As I’ve been diving deeper into the world of Zigbee devices, one thing that’s become increasingly important to me is optimizing battery life. After all, the convenience of wireless sensors and smart devices is only as good as the longevity of their batteries. I thought I’d share some of my experiences and tips in hopes of sparking a helpful discussion.First off, I’ve found that the placement of devices plays a huge role in battery longevity. My Zigbee network has always been a bit finicky, especially with sensors near areas with heavy Wi-Fi traffic. Moving the Openhab setup closer to the center of my home has made a noticeable difference, but I’m still curious if adjusting the Zigbee channel could help further. I’ve heard that channel 25 is less crowded, but I’d love to hear others’ experiences with channel selection.Another thing I’ve experimented with is power modes. Setting devices to high power or boost mode seems to improve reliability, but I’m concerned about the impact on battery life. Has anyone found a good balance between sensitivity and battery drain? I’d also be interested in hearing about any tricks for extending battery life without sacrificing functionality.One device that’s been particularly problematic for me is the Sonoff SNZB-02. It’s been a reliable workhorse in my bathroom, but its outdoor counterpart on the porch has been a bit of a headache. It stops reporting periodically, and I’ve had to reset it a couple of times. The battery life doesn’t seem to hold up as well either, despite being in a sheltered area. I’d love to know if others have found ways to improve the reliability and battery life of these sensors.On a more positive note, I’ve been impressed with how well my Hue switches remember their settings. It’s a small thing, but it makes a big difference in the user experience. I’m curious if others have tips for maintaining device settings or troubleshooting when they don’t hold as expected.Overall, I’d love to hear from the community about strategies for maximizing battery life and ensuring smooth operation of Zigbee devices. Whether it’s through firmware updates, network optimization, or just smart placement, every tip helps! Let’s keep the conversation going and share our experiences to help each other get the most out of our smart home setups.