How to use an NFC tag in a coffee table to automate your movie night setup
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Adam Davidson
Summary
The article describes how Adam uses an NFC tag embedded in his coffee table to automate his entire home movie night setup. By tapping his phone on the NFC tag, he triggers a series of smart home actions including dimming lights, lowering blinds, turning on the TV and sound system, and launching streaming apps. The piece walks through the technical setup process, the hardware and software needed (NFC tags, a smartphone, and automation apps like Shortcuts or Tasker), and the practical benefits of this convenience hack for entertainment systems.
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· 3 pulledAdam has a coffee table with an NFC tag that controls his entire movie night setup.
The name's tag, NFC tag.
By tapping your phone on the NFC tag, you can trigger a series of smart home actions.
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