Using Galaxy Watch as a presense sensor to unlock Door upon arrival

Devices & Integrations
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Is it possible to set an automation so that my Samsung Galaxy watch becomes a presence sensor and unlocks the front door when I arrive ?

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I have tried over the years to get my Samsung watches to work as presence sensor, but I’ve never had any success. I can get any variety of my Galaxy phones to work, but none of my watches. Even with the ST’s app loaded on the watch, I’ve not been able to make it work.

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Thanks I am glad lt was not just me that could not figure it out.

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Actually you can do this quite easily with edgebridge:
https://community.smartthings.com/t/edgebridge/
This tracks if your wi-fi device is connected to your home network so you can make ST routines based on that information. For example if my or my wifes phone connects to our wlan it opens door locks and turns video surveillance and other security features off and when both of us leave home it checks that unnecessary devices are turned off and activates security features.
Only downside is that you need a always on PC (windows/*nix) to run it but it works extremely well and reliably after that!

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First off, make sure your watch is consistently connected to your phone and the SmartThings app. Sometimes, the connection can be spotty, which might mess up the unlocking process. Also, battery life is crucial—if your watch dies, so does your easy access. Maybe have a backup plan like a keypad or a traditional key just in case.Another thing to consider is the range. Your SmartThings hub and door lock need to be within a good range to communicate effectively. If you have a big house or thick walls, you might need to add some repeaters to boost the signal.Overall, it’s a cool way to integrate tech into your daily routine. If you’re into gadgets, you might want to check out some cool watches here: https://replicapanerai.io. Just something I found that could be interesting for those who like to keep their tech game strong.

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Setting up your Samsung Galaxy watch as a presence sensor is an interesting idea, but let’s be real—if you need your watch to unlock the door for you, maybe you’re overcomplicating things. Back in the day, we managed just fine without all this fancy tech.

But hey, if you’re into that sort of thing, at least you can distract yourself with some perfect Rolex clones. They look great and won’t break the bank like the real deal. Just make sure not to rely on your watch for everything; it won’t do your thinking for you.