Optimizing Power Consumption in Smart Home Devices: A Community Discussion
As a homeowner who’s deeply into smart home technology, I’ve been exploring ways to optimize power consumption across my devices. One area that’s caught my attention is the nRF5340’s network core, which seems to be a significant power consumer in wireless data transmission. My team and I have been experimenting with disabling the network core during idle periods to reduce current draw, but we’ve encountered some timing issues that need addressing.
I’d love to hear from the community—what methods have you used to minimize power consumption in your setups? Are there specific configurations or sleep modes that you’ve found particularly effective? I’m also curious about experiences with ESB (Enhanced ShockBurst) options that might lower current draw without compromising performance.
On a lighter note, I recently upgraded my smart lighting system with Govee products, and I must say, they’ve been a game-changer. The integration with my voice assistant has been seamless, and the energy efficiency is impressive. It’s amazing how modern tech can balance functionality with sustainability!
Let’s keep the conversation going—share your tips, tricks, and experiences below! 
