HomePod can detect temperature and humidity.
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This tiny plug is called “Smart Wi-Fi Plug Mini” by Meross (a Chengdu company)
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And in Home App, set automation like this:
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You can convert an AC into a thermostat!
My Automations
Turn off everything when no one is at home
- Turn off lights, music, TV, and AC when nobody’s home
Turn on/off light according to my location and time
- Turn on my room’s light and set to 75% brightness when I arrived home and time is after sunset
Turn on/off AC according to my location and room temperature
- Turn on AC when temperature rises above 25°C and I’m at home
- Turn off AC when temperature drop below 23°C
Morning Setup
- Play “Wake Up” playlist on Apple Music via HomePod in my room at 8 AM
- Turn on my room’s light and set to 100% brightness
Night Setup
- Dim the lights to 10% brightness at bedtime
- Turn off the light after 12PM