Device Tracker Configuration in Mobile App

S.C.O.R.E. → Convenience → DeviceControl

Overview

The mobile app integration allows users to manage device tracking configurations directly from their smartphones. This capability enhances convenience by ensuring that presence detection is accurate and up-to-date, allowing for automated home actions based on real-time presence data.

Benefits

• Easily manage device tracking settings from anywhere using a mobile app.
• Receive notifications when family members arrive or leave home, improving awareness.
• Automate home systems based on presence, enhancing comfort and security.

Intent

This capability is designed to streamline the process of managing device tracking configurations through a mobile application. By incorporating device tracking directly into the app, users can ensure their home capability responds appropriately to the presence of individuals.

Preconditions

• Home Assistant is installed and configured.
• Device tracker integrations are set up and operational.
• User has access to the mobile app with proper permissions.
• Home Assistant installed and configured.
• Integration available and authenticated: Zigbee2MQTT.
• Device installed and reachable: Motion Detection.

Actors

• Homeowner
• Family member
• Guest

Trigger

The capability is triggered by the entry or exit of a tracked device, updating the presence status accordingly.

Workflow Diagram

flowchart TD
    A[Device Presence Change] -->|check| B{{Is Device Tracked?}}
    B -->|Yes| C[Update Presence Status]
    C --> D[Notify Users]
    B -->|No| E[Exit without action]

Workflow Description

1. Open Mobile App

The user launches the mobile app to access device tracking configurations.

2. Select Device Tracker

The user selects the device tracker they wish to configure from the list.

3. Adjust Settings

The user modifies settings such as notification preferences and tracking intervals.

4. Save Configuration

The user saves the updated configuration, which is then applied to the home capability system.

5. Receive Notifications

Notifications are sent to users when tracked devices enter or exit the defined zones.

Postconditions

The device tracking settings are updated, and users receive real-time notifications based on device presence changes.

Optional Enhancements

• Integrate with voice assistants for hands-free configuration.
• Add geofencing capabilities for more precise presence detection.
• Enable historical tracking data to analyze patterns in presence.

Recommended Components

Source Examples

• 2026.1: Home is where the dashboard is ?? – Home Assistant (homeassistant)