read that this might be an issue with Android notifications, but I’m hoping there’s a workaround for the iPad.
If anyone has successfully implemented a similar setup or has tips on optimizing automation for security cameras, I’d love to hear your insights! Let’s brainstorm together on how to make this automation as efficient and reliable as possible. Thanks for your help, and happy automating! 