What's more important to you, the process or the final photo? I used to chase perfect shots too, but I realized I enjoy the drive and quiet nights more. Now I only skip the trip if I'm really pressed for time, lol.

I saw a GE Simon XT panel at my friend's house last year and thought linking it to smart stuff was just a gimmick. After he showed me how his porch lights cut on when the alarm trips, it completely changed my view. It makes the old system feel way more useful without being complicated. I was wrong to dismiss it, because that kind of simple upgrade is exactly what people want now. It proves you don't need a whole new smart home to get some real convenience.