How to Use Smart Devices and Alexa to Save Energy at Home?

With energy prices soaring, smart home devices have become not just tools for convenience but essential aids for energy saving in households. Imagine being able to automatically turn on your heater before you get up, adjusting it to the right temperature based on pre-set conditions, and turning it off when you leave the house. This would not only provide a comfortable experience but also significantly reduce energy consumption.

However, while it sounds simple, the actual operation can be somewhat complex. Most families integrate various smart devices with Alexa and set up routines (Routine) for energy-saving automation. However, Alexa does not directly support using temperature changes as a trigger condition. This is where devices from LinknLink shine, especially the eHub, eTHS, and eRemote Sensor Kit. These devices not only support real-time temperature monitoring but can also be easily integrated with Alexa.

Here's a clever method combining LinknLink's features with Alexa routines to achieve smart energy savings:

1) Use a trick:

Utilize the feature in Alexa routines that allows motion as a trigger condition. You can set the heater to turn on when motion is detected and turn off when it is not.

2) Link LinknLink's Alexa skill:

First, link the LinknLink skill in your Alexa account.

3) Add a virtual device in the LinknLink App:

Open the LinknLink App, click "+", select "Add Device", then choose "Smart Services" and add a virtual device named "Toggle State".

4) Set up routines through Alexa:

After addition, Alexa will recognize a new "motion sensor." Next, set up this sensor in Alexa to link actions with the heater.

5) Manually adjust the Toggle State:

In the LinknLink App, you can manually change the state of the Toggle State virtual device to simulate motion detection.

6) Set up temperature-related routines:

The most crucial step is to set up a routine in the LinknLink App that links the temperature sensor with the Toggle State virtual device. Set a temperature range to control the heater's on and off states.

With these steps, you can achieve a smart energy-saving plan that automatically controls the heater based on temperature changes, without directly setting temperature triggers in Alexa. This method not only improves living comfort but also contributes to energy saving and emission reduction.

With LinknLink smart devices, you can control your home's energy use more precisely, achieving a lifestyle that is both comfortable and energy-efficient. This is the blessing of technological advancement—making our lives not only smarter but also more environmentally friendly.