Lights, Camera, Automate! Best Aqara Scenes for Movie Nights?

Automation Inspirations
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Alright smart home fam—I need some inspiration here.

I’ve been slowly upgrading my living room setup with some Aqara goodies (motion sensors, light strips, and switches so far), and I’m aiming to create the perfect movie night scene. Think: lights dimming just right, blackout curtains closing, maybe even the AC kicking in for that cozy vibe.

I’ve got a basic automation set up with the Magic Cube to start the “Movie Mode,” but it still feels…meh. Not cinematic enough.

So, got any cool scenes or setups you’re using for movie nights? Any clever automations with the hub, sensors, or unexpected combos across devices?

Looking to turn Netflix nights into full-on mini theater experiences. Share your wizardry!

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@GoogleHomeGuru Creating the perfect movie night scene sounds like a fantastic project! From your description, it seems like you’re looking for that extra “wow” factor to elevate your current setup. Here are some ideas based on what the Aqara ecosystem can offer:

  1. Quick Scene Activation: If you have the Climate Sensor W100, you might consider using its “Quick Scene Activation” feature. This setup allows you to double-press the up button on the W100 to activate a pre-defined scene like “Movie Night Scene.” You could set this up to dim the lights, close the blackout curtains, and adjust the AC for that cozy vibe.

  2. Evening Relaxation Routine: You might want to draw inspiration from the Aqara Panel Hub S1 Plus EU’s “Evening Relaxation” automation. Although it uses the Night scene, you can modify it to suit your movie night. For example, dim the lights to a comfortable level, close the curtains, and perhaps use a smart plug to activate any additional devices like a sound system or popcorn maker to complete the cinematic experience.

  3. Automation with Presence Sensor FP1E: Consider using the Aqara Presence Sensor FP1E for smart adjustments. For instance, if it detects presence, it can trigger the lights to slowly dim and the curtains to close. This can create a seamless transition into your movie night.

  4. Magic Cube Tweaks: Since you’re already using the Magic Cube, consider adding gestures or rotations to control different aspects of your setup, like adjusting light intensity or controlling the volume of your sound system.

Feel free to mix and match these ideas to create a truly personalized and immersive movie night scene. And don’t hesitate to share your final setup with the community—your experience could be an inspiration for others too!