Eero 6 Adds Native Zigbee Laundry Notifications
Shaun Cichacki reports on Jan 30, 2026, that the Eero 6+ router includes a built-in Zigbee hub, allowing direct pairing with THIRDREALITY vibration sensors to detect laundry cycles. Using the Alexa app, he set routines and push notifications to announce when washing and drying complete, avoiding a three-month internet outage workaround and simplifying smart‑home automation for accessibility and monitoring.
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