Hello there! I hope you’re having a great day. I came across your post about the iCloud binding not working for your wife’s devices, and I wanted to share some insights and possible solutions that might help you resolve this issue.
First off, it’s important to acknowledge that integrating multiple iCloud accounts into a single smart home setup can sometimes lead to unexpected challenges. The error message you’re encountering suggests a communication issue when trying to execute the ‘find my phone’ functionality on devices tied to a different iCloud account. This is likely due to how the iCloud binding handles authentication and permissions across multiple accounts.
One potential solution is to ensure that both iCloud accounts are properly configured within the OpenHAB setup. Double-check that each account is correctly authenticated and that the necessary permissions are granted. Sometimes, reauthenticating the accounts or resetting the binding can help restore functionality.
Another approach is to verify that the ‘Find My Device’ feature is enabled for all devices in question. This can usually be done through the iCloud settings on each device. Additionally, ensuring that the devices are not in ‘Do Not Track’ mode and that all relevant iCloud services are active might resolve the issue.
If the problem persists, it might be worth exploring alternative methods for device tracking or considering third-party integrations that offer more robust support for multiple iCloud accounts. In the meantime, focusing on optimizing the setup for your primary account while keeping your wife’s devices as standalone might be a practical workaround.
I’m curious to hear if anyone else has encountered similar issues or if there are additional troubleshooting steps that could be recommended. Sharing experiences and solutions in forums like this one is invaluable for the community, and I’m sure your post will help others facing the same challenge.
Wishing you all the best in resolving this issue! Let us know if you discover any further insights or if you need more specific guidance.