A Sixth Sense
In this case, the devices will communicate as soon as a household member walks near another smart home device with an app downloaded to their phone or tablet. Depending on the temperature it has set, the thermostat will know that someone is home and will switch on the heat or the air conditioning.
Set Up Hunches
- Open the Alexa app.Go to “More” and click “Settings.”Tap “Hunches”Set up the automatic actions.
If you find that your system or hunches aren’t responding, there are some quick fixes you can try.
Permissions For Hunches
- Launch the Alexa application.Select “More”Select “Settings”Scroll down to “Hunches” and select itClick “Settings”You may enable or disable hunch notifications under “Suggestions.”
In case you decide to turn hunches off, you can always go back and turn them on again by following these instructions. This allows the user to have more access and control over their home to make an informed decision about whether or not this is the right option for them.
Using Voice Commands
- Alexa, goodnightAlexa, disable hunchesAlexa, turn up the heatAlexa, change the temp to (insert degree option here)Alexa, I’m leaving
When you make automatic actions for Alexa, you can proactively act on hunches. Alexa can, for instance, adjust your smart home devices automatically if you are asleep or away. Remember that this can only occur if you set these unches up in advance. Alexa will not automatically assume these things without set routines.
