How do you use SmartThings?

I have heard of the RING doorbell.. and know how to disable it if I wish to break in.. Just so you know.. (NO HINTS WILL BE GIVEN).

"Smart Things" I gather is a brand of something. Never heard of it.

We use internet connected security systems, cameras and automation.

I wouldn't take feedback from people with no experience and reading comprehension challenges. It's very reassuring to be able to remotely monitor and control your premises when you're away. I usually know what's going on before the neighbors do, especially if they're at work. We know when the house watcher comes and goes, if there's a power failure, visitors at the door etc.

It's getting old in here.

All these SmartThings just make it easier for the thieves. They are getting into houses and cars faster than ever now.

Smart locks on your house? Just google how easy it is to hack a smart lock.
https://www.google.com/search?q=how+easy+is+it+to+hack+a+smart+lock+on+your+house&oq=how+easy+is+it+to+hack+a+smart+lock+on+your+house&gs_l=psy-ab.3..33i21k1.25562.39055.0.39351.59.51.3.0.0.0.442.7133.0j19j9j3j1.32.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..24.35.7219...0j0i67k1j0i131k1j0i13k1j0i22i30k1j33i22i29i30k1j33i160k1.0.1b_QSo12Iok

Keyless cars? Carjackers are having a field day with this. No need to knock down an old lady to steal a car anymore.

Just get in while she is at the gas pumps or inside the convenience store. Just Push the start button and go!.....cause her smart fob is in her purse on the front seat. And most (they guys) just leave it in the console. All within range to start the car with the start button.

Nope old school here too. Even with the thermostat inside the house. All and anything connected to your phone are easy pickens for even beginner hackers.

I have the wifi thermostat so we can turn on the AC or heat a few hours before getting home. Some wifi cameras to monitor the house, garage, and yards while we are away, the Ring doorbell in case someone comes to the door (burglars frequently will check to see if anyone is home before breaking in), my house alarm is set to my smartphone so I can arm/disarm/and monitor it myself without having to pay a company to call the police if it goes off, I can open my garage via my smartphone in case my neighbor needs to borrow a tool while I'm gone, and I can unlock/lock my truck from my smartphone. I like making things easy for me while away and I can feel secure of my property while away. If anyone wants info on how to do this yourself, PM me and I would be glad to help.

I'm old school and use good old fashioned technology - I have good neighbors. They watch the house, pick up the mail, sign for packages, mow the yard, put out the trash, etc.

I haven't had a need for any of it. I know someone with the doorbell - they say it comes in handy with packages. I'm not sure how as if the package needs a signature, you can't sign for it if you're not there anyway. And if it doesn't require a signature, they are going to leave it on your porch either way. SEems a simple security camera system would be as effective and more useful.

I know someone with the smart thermostat. That seems to be handy for coming home after a long trip and being able to remotely set the temp for your arrival. Walking into a warm house after arriving back home to a cold winter is useful.

I think most of the smart devices may be useful for people with complicated lives. I live pretty simply and find keeping a shopping list isn't a huge task to begin with.

Now when they come out with the smart washer/dryer that will take the clothes from the hamper, wash and dry them, and put them away... Well, then I'll be buying one. Especially if it can remove the bedding from the bed, wash and dry it, and remake the bed. That would be smart!

I love all this new technology for home security. Used Nest cameras, really cool.