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cc_in_oh · 09-23-2021, 04:59 PM

When I was evaluating security systems, Ring got lower scores in smart home integration so I'm actually encouraged to hear that someone has this working. That makes it worthwhile to spend some more time trying to figure it out.

Some of this smart home stuff isn't ready for prime time. I have 3 brands of smart light bulbs that work, but the apps are exercises in frustration. The home I bought also has a Liftmaster WiFi garage door opener that I haven't been able to get connected. OTOH, the Ecobee thermostat works pretty well. I had trouble managing deck & landscape lighting with Alexa routines but just setting the smart plug for dusk-to-dawn works fine. It all seems to be a work in progress and I'm optimistic things will continue to improve.

Thanks for taking the time to help...

09-23-2021, 04:59 PM	#4558
cc_in_oh Bob's my uncle Posts: 985 Karma: 17073086 Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: NE OH Device: Kindle	When I was evaluating security systems, Ring got lower scores in smart home integration so I'm actually encouraged to hear that someone has this working. That makes it worthwhile to spend some more time trying to figure it out. Some of this smart home stuff isn't ready for prime time. I have 3 brands of smart light bulbs that work, but the apps are exercises in frustration. The home I bought also has a Liftmaster WiFi garage door opener that I haven't been able to get connected. OTOH, the Ecobee thermostat works pretty well. I had trouble managing deck & landscape lighting with Alexa routines but just setting the smart plug for dusk-to-dawn works fine. It all seems to be a work in progress and I'm optimistic things will continue to improve. Thanks for taking the time to help...