Terence EdenNov 8, 2023

Those of you who have a #SmartHome, what are your use-cases for smart plugs?

Most of my electrical things aren't just on/off.

I've got a light, a fan, and an electric blanket which can be controlled from the plug.

Other things (like TV, kettle, etc) need interaction after the power is turned on.

Have you found any good uses for #IoT plugs?

(Not interested in rants about security & privacy, thanks.)

Show threadFabienNov 8, 2023
@Edent My main use case would be more easily shutting down fully system to save energy (ie ensure the TV?players/streamer etc) are disconnected at night, but am not sure if the extra power consumption from the smart plug wouldn’t cancel the savings out.
Other use case would be running a dehumidifier on. schedule.
Show threadEd EverettNov 8, 2023
@fabienmarry @Edent a dumb timer plug could probably do that quite well if you have a regular schedule
Show threadFabien
@edeverett Schedule varies, I need easy overide, and have v limited space.
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