Hi everyone, I’m really excited to explore the possibilities of using the Shelly Duo RGBW in my smart home setup! I’ve been using Shelly products for a while now, and they’ve consistently impressed me with their versatility and reliability. This time, I’m looking into how I can leverage the Shelly Duo RGBW to indicate real-time energy prices.
Here’s the scenario: I have several Plus 1PM units set up to control my heating based on the current energy price. It works seamlessly, turning devices on or off depending on whether it’s cost-effective. Now, I’m wondering if I can use the Shelly Duo RGBW as a visual indicator of the energy price. For instance, different colors could represent different price tiers—green for low prices, yellow for medium, and red for high. This would make it incredibly easy to glance at the lamp and decide whether to use energy-intensive appliances or wait for a better time.
I’ve already started brainstorming how this could work. The Shelly Duo RGBW’s ability to change colors based on API data seems perfect for this application. I could potentially set up a script that fetches the current energy price and adjusts the lamp’s color accordingly. It would be a fun and practical project, combining aesthetics with functionality.
I’d love to hear from anyone who has experience with similar setups or who might have tips on how to implement this effectively. Let’s discuss how we can make this idea a reality! 