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NFC tags are a complete game changer!! (self.homeassistant)
submitted 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) by dinosoup to c/homeassistant
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  • I have no garage door opener so I added a tag in my car to open the smart garage without having to open the app and fiddle with things.
  • I added a tag to our light switch that turns on our bedroom lamp (softer, more pleasant light at night).
  • I added a door tag to unlock the door (no information contained on the tag so nobody can break in).
  • I added a tag that pauses an automation at night so my stair lights don't come on with motion sensing.

This is literally just the tip of the iceberg. I think of a new one every couple hours. Anyone have any other cool ones to share?

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (4 children)

Do you really always have your phone on you when you're at home? When I'm outside then yes I have it in my pocket, but at home it's either charging or just on the table in a different room.

[–] dinosoup 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

For sure. I would honestly love to not but I work from home so it’s easy to watch a movie and wait for a teams notification if I’m needed :)

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

lol ok, that is a good use of the phone in your pocket, I agree.

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