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The Wink home automation thread

Im seeing similar. If I go look at the PPG icon -its 'on', if I then leave the page and return it's 'off'. The actual power is off. Good catch.
- wagohn
- Post #2,918
- Aug 21, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Ha! Its working now. I left him a message so perhaps he fixed it. Looks great. Thanks all for the recommendation. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,873
- Aug 14, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Me too. It's clunky and takes time to boot etc -easier to just find my phone. I was hoping for something that would free me from searching for my phone every time I want to turn a light on or edit settings. Seems a web-based solution accessible from any PC would be the way to go. I was...
- wagohn
- Post #2,871
- Aug 14, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Thanks, looks interesting but is crashing on login.
- wagohn
- Post #2,868
- Aug 12, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Does anyone know of a desktop app for Wink? I find it clumsy and inconvenient to go get my phone out of the car when sitting in the house and a light fails to turn on per schedule. I know that you can run an Android emulator that runs the Wink app, but it seems silly to boot into a whole...
- wagohn
- Post #2,866
- Aug 12, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Took delivery yesterday. I ordered 2 at $20 and boy was the box HEAVY for 2 power strips. Likewise, took 2 tries to sync but I am now using the strip to power an outside security light (sunset/sunrise). I'm happy because I did have 2 GE Link bulbs in the security light and so using the strip...
- wagohn
- Post #2,841
- Aug 5, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

I have one on my wishlist but I think they are a little pricey right now. I missed the $99 price a few weeks ago but am ready to pounce when it comes around again. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,825
- Aug 3, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

+1 - Originally I complained of the unreliability of turning on lights etc, but for the last month or so Wink has performed pretty good. Even my wife has noticed how nice it is to have our lights on a reliable schedule for dawn/dusk and 'on vacation'. If my wife is noticing my geek hobby...
- wagohn
- Post #2,821
- Aug 3, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Me too. I have 2 GE Link bulbs in an outside security light. The light plugs into an outlet in the garage. As I need more bulbs, I can now use this strip to control the security light and use regular bulbs - freeing up 2 GE Link bulbs. Lots of negative reviews but for $20, I will chance it...
- wagohn
- Post #2,790
- Jul 24, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Very tempting :) However, the device assumes 'buying into' the whole Wink ecosystem. Without 'local control' it makes me wary that if Wink 'went away', Im left with a $99 dooorstop. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,772
- Jul 22, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Thanks so much for the info. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,768
- Jul 21, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Can Alexa set light schedules? For example can you say: "Alexa - set lighting schedule for porch light to come on daily at 9pm" or is limited to more basic commands such as: "Alexa - turn on porch light" Thanks for your feedback.
- wagohn
- Post #2,766
- Jul 21, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Yes, more half-baked functionality. I also see the suggestion of future 'Apple Watch' support. I'd suggest that Wink figure out how to make my light bulb operate (on / off) on a more than 60% success ratio first. I have a new hub and 6 GE Link bulbs. The bulbs all seem to take turns on who is...
- wagohn
- Post #2,700
- Jun 30, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Thanks for the info. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,665
- Jun 15, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

At this stage, would anyone still recommend buying GE Link Bulbs? I need to add 4 more but if they are soon to be obsolete, I will hold off. Any ideas if GE bulbs will work with the new Apple or Android Home Automation? I'd hate to drop $60 on bulbs this weekend and Wink to go away next...
- wagohn
- Post #2,648
- Jun 12, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

I think they're done. With the April update nightmare and now Apple and Android fully jumping into the HA market, its only a matter of time. Strictly because of the emergence of Apple / Android HA, I've stuck to buying bulbs only, in the hope they will work with the emerging systems. Its...
- wagohn
- Post #2,633
- Jun 9, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Sorry, I've been absent for a while so just got your PM. I cant reply to your PM as I dont have enough posts. Thanks so very much for your generosity - I really appreciate it. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,566
- May 22, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

My point is; with Comcast I knew the price and expected a service. I paid the price and received the service. I have no complaints. Comcast internet speed is second to none in my area (no fiber etc) and the X1 system is very nice. I pay $109 per month for all channels (including HBO etc) and...
- wagohn
- Post #2,478
- May 7, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

I will take your 'probably broken' hub for the cost of shipping. Im hesitant in actually paying full retail for one as they seem so problematic. :) Sorry that I cant PM you - I dont have enough posts :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,472
- May 6, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

2nd to last - don't forget Wink ;)
- wagohn
- Post #2,470
- May 6, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

Looks like Wink will soon have another competitor - Comcast. They are moving nto home automation. http://www.cepro.com/article/comcast_to_open_api_for_xfinity_home_automation_adds_nest_arlo_lutron_skybe/ I have the Comcast X1 'dvr' its a very impressive piece of hardware and has unlimited...
- wagohn
- Post #2,467
- May 6, 2015
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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The Wink home automation thread

Which is why its critical that the Wink app allows LOCAL control of devices. if Wink servers go away, so does all the control of our devices. For now, Im sticking with GE 'smart' light bulbs that, if needed, can be turned on and off with an old fashioned switch. :)
- wagohn
- Post #2,418
- Apr 30, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

I don't know - the article has a point. Just for the whole 'hub fiasco' the wink platform is on sketchy ground. I'm still not convinced that Wink can recover from that. I think the article is getting at the fact that the 'everyday Joe' will have similar issues with the Wink platform. If Home...
- wagohn
- Post #2,413
- Apr 30, 2015
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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The Wink home automation thread

Just a geeks heads-up. I had no interest in buying one previously but just searched Amazon for Wink products and the Wink Egg Minder is reduced from $50 to $10 (free 2 day shipping for Prime). Its the dumbest thing ever but claims it counts eggs remaining and their expiration dates. For $10, I...
- wagohn
- Post #2,366
- Apr 24, 2015
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The Wink home automation thread

I'm actually happy I held off purchasing the Wink Hub. I'm using the 'cheapo' Link hub that came with 2 bulbs for $25 from Home Depot. Works great. Only works with bulbs but after this Wink debacle, it will be a long time before I trust a third-party with the security, locks, or heating of my...
- wagohn
- Post #2,296
- Apr 20, 2015
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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The Wink home automation thread

Thanks! Wink app works great on my PC using this system. :)
- wagohn
- Post #1,953
- Apr 8, 2015
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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The Wink home automation thread

Thanks for the advice. I only need lights for now so I will stick with GE Link bulbs as they appear to be fairly universal. Thanks!
- wagohn
- Post #1,944
- Apr 8, 2015
- Forum: Mobile Devices
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The Wink home automation thread

I bought the $24 kit from Home Depot on Sunday. So far I like it. The GE bulb color is more 'orange' than I would like but its fine. Setup was breeze and the Wink app works great with the product. I have the two included bulbs setup on schedules and so far they have been flawless. I ordered...
- wagohn
- Post #1,942
- Apr 8, 2015
- Forum: Mobile Devices

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