In my recent talk with Lukas from Hobbyblogging, we talked about our favorite automations and stumbled upon a fun challenge in my setup: the TV timer automation I use when the kids are watching. Until now, the logic was pretty simple. If someone is watching before […]
In this episode, I sit down with Lukas from hobbyblogging to talk about the smart-home automations we personally rely on every single day. We walk through the routines that quietly run in the background of our homes, why certain workflows have become absolutely indispensable, and how […]
I can’t believe I’m saying this, but it genuinely feels like Tonies listened. Every single issue I had with the original Toniebox has been addressed — and the Toniebox 2 doesn’t just improve things, it completely levels up the whole experience. In this video, I break […]
In this video, I show you how to manage the sleep mode in your smart home without relying on rigid or overly complicated rule sets. Traditional automations often break as soon as daily life gets messy — but an AI-driven approach can adapt to your real […]
In the video linked below, I walk you through three practical DIY modifications that turn ordinary products into smart, flexible and Home Assistant–ready devices. These upgrades are simple, affordable, and perfect for anyone who loves squeezing more intelligence out of everyday tech. From the kids’ room […]
In this video I explore how an AI scheduling assistant can completely streamline your daily life. Instead of making calls yourself, the AI contacts people and businesses on your behalf to book appointments – whether it’s your hairdresser, a doctor visit, booking a craftsman or any […]
It’s crazy but I already play around with my smart home to automate my home life since 10 years and I have learned a lot during these years. And who else could I talk about this than my smart home? That’s why the following video shows […]
If you’ve ever wanted to build a striking LED matrix display for your smart home, then you’re in for a treat. In the video linked below, I guide you through a hands-on project where we assemble a 32×32 LED matrix frame using an ESP32 and the […]
Ever wished for one single remote to control your entire smart home — without relying on voice commands or multiple apps? In this project, I built a first step to a DIY universal smart home remote with a touchscreen, physical buttons, and even infrared support, powered […]
I’m thrilled to share that Meta AI has finally arrived on my Ray-Ban Meta Smart Glasses, massively expanding their functionality. In my initial review of the glasses, I mentioned that they were missing some key features because Meta AI was not yet available in Germany. To […]