Hello everyone! 
I’m new to the world of smart home technology and I’m absolutely thrilled to dive into this exciting space. I recently decided to upgrade my home security and lighting system, and I wanted to share my experiences and ask a few questions to the community.
First off, I installed a Wyze Thermostat to control my home’s heating and cooling system. It’s been a bit of a learning curve, but I’m starting to get the hang of it. I set it up to maintain a stable temperature of 74°F, which seems to work well. However, I’m still a bit confused about the “Above” and “Below” settings. Does the thermostat automatically adjust the temperature based on these settings, or do I need to manually input them? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!
I also decided to add some motion sensors to my porch for better security. I chose the Wyze Motion Sensor because it’s battery-powered and easy to install. The setup was straightforward, but I’m curious about how to configure it to work seamlessly with my smart lights. I want the lights to turn on automatically when motion is detected, but I also want them to stay off during daylight hours. Is there a way to set this up without any complicated programming?
Another thing I’m exploring is the integration of my smart devices with Alexa. I’ve heard that you can control your smart home devices using voice commands, but I’m not entirely sure how to set this up. For example, I’d love to say, “Alexa, turn on the porch lights,” and have them respond instantly. Is this something that’s easy to configure, or does it require some technical know-how?
I also came across the Wyze Outdoor Cam, and I’m really impressed with its features. It’s weatherproof and has night vision, which is perfect for my needs. However, I noticed that live view isn’t supported via Alexa. I’d love to be able to check in on my porch from anywhere using my Echo Show. Does anyone know if there’s a workaround for this?
Lastly, I’d like to share a tip I learned while setting up my devices. I found that organizing my devices into groups in the Wyze app makes it much easier to control them. For instance, I have a group for all my outdoor lights, which I can turn on or off with a single tap. It’s been a lifesaver!
I’m really enjoying the journey of turning my home into a smart home, and I’m excited to learn more from all of you. If anyone has tips, tricks, or recommendations, I’d love to hear them! Thanks for being such a supportive community. 