https://smarthome-aber-sicher.de/en/tags/window-sensor/ Recent content in Window Sensor on Smart Home? Sure — But Secure! Hugo -- gohugo.io en Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0200 https://smarthome-aber-sicher.de/en/blog/2026/02/01/3-smart-home-devices-i-would-buy-again-and-again/ Sun, 01 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0200 https://smarthome-aber-sicher.de/en/blog/2026/02/01/3-smart-home-devices-i-would-buy-again-and-again/ <img src="https://smarthome-aber-sicher.de/blog/2026/02/01/3-smarthome-ger%C3%A4te-die-ich-immer-wieder-kaufen-w%C3%BCrde/cover.jpeg" alt="Featured image of post 3 Smart Home devices I would buy AGAIN and again!" /><p><strong>What makes a smart home device a true workhorse?</strong></p> <p>Many devices promise a lot – but which ones actually run reliably year after year? In my new video I share my personal top 3 that have been running without issues for years and genuinely improve my daily life.</p> <ul> <li>Why I have 34 Shelly actuators installed and what makes them so special</li> <li>How 7 Aqara motion sensors provide comfort and automation (and why I wouldn&rsquo;t want to live without them)</li> <li>What Homematic window contacts with 15 years of longevity teach you about &ldquo;never change a running system&rdquo;</li> </ul> <p>👉 <strong>Curious? The video shows all the details, practical examples and my golden rules for long-lasting smart home installations!</strong></p> <div class="video-wrapper"> <div class="video-placeholder" onclick="loadIframe(this)"> <img src="https://smarthome-aber-sicher.de/img/sas_youtube.png" alt="YouTube Video"> <div class="play-button"></div> <div class="privacy-notice" style="color: var(--card-text-color-main);"> To load the video, please click the image. Please note that by doing so, data will be transmitted to YouTube. </div> </div> </div> <script> function loadIframe(element) { var iframe = document.createElement('iframe'); iframe.setAttribute('loading', 'lazy'); iframe.setAttribute('src', 'https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/A_dvY8rgkrs'); iframe.setAttribute('allowfullscreen', ''); iframe.setAttribute('title', 'YouTube Video'); element.parentNode.replaceChild(iframe, element); } </script> <style> .video-placeholder { position: relative; cursor: pointer; } .video-placeholder img { width: 100%; height: auto; } .play-button { position: absolute; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); width: 60px; height: 60px; background: url('/img/youtube_button.svg') no-repeat center center; background-size: contain; } .video-placeholder:hover .play-button { position: absolute; top: 50%; left: 50%; transform: translate(-50%, -50%); width: 60px; height: 60px; background: url('/img/youtube_button_hover.svg') no-repeat center center; background-size: contain; } .privacy-notice { position: absolute; bottom: 50px; width: 100%; left: 50%; transform: translateX(-50%); background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.7); color: white; padding: 5px 10px; border-radius: 5px; font-size: 12px; text-align: center; } </style> <p><strong>Chapters &amp; Topics:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Intro: What makes a good smart home device?</li> <li>Shelly in-wall actuators: Reliability &amp; favourite projects</li> <li>Aqara motion sensors: Comfort gains &amp; automation</li> <li>Homematic window contacts: 15 years of staying power</li> <li>Golden rules for smart home purchases</li> <li>Community question &amp; outlook</li> </ul> <p><strong>Join the discussion:</strong> Which device is YOUR smart home workhorse? What has been running absolutely flawlessly for you for years? Share your experience in the comments – your favourite might end up in the next video!</p> <hr> <p><em>Transparency: Some links in the video and blog are affiliate links. The price stays the same for you, but you support my work. Thank you!</em></p>