In this second video of a video series on how to create a local voice assistant which replaces Amazon Alexa and Google Home, we create a custom PCBA from the circuitry that we had built up in part I of the video series. We will go […]
Recently I had an exclusive interview with Simon from Simon Says Home Assistant, a renowned smart home YouTuber from Auckland, New Zealand. In our enlightening conversation, we delved into my passion for smart homes, my personal smart home setup, and some of my exciting projects. Watch […]
In this video I explain how I am building a first version of a DIY smart video doorbell built into the existing housing of my classic intercom using a Raspberry Pi, a Raspi camera and a push button circuit. The smart video doorbell is connected to […]
Welcome back to the second part of our DIY Smart LED Strip Integration series, where we take your kid’s bedroom lighting to the next level! In this installment, we build a more professional solution to seamlessly transition your battery-powered LED strip to mains power while integrating […]
In the following video, I dive into the exciting world of Home Assistant’s latest CarPlay integration, exploring five ingenious automation ideas to streamline your driving experience like never before. With Home Assistant’s recent release, the possibilities for seamless integration with Apple CarPlay are endless. Join me […]
🏡 Dive into the ultimate guide on building a smart home! 🌐 In this video, I’ll demystify cloud vs. local control, emphasize the need for a smart home hub (with Home Assistant as the top choice), and unravel the best communication protocols—WiFi, Zigbee, BLE, Thread, and […]
IKEA is selling a quite cheap air quality sensor which is called VINDRIKTNING. It senses the particulate matter concentration in the air and displays the air quality via some LEDs which indicate whether the air quality is good (green), medium (yellow) or poor (red). This device […]
Introduction Unlock the full potential of your garage door with this in-depth guide on upgrading from MyQ to RATGDO, an ESPHome-powered device for seamless integration with Home Assistant. 🚪 The solution: RATGDO Learn about RATGDO, an acronym that stands for „Rage against the garage door opener.“ […]
Welcome to a groundbreaking journey in the world of kids’ audio entertainment! 🚀 In today’s video, I’m going to show you how to revolutionize your Toniebox experience by adding a touch of wireless magic. Say goodbye to the limitations of wired earphones and embrace the freedom […]
If you follow my channel then you know that I am a passionate Smart Home Maker and I love all tech things. My goal is to inspire with fresh ideas and to level you up with tech knowledge. But how did I become such a smart […]