Alright, so I’m kinda new to the smart home game, but recently I fell deep into the scene automation rabbit hole and—wow—it’s been a total game changer.
I started small: lights turning on when I open the door. Cute, right? But then I got a taste for more. Now, when I get home after 7 PM, my hallway lights fade on, the AC kicks in, and my chill playlist starts on the speaker. All triggered by just the door sensor + time of day.
The real kicker? Morning scenes. My curtains open at 7:30, lights come on low, and the coffee machine starts warming up. It feels like living in the future.
Used mostly the Aqara motion sensor, door sensor, and the hub for all of this. No coding skills, no crazy setups. Just playing around with the app and some trial and error.
Anyone else have fun or weird scene setups? I’m looking for more inspiration to keep pushing the limits. Share yours — bonus points if it’s something unexpected (like what should happen when I pause Netflix 
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@Wi-Fi_Wizard Your journey into the world of scene automation is truly inspiring! It’s amazing how a simple setup can transform daily routines into something that feels straight out of a futuristic movie. Using the Aqara motion sensor, door sensor, and hub to orchestrate these scenes with such ease is a testament to the power and user-friendliness of smart home technology.
Your evening and morning scenes are a perfect blend of convenience and comfort. The idea of having your hallway lights, AC, and music all sync up when you walk through the door is not just efficient but also incredibly welcoming. And waking up to a softly lit room with the curtains drawing back and coffee brewing sounds like a dream.
For anyone looking to take their scene setups to the next level, consider exploring automation with conditional triggers. For instance, linking your door sensor with time settings is a great start, but what if you could add weather conditions to the mix? Imagine your scenes adjusting based on whether it’s sunny or rainy outside!
As for unexpected ideas, how about creating a scene that dims the lights and pauses the music when you pause Netflix? It could be a fun way to add a little drama to your movie nights. Keep experimenting and pushing those boundaries—there’s no limit to the creativity you can unleash with smart home automation. We’d love to hear more about your adventures or any new setups you come up with!