I replaced my smart bulbs with smart relays and saved my family from home automation fatigue
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Smart bulbs create friction in home automation because cutting power via a wall switch disables them entirely. Smart relays solve this by separating the physical switch input from the load line using 'detached relay mode', so flipping a wall switch sends a local network command instead of cutting power. The post walks through wiring a smart relay behind an existing wall switch and configuring detached mode, enabling physical switches and smart automations to coexist without family conflict or internet dependency.
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Smart bulbs are great in theoryThe alternative is much smarterSwap to local smart relays with easeStop allowing your smart home to cause friction388 Impressions