INSANE Automation Ideas that may take it too far 😬

TL;DR

Innovative smart home automation solutions for everyday tasks and convenience.

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you know how in movies they can hit or kick something and then just magically it starts working well i made it a real thing check this out if someone doesn't know how to start up the theater room they can hit this media cabinet out of frustration and it works it turns everything on but just because i can do this automation doesn't mean that i shoul... Read More

Key Insights

• 😒 Innovative use of automation simplifies daily tasks like starting media devices and choosing what to watch.
• 👪 Integration of smart home devices enhances convenience in various areas, such as cleaning, bedtime routines, and reminders.
• 🧑‍🏭 Balancing practicality and fun factor while considering spouse and family approval in automation choices.

Questions & Answers

Q: How does hitting a media cabinet start up the theater room?

A vibration sensor detects hits on the cabinet, triggering the automation to turn on all smart devices for entertainment.

Q: How does the smart home assist in choosing what to watch?

If the media player doesn't start playing within 10 minutes, the system mutes speakers to prompt echo suggestions from a personalized to-do list.

Q: What automation helps with cleaning specific rooms?

A hidden button instructs the robot vacuum to clean a specific area without the need for complicated app controls.

Q: How does the smart home system assist with kids staying in bed at night?

A door sensor triggers an echo to whisper scary messages, deterring kids from leaving the room, though this may not be spouse-approved.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• Smart home owner creates unique automations for various functions, like starting media devices by hitting a cabinet.

• Automations include reminders for shows to watch, cleaning robots, bedtime routines, and grocery assistance.

• Creative use of NFC tags, buttons, and voice assistants to simplify and enhance daily tasks.