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    HomePod HomePod mini power over ethernet (POE)

    Has anyone tried to install a homepod mini using POE? Theoretically it should work, however I am having some trouble. As I increase the volume above 70% the mini shuts off abruptly. It works just fine up until about 70% volume. I am using a 24-port NETGEAR switch (GS728TP - POE+) and 190w...
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    iOS 17 beta - home control widgets usefulness?

    I have an iPhone 11 lying around with very bad battery. I'm wondering if some combination of Standby Mode and Interactive Widgets would allow me turn it into a permanently plugged-in home console. All of the lights in my house are HomeKit controlled and having a permanent control console would...
    • mark-vdw
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    • home automation homekit ios 17
    • Replies: 1
    • Forum: iOS 17
  3. srbNYC

    Home Can't get two Minis to operate separately

    Just got a second HomePod Mini for the kitchen. They are not paired for stereo -- but I can't seem to get them to play one at a time via the Home app on the iPhone. I tap one in the app, and they both go off; tap it again, and they both go on. Driving me crazy, and just can't figure it out...
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    HomeKit Homebridge Broadlink S3 Hub (&LC1 Light Switch) plugin.....ALMOST works

    Hi I've been trying to get my Broadlink LC1 light switches to work with either HomeBridge or Home Assistant. I stumbled across a plugin called homebridge-broadlink-s3 (https://github.com/dev4i/homebridge-broadlink-s3) - it automatically finds the LC1 switch BUT toggling the switchin HomeBridge...
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    Shortcut to edit multiple alarms

    Hi all, I am trying to create a shortcut that will ask for a time input then use that to edit 4 already created alarms with 10 minute intervals (eg. if you say 8:00 edit alarm 1 to 8:00, alarm 2 to 8:10, alarm 3 to 8:20 and alarm 4 to 8:30) - it seems so easy to create new alarms is it really...
    • duus92
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    • automation home automation ios14.5 shortcuts
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: iOS 14
  6. stevegerard15

    All iPads Anyone Using an iPad for Home Automation?

    I'd like to connect my iPad to few home appliances, though I'm wondering if this is a good idea. I also have a Samsung Galaxy and it seems to me that there things are easier as you can connect more devices. Do you have any experience with Apple Home kit or the Smartthings hub and do you use any...
  7. stevegerard15

    Do you have any experience with iPad Mounts?

    Hello there, I'm thinking if you have ordered any iPad mounts - wall or table mounts - for home automation. What is your experience, which products you liked and how much was the cost? I'd really appreciate any answers since there are quite some inexpensive and some very expensive mounts.
  8. palbiswas

    HomeKit how to automatically switch on lights if room gets dark?

    I want to automatically switch on lights if room gets dark on a cloudy gloomy day. don't want to trigger based on motion - instead want to use light level. I installed a Philips Hue Motion sensor - which added a light level sensor in Home app - but not able to use that to trigger an automation...
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    HomeKit Home Automation all a sudden stopped working

    Not sure but I set up automations to turn on my smart plugs at sunrise and sunset, everything has been working, but for the past 2 days they don't work anymore. I try to manually turn them on and off using the Home.app and Siri and it's working, however the automation part isn't working.
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    Using Roccat Browsers Navigate Launchers to control home.

    I love the Roccat Browser, as it works on all my mac's from my old PPC G4 all the way to my latest Macbook. On feature I use a lot is Navigate Launchers which basically allows you to create shortcuts to your favourite sites / web apps etc.. But today I thought what if I create home actions...
    • runeapple
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    • browser home automation if this then that ifttt internet browser mac app macos roccat shortcut web browser
    • Replies: 0
    • Forum: Mac Apps
  11. Volusia

    Home Location Based Automation Not Working

    I am running Lutron Caseta switches and a HomePod through the Home app. I am having trouble getting an automation to run. I have it set up to turn on a specific light whenever any of us come home but it is not working. Within the HomeKit I have identified the automation as "When Anyone...
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    HomeKit Home Automation & Smart Locks

    Contemplating my start with HomeKit and a Schlage Sense smart lock. I have 3 exterior doors on my house. If I want to automate the securing of my perimeter, it seems I would need 3 of these lock sets - expensive & overkill? I have not implemented an alarm system yet so that is not yet an option...
  13. ourcore

    Geofenced automations no longer working

    I have an Apple TV and iPhone X running the latest versions of tvOS/iOS and I recently noticed that my geofenced automations (when I leave/arrive home) aren't working anymore. Looking in the Home app, both automations are enabled and working when I test them, but the "When" actions say "Any of...
  14. KingBowser64

    Sonos AirPlay 2

    So within the last week or two, Sonos had two major announcements: 1: Sonos One 2: AirPlay 2 Support (Future update) In our household, we have quite the Sonos and HomeKit setups, which I listed at the bottom of this post. If anyone has any questions about any of the products, feel free to ask...
  15. rhett7660

    Lutron Caseta & Smartthings for Motion

    Hello, I would like to add a motion detector in a few of the rooms I have, however I want to know if anybody has used the above items and if so how did it work for you? Was there a lag or delay with the lights going on and off? Thanks
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    All iPads Who has a 'Home' iPad used to control music, lights and other smart devices?

    I'm interested in using an iPad as a 'home' control centre and looking for folks who have done it who could provide app recommendations, installation mounting products/hacks/photos and best location in the home suggestions
    • tassyk
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    • cctv home app home automation iot music smart home
    • Replies: 5
    • Forum: iPad
  17. rhett7660

    Any Wink Users here?

    Hello, I have been looking for a hub that can control my Lutron, Ecobee systems, and also provide motion detectors for the house. So far Wink can do all of that, but I was wondering if anyone here has any experience with them and if so how do you like them? I am extremely happy with the...
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    Network Setup and ATV/iTunes/Airplay....

    Sorry if this topic gets into the weeds of network setup, but curious how people are setting up their home networks. i finally got around to laying out some ethernet connections and its a huge difference in speed, but in setting it up I started reading about network setup and security. Im a...
    • gpspad
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    • airplay atv home automation home sharing itunes networking security setup streaimng wireless
    • Replies: 3
    • Forum: Apple TV and Home Theater
  19. ra4oasis

    New Homekit user here. Customize geofencing for two users?

    Although I love the idea of my lights turning off and on when i come and go, is there a way in the Home app to say something like, I'm leaving the house, but my wife isn't, so leave the lights on. But if we are both leaving, turn them off? I'm using an Koogeek outlet, my wife and I both have iOS...
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    Can Home Automation reduce my electric bills in reality?

    Hello Everyone, I am looking to automate by home, in terms of Lighting & sensors, but the problem is that i am layman in terms of Automation. Can anyone please assist / guide me on the above concern raised regarding Home Automation. Thanks in advance.. Regards, Kripali K
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