Add new devices to User

DownUnder

I have several family users set up with their devices assigned to then under "people". Now we have new security cameras etc I'd like to assign to user"HOME" but I can only see devices already registered to Users when I click on a person. How do I assign all my new unassigned devices -  Using Android App.
Thanks.

Marc

Hi @DownUnder , normally if you choose the device you want to assign in the device list, there is an option to assign it.  However, not all devices are assignable and I believe cameras fall into that bucket.

DownUnder

Thanks Marc, 
Yes that seems to be my problem - its just the cameras and smart plugs I cant assign -  pity - I wish we could.
Thank you for the info.

Robin_from_Fing

Thanks @Marc

Here is the list of items which cant be added to users

1. alarm 
2. bell 
3. cleaner 
4. domotz_box 
5. fingbox 
6. fridge 
7. garage 
8. heating 
9. humidity 
10. key_lock 
11. light 
12. modem 
13. motion_detector 
14. power_system 
15. sensor 
16. smart_home 
17. smart_meter 
18. smart_plug 
19. smoke 
20. solar_panel 
21. sprinkler 
22. surveillance_camera 
23. thermostat 

MrClever

@DownUnder - I found a work-around.

1. Edit the device and change it to something that IS assignable, like a mobile phone and save.
2. Then assign it to the relevant user.
3. Go back and edit the device again changing it to whatever the "unassignable" category was (eg, smart light etc) and save again. The reclassified device is now manageable under the "user" etc.

FWIW, this is a really retrograde step. I have a few "users" who allow me to provide control of entire classes of devices, such as my "Entertainment" user who allows to block/manage all the smart TVs, streaming media boxes, Sonos etc. Similarly, I have a "security" and "smart home" user too. The inability to assign arbitrary devices to arbitrary users is a pointless exercise IMO; bring back the old behaviour! Are you listening, Fing??