Hey everyone,
I thought I’d share a bit about my recent experiences with my smart home setup. It’s been an exciting journey, but like many of you, I’ve encountered a few bumps along the way. One issue that stood out was with my Amina app and the zigbee network after a power outage or PTP (Power Transfer Protocol).
After some thorough investigation with the app developer, we found that the issue arises because the zigbee network needs to rebuild after a PTP, but Homey doesn’t notify the apps when the network is back up. This can cause apps to start before the network is fully operational, leading to handlers not being configured correctly.
The good news is that there’s a workaround! By creating a flow that detects a Homey restart and delays the app restart by about a minute, we can ensure the zigbee network is fully operational before the app kicks in. This has been a game-changer for me and seems to resolve the issue consistently.
It’s also made me think about how other apps might be affected by similar network-related issues. I wonder if this approach could be a universal solution for maintaining app stability post-reboot.
On a lighter note, I’ve also been exploring some new integrations and automations. It’s amazing how a little tweak can make such a big difference in the overall system performance. I’d love to hear if anyone else has encountered similar issues or has tips for maintaining a smooth-running smart home setup.
Keep experimenting and innovating—let’s keep pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with smart technology!
Cheers,
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