Originally Posted by oneant

I try to keep automation limited in scope and as simple as possible. No automated locks, garage door, etc. I just don't trust external access to the internet.

For lights, I set up a few zones where timers, dimming, and using an app is the most convenient. Living room, kitchen table, dining room corner, the boys' playroom, their rooms, and porch. Most everything is on a timer for convenience, but the ability to control everything with Echo or Siri (iPhone, iPad, AppleTV) is really cool. But Echo is where I run into issues for some reason. Individual lights work perfectly, but the groupings (like the living room) don't seem to respond well.

The boys love being able to turn their lights low and blue at night rather than needing nightlights.