Hi, i want to start domotics and i heard about HA and AL. I want if possible all my light working with AL. For now, i have nothing so i want to buy direct the right components.
So i first i need to buy lamps : But, do i need a smart lamp ? => Like one with Zigbee or wifi ? or can i just buy a lamp who is able to change temperature and brightness but not smart ?
an exemple of not smart but dimmable that i considered to buy : https://tinyurl.com/4y9xxmd4
an exemple of a smart lamp in zigbee that i considered to buy : Aqara Smart Ceiling Light L1 350 Zigbee 3.0 Color Temperature Bedroom Led Lamp Light Work with APP Xiaomi Mijia Apple Homekit| | - AliExpress
In fact the question is : Can a smart switch (in Zegbee) is able to make a lamp working with AL by sending it order to change temperature or brightness ? or do i need a lamp who can communicate with HA directly ? Does exist a smart switch who can control color temp/brightness of a dumb lamp ?
And then switch : I’have heard that smart switch don’t work well with smart lamp, so i suppose i need wirless switch (to turn off or on via zigbee) and keep the old dumb one in place but never use them ? if yes witch one i take ? Hue smart switch ? is there a cheaper option ? or should i go with just sensors instead ?
Thx for help to all these questions !