Exploring Smart Home Automation Tips and Tricks

Hey everyone! I’m diving into the world of smart home automation and have a few questions and experiences to share. First, does anyone have tips on integrating multiple brands like Philips Hue and Amazon Echo seamlessly? I’ve heard it’s possible but would love some firsthand advice.

On another note, I’ve been experimenting with setting up routines using sunset times. It’s been a bit tricky, especially with daylight saving changes. Has anyone found a reliable way to automate lights and security systems based on sunset without manual adjustments?

I also came across an issue with my Yale YRD-210 lock where I can’t adjust the auto-lock time through the Smart Lock app. Does anyone know of a better device handler or workaround for this? Disabling the beep during late hours would be a huge plus too!

Lastly, I’m curious about others’ experiences with motion detectors and how they integrate with existing routines. Any clever tips or common pitfalls to avoid?

Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and learning from the community! :rocket: