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I get package thefts, people pissing on my entryway, and general creeping late night. Of course I have a doorbell cam but it doesn't help. I've now set up a homekit automation which triggers via the doorbell's motion sensor. It flicks the exterior and interior hall lights on via smart switch, one after the other with a slight random jitter, to create the illusion of someone about to come out the door.


For those looking for a simpler, cheaper solution, you can buy exterior light bulbs with built-in motion sensors for about $15.

It scores exactly zero geek cred, but it works if you're renting and don't want to go the full-blown home automation route.


Thanks for that, perfect for my porch light.




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