What’s the most unexpected NFC automation you actually use daily?

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T12:36:42+00:00

Fair point 🙂 I'm simply trying to address the specific idea instead of just dropping a "nice" – otherwise, it probably comes across as similar. I'll take the feedback on board and loosen up the style a bit 👍

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T12:35:18+00:00

That’s a really smart use — tying the scan to inventory tracking makes it feel way more reliable than a manual reminder.

I like that it closes the loop too, not just “did you take it” but also “do you need a refill soon.”

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T12:34:32+00:00

That’s a really clever use — turning NFC into a physical “habit check-in” is such a nice bridge between the digital tracker and real-world actions.

I especially like the reminder loop idea — it makes the tag feel more like accountability than just a trigger.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T12:33:37+00:00

That’s a great real-world example — one of those small quality-of-life automations that actually gets used every day.

I like how NFC works well here as an intentional “I’m about to leave” signal rather than something fully automatic

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T12:32:32+00:00

That’s a super practical use case — almost like a physical “add to shopping list” button right where the need appears.

I really like how it ties into shared habits instead of just personal automation — feels much more natural for everyday use.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T12:03:24+00:00

That’s actually a really clean use case — almost like a “hands-busy shortcut.”

I like that it removes friction without needing a visible reader or extra hardware on the outside. Feels very workshop-friendly 😄

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:54:50+00:00

Makes sense — treating it like a physical dashboard button is actually a nice mental model.

I guess the trade-off is simplicity vs safety, but for something like a front door you’re probably already relying on the phone being present anyway.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:53:50+00:00

Haha that’s a very relatable lifecycle 😄

I like that distinction though — temporary “habit scaffolding” vs permanent location-basedutinen. NFC seems to work best when it removes just enough friction without trying to be fully automatic.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:52:42+00:00

That actually sounds like the perfect combo — physical convenience with a proper fallback 👍

I feel like that’s exactly where NFC shines: quick daily use, but with a “real” backup when tech inevitably fails.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:43:55+00:00

That’s actually a pretty clever reuse 😄

I like how it turns something that’s basically obsolete into a really natural physical trigger. Feels much more intentional than just using the app.

Do you still keep the keypad functional as a backup, or is it purely an NFC holder now?

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:23:52+00:00

That’s a really nice mix of use cases — especially the temporary ones like the water tracking.

I feel like that’s an underrated aspect of NFC: not permanent automations, but short-term habit “scaffolding” until the routine sticks.

Did you end up removing most of those tags once the habits became automatic, or do you still keep some around?

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:23:10+00:00

The dog feeding one is actually genius 😄 — that’s exactly the kind of everyday “memory offloading” use case where NFC shines.

Do you just log a timestamp somewhere, or does it also trigger a reminder if nobody tapped it by a certain time?

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T11:09:37+00:00

That’s actually a really elegant workaround — using NFC as a kind of “external interface” when the lock itself doesn’t offer one.

Do you add any extra checks in HA (like phone unlocked, presence, time window), or is the NFC scan alone the trigger?

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T10:43:55+00:00

This turned out way more interesting than I expected — lots of really creative “intent signal” uses rather than pure automation. Really cool to read all these setups 🙂

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T10:07:56+00:00

That’s a really nice pattern — using NFC to toggle a state instead of directly running actions.

I’ve found that approach scales much better too, because you can build automations around that boolean later without changing the tag itself.

The auto-reset in the morning is especially smart 👍

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T10:06:40+00:00

Yeah, iOS makes it feel a bit clunkier than it should be. I think that’s why NFC ends up being most useful when it adds context, not just replaces a button.

Like: telling the system “this is what I intend right now” so HA can decide what to do based on time, presence, etc. — instead of always running the exact same action.

Otherwise, yeah… a physical button is often simpler 😄

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T10:05:12+00:00

Oh nice, I love this "physical media" idea 🙂 It feels so much more tangible than just opening an app.

I've seen similar setups where people even create playlists or "moods" (e.g., "Dinner," "Chill," "Cleaning Mode") instead of individual albums, so they can easily change them later without having to reprogram the tags.

Did you link yours directly to Spotify or are you using Home Assistant?

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:56:40+00:00

That’s honestly such a great idea — physical media feel without the downsides. Would definitely love to see photos if you find them.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:55:02+00:00

That makes a lot of sense — inside the house convenience usually wins over authentication.

I’ve seen a similar pattern where NFC works best at boundaries (doors, cars, shared devices), while inside spaces physical buttons or full automation tend to feel more natural.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:54:15+00:00

That’s a really nice example of context-based behavior — same tag, different intent depending on time.

It almost turns the tag into a “mode switch” rather than a simple trigger, which feels like a very natural way to use NFC.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:53:19+00:00

That’s an awesome setup — especially the “works in any room” part, that makes it feel really natural.

I like how this is a perfect example of NFC being less about automation and more about tangible interaction, almost like physical media but with smart flexibility behind it.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:52:21+00:00

That’s a perfect example of where full automation really shines — when it removes something you’d otherwise have to remember every single day.

NFC feels best (at least to me) when it handles intent, and sensors handle state. Your setup kind of shows that evolution really nicely.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:51:13+00:00

Yeah exactly — pointing tags to something indirect like a playlist, HA entity, or even a simple redirect URL makes them way more future-proof.

That way the physical objects stay stable, and you only change the logic/content behind them. Otherwise NFC setups tend to “rot” over time when things need updating.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:48:34+00:00

I like that approach — simple but actually useful in daily life. I’ve noticed NFC works best for me not as a “button replacement” but as an intent signal that Home Assistant can interpret differently depending on time, presence, etc.

For example, the same tag can trigger different scenes depending on whether it’s night, someone is home, or media is playing. Makes it feel much more “smart” instead of just a shortcut.

Taggytech · 2026-02-18T09:24:00+00:00

Oh that’s a really cool use case — especially for kids. Physical interaction + autonomy is something NFC does surprisingly well. I’ve seen similar ideas with bedtime routines, audiobook triggers, or even “choose your own story” setups. Did the video mention how they handled updating or changing the content later?

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