I’ve been trying to find a smarter way to automate my home, especially for when I leave and return. My current system works with time-based triggers, but it doesn’t account for changes in my unpredictable schedule. For example, when I leave for work or run errands, I manually adjust the thermostat, lights, and security system. Using location-based triggers on my phone has been unreliable at times, especially when the GPS accuracy is off or when my phone’s battery is low.
Recently, I started thinking—what if my driving patterns could be used to trigger these automations? I’m talking about a system where, based on my car’s movement, the home automation adjusts accordingly. For example, when I drive away, it could automatically turn off lights or lower the temperature. When I’m heading back, it could adjust the home to be ready for my arrival.
I came across a driving tracker that logs trip details like speed, distance, and start and stop locations. It’s essentially a web tool for measuring total miles driven, which tracks trips and helps users understand driving behavior. I wonder if this kind of tool could be integrated with my home automation system to recognize when I leave or return and adjust settings accordingly.
How can I use driving data, especially when it comes to my car leaving and arriving, to trigger home automation? What tools or systems can help make this work reliably without false positives?