I have:
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Automated blind - opening/closing by time
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All lights automated - downlights, under cabinet LED strip, plinth LED strip. Rules switch on the LED by time or when the blind is closed. As my alarm armed/disarmed status is monitored, the lights won't come on if we're in bed or not home
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Washing machine - standard non smart connected through power monitoring outlet with contact on cupboard door. Rule using power monitoring sends notifications to phones and dashboard (variable) when complete, while opening the cupboard door for more than 15 seconds completes the rule, nulls the notification variable.
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Dishwasher - smart connected with Home Connect integration. Sends notifications as the washing machine above using rule. Dashboard can show time remaining and percentage completion, active program etc.
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Fridge - smart connected with LG Thin Q integration. Sends notifications to variable and phones when door left open, filter needs changing. Connection is a bit temperamental
With hindsight - I could've just used a smart plug and contact for the dishwasher as I have the washing machine. We don't start it remotely and only need to know when it's finished.