Exploring Smart Home Gadgets and Troubleshooting Tips

Hey everyone! I’ve been diving into the world of smart home gadgets lately and wanted to share some of my experiences and questions with you all. I’ve recently come across some interesting devices and also encountered a few bumps along the way. Let’s chat about it! First off, I’ve been really curious about the MoesGo Smart Bluetooth Fingerbot Switch. It seems like a cool little device for automating switches, but unfortunately, it doesn’t ship to Israel. Does anyone know of a similar product that works with Homey? I’d love to find an alternative that offers the same functionality without the shipping hassle. On another note, I’ve been experimenting with Zigbee switches. I managed to add a 3-gang Zigbee switch to my Hubitat setup, but I’m struggling with how to control each of the three lights individually from the dashboard. I’ve looked through some documentation, but I’m not quite getting it. If anyone has a step-by-step guide or some tips, I’d be super grateful! Speaking of dashboards, I’ve been using Hubitat for a while now and really like its customization options. However, I’m still trying to wrap my head around how to set up flows and automations effectively. I’ve heard great things about the Rule Machine, but I’m finding it a bit overwhelming at first. Has anyone created some helpful templates or guides for setting up common automations? Another thing I’ve been tinkering with is MQTT integration. I’ve got it up and running for the most part, but I’m having trouble with the $command functionality. It works when I send direct commands to specific devices, but the $command method doesn’t seem to trigger anything. I’m sure it’s something simple I’m missing. Any advice from the MQTT gurus out there? On a lighter note, I’ve been keeping an eye out for upcoming gadgets. The Flic Duo sounds like an exciting addition to any smart home setup. Its gesture-based controls and detachable design are pretty innovative. I’m definitely keeping this one on my radar for future upgrades. Lastly, I’ve been exploring some energy-saving solutions for my setup. I’ve come across some UPS options that seem promising for keeping my smart devices running during power outages. If anyone has experience with UPS devices in their smart home setup, I’d love to hear about your experiences and recommendations. All in all, it’s been a fun journey learning about all the different aspects of smart home technology. There’s always something new to discover or troubleshoot, which keeps things interesting! I’d love to hear about your experiences and tips as well. Let’s keep the conversation going! Cheers, [Your Name]