How to Create an Automated Bedtime Scene for Smart Lights
- Difficulty
- Beginner
- Tested on
- iOS 18.4 - HomeKit
- You will need
- Compatible smart lights, Home Hub (HomePod or Apple TV), Home app installed
Step by step
Initialize the scene creation process
Open the Home app on your iPhone. Tap the plus icon in the top-right corner, then select Add Scene. Choose Add Custom to create a scene from scratch, and name it Bedtime.
Note: Naming the scene Bedtime allows you to trigger it via Siri voice commands.Add accessories to the scene
Tap Add Accessories and select every light bulb or lamp you want included in your bedtime routine. Tap Done once all desired devices are selected.
Adjust lighting parameters
Long-press on your added accessories to adjust their settings. Set the brightness to 10% and select a warm color temperature or amber color to reduce blue light exposure.
Note: Soft warm lighting signals the body's circadian rhythm to produce melatonin.Schedule the scene
Return to the Home tab and tap the Automation tab at the bottom. Tap the plus icon and select A Time of Day Occurs. Set your preferred bedtime, choose every day of the week, and select your Bedtime scene as the action.
Note: Ensure your Home Hub is powered and connected to the internet for automations to run.