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    RT-AX88U / IFTTT and Alexa configuration

    RT-AX88U / IFTTT and Alexa configuration Hi, did some of you encounter issues in setting-up IFTTT and Alexa? 1. Have issue in binding accounts to Alexa and IFFFT. Or binding again. From laptop->browser it is not working. Worked once only via mobile up. Once I try to re-connect it shows...
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    Here are the settings that resolved my issues with iOT devices and the RT-AX86U

    Hey all, After having a very frustrating day yesterday of my smart bulbs not working correctly after the recent firmware update to my RT-AX86U, I finally was able to put together a list of settings from older iOT based threads here on the forums, and other sources I gained by reading online. I...
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    AC88U with 384.15 fw - alexa issue

    Hi, I have a AC88U and I am using AsusWrt-Merlin for the last 2 years. My Alexa integration was working fine. But I used it rarely. Yesterday I realized that it is not working. I disabled the skill and re-enabled, activating and registering both on router and Alexa skill. My router is seen on...
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    RT-AC86U and Alexa IFTTT compatibility

    I just purchased a brand new Asus RT-AC86U router, and I was astonished to see that the latest Asus firmware does not contain the Alexa and IFTTT page. This is despite the fact that all RT-AC86U reviews that I read say it is compatible with Alexa, same as the AC88. Then I installed the latest...
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    • alexa compatibility ifttt merlin rt-ac86u
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    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
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    Need hub recommendations to use with Amazon echo and app motion door sensors

    Need hub recommendations to use with older Amazon echo and app please I have if you smart plugs from Amazon that I use. I have a wyze camera separately. But I do want to add 2 wifi motion detectors and some door sensors. I need this to be compatible with the Alexa app and routines. It seems...
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    AsusWRT Compromised in recent vulnerability, we’re Merlin builds affected.

    I didn’t find a post on this already and if there is, please forgive me and I’ll delete this. https://www.vpnmentor.com/blog/report-asus-alexa-leak/ We’re devices with Merlins build installed also compromised?
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    • alexa asuswrt asuswrt merlin asuswrt vulnerabilities compromise compromised leak vulnerabilities vulnerability
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    • Forum: Asuswrt-Merlin
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    What motion sensor are you using?

    I am looking for motion sensors that can connect with my Lenovo display(google assistant). Was looking at the smart things motion sensors but every store I go to they're either out of stock or they don't sell it lol. Looking for alternatives to the smart things motion sensors, preferably one...
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    Security Systems for Smart Homes

    Okay, I got a Lenovo Smart Display, and I can tell how life-changing these smart home devices are. Like the features available in the Smart Display is just so much more optimal than any other smart home devices. Love the camera shutter feature as well, makes me less paranoid. From there, I have...
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    Orbi Marries Alexa

    NETGEAR just announced a smart-speaker version of its popular Orbi Wi-Fi system at IFA. Orbi Voice is the first "smart speaker" to also include a fully functioning Wi-Fi system node. Its Alexa-powered features come via a four mic, two speaker audio subsystem with 35W of peak power from Harman...
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    Lenovo Smart Display

    Honestly, out of all the smart home devices out there, the best has to be the Lenovo Smart Display. It can connect with many Google devices, and with other Google Assistants as well. The built in screen just gives so much more features than any other devices. Which smart home devices works best...
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    Amazon Acquires Smart Door Bell Maker Ring

    For a Reuters-reported price of over $1 billion, Amazon upped the stakes for its competitors in the smart home security market by buying video doorbell maker, Ring. The acquisition of the motion sensing/video recording/app notifying camera company is the second largest purchase in Amazon’s...
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    Alexa Skill: Turn Media Mode On - Question

    So this seems to be a QOS setting that can be turned on/off with Alexa. The documentation for it is pretty weak so I am wondering if someone can shed some light on what it does exactly. If I am understanding correctly, it prioritizes streaming media when on. What I wanted to know is, if it's...
  13. Julio Urquidi

    Amazon Introduces Its Own Indoor Security Camera

    Following closely on the coattails of its Amazon Key in-home delivery service, Amazon just added its Cloud Cam security camera to its growing list of smart home products. The new Amazon Cloud Cam can be installed as a mounted or free-standing wireless device with a feature set that includes...
  14. Julio Urquidi

    Circle With Disney Adds Connections for Amazon Alexa and IFTTT

    Circle with Disney, an app-managed smart home device that lets parents manage their family’s connected devices, just announced new integrations with Amazon Alexa and IFTTT. Circle provides parental controls that help manage content filtering, bedtime hours, and internet access for devices...
  15. Julio Urquidi

    NETGEAR Arlo Pro 2 Cam Gets 1080p Video, Intros Solar Power Option

    NETGEAR’s update to its Arlo Pro security camera gets a few new features added, as well several standard capabilities found in other cameras. New stuff first… First, Arlo Pro 2 is a 1080p high-definition camera, touted to produce clearer pictures with its 130-degree field of view, providing...
  16. Julio Urquidi

    Amazon Grows Its Echo Family, Putting Alexa Almost Everywhere

    Amazon today significantly expanded its options for getting its Alexa AI terminals into every room of your home. Aside from adding several new Alexa features, Amazon is also introducing a whole set of Echo-related smart home products, including the Echo Spot, Echo Plus, all-new Echo, Echo...
  17. Julio Urquidi

    Latest TP-Link Firmware Update Adds AV, New Alexa and IFTTT Skills

    HomeCare is a new security feature adding anti-virus and malware protection by TrendMicro. It detects network intrusions and quarantines infected devices, while enhancing parental controls and QoS operations. HomeCare will get its updates from TrendMicro, so supported devices such as TP-Link’s...
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    Amazon Gives Alexa Eyes In Your Home

    After leaks yesterday, Amazon officially put the latest member of its Echo/Alexa product family up for sale on its front page a few hours ago. Amazon Echo Show adds a 5 MP camera and 7" color touchscreen to Alexa's bag of tricks. So now Amazon's "ambient computing" presence in your home has...
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    Alexa Skills Come To Linksys Routers

    You can now control some features of Linksys Velop, WRT and Max-Stream routers via Amazon Alexa. The enabled skills are: 1. turning guest access on and off 2. obtaining the guest Wi-Fi name and password 3. getting the main network credentials (this skill can also be turned off)...
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    Amazon Alexa Now Controls Luma

    It looks like Amazon has put more than money behind mesh Wi-Fi company Luma. An email blast just brought news that some Luma features can now be controlled by speaking to Alexa. Using Alexa’s voice controls, Luma and Echo can now “Pause the internet” and “Prioritize Devices” for individual...
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