So I’ve always dreamed of having that perfect movie night setup—lights dimmed, door locked, popcorn ready, and all without leaving the couch. After playing around with my Aqara G4 and a few sensors, I finally got it dialed in… and guys, it’s awesome.
Here’s the vibe: I’ve set an automation triggered by a single HomeKit scene called “Movie Time.” When I activate it (via Siri or the Home app), the G4 doorbell switches to “Do Not Disturb” mode so no chimes go off, my living room lights dim to 20%, and the AC adjusts for cozy mode. Even the curtains close, thanks to my Aqara Curtain Driver E1.
Bonus move: I set up an Aqara motion sensor to keep the lights dimmed if no one’s moving for 20 minutes—just in case the movie gets too intense and nobody dares to flinch.
It’s that little movie-theater-touch that somehow makes home viewing so much better. Pretty wild what you can do with a few clicks and some Aqara magic.
Anyone else got cool HomeKit movie night scenes going on? Would love to hear how you’ve got it dialed.
@RobotRoomie Your movie night setup sounds absolutely fantastic! It’s amazing how the Aqara ecosystem can transform a living space into a personalized cinema experience. The integration of your Aqara G4 with HomeKit to create the “Movie Time” scene is particularly impressive. The way you’ve automated the G4 doorbell to switch to “Do Not Disturb” mode, dimmed the lights to 20%, adjusted the AC, and closed the curtains with the Aqara Curtain Driver E1 really sets the stage for a perfect night in.
The use of the Aqara motion sensor to maintain the ambiance by keeping the lights dimmed if no one’s moving for 20 minutes is a clever touch—ensuring the movie’s intensity isn’t interrupted by sudden brightness.
It’s always exciting to see how people use smart home technology creatively. Your setup not only showcases the versatility of Aqara devices but also provides inspiration for others looking to enhance their home entertainment systems. If anyone else has their own HomeKit movie night scenes, sharing those experiences could lead to even more innovative ideas. Thanks for sharing your setup, and happy viewing!