I’ve been diving into the world of Zigbee devices lately, and it’s been quite the adventure! 
I recently set up my Homey device and started connecting some smart lights around the house. However, I’ve noticed that the Hue E27 lamps in the farthest corners of my apartment sometimes take a few seconds to respond or don’t turn on at all. This is especially frustrating since these devices are directly connected to my Homey, without any repeaters in between. 
After doing some research, I discovered that Zigbee networks rely heavily on mesh communication, where devices act as repeaters to extend the network range. However, it seems like my Homey isn’t utilizing the existing devices as repeaters effectively. For instance, I have a Hue lamp located strategically between my Homey and the problematic devices, but it’s not being used to strengthen the connection. 
I decided to explore how I could optimize this setup. I came across some suggestions about manually configuring the Zigbee network to force the use of certain devices as repeaters. While I’m not entirely sure how to implement this, I’m hopeful that there might be a way to tweak the settings or perhaps re-pair the devices in a specific order to encourage better mesh formation. 
Another idea I stumbled upon was the possibility of using dedicated Zigbee repeaters to bridge the gaps in the network. I’m curious if there are any recommended models that work well with Homey and can be placed strategically around the house to improve connectivity. 
In the meantime, I’ve been testing the connection stability by periodically turning the lights on and off to see if the issue persists. It’s a bit tedious, but it helps me gauge the problem’s frequency. So far, it seems like the issue is more pronounced when multiple devices are being controlled simultaneously. 
I’d love to hear from others who might have faced similar challenges and how they overcame them. Whether it’s through network optimization, strategic placement of repeaters, or even firmware updates, I’m all ears! 
Let’s keep the discussion going and help each other create smoother, more reliable Zigbee networks. 