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Build your own motion activated LED neon sign
Looking to bring a pop of vibrant color and a touch of innovation to your favorite space? A motion-activated LED neon sign is the perfect blend of style and functionality!…
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DIY smart door operating robot – step 1 (push / pull door)
Have you ever wondered how you can open / close doors within your house automatically without having to permanently install an ugly rod opening solution at the top of the…
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Build a DIY „smart twitterbox“, a little box that recognizes person presence and then play relaxing birdsongs
Looking to enhance your smart home with a touch of relaxation and cutting-edge technology? In this tutorial, we’ll show you how to build a Smart Twitterbox—a DIY device that automatically…
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Build your own Apple Home Key cupboard lock which is furthermore integrated with Home Assistant!
Looking to level up your home automation? 🔒 In this tutorial, I am going to show you how to build a smart lock for your cupboard, drawer, or any other…
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Analyze your camera images LOCALLY with AI models from within Home Assistant
In this post, I'm excited to share a powerful new way to analyze your camera images locally using AI models within Home Assistant. By leveraging Ollama, you can perform sophisticated…
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Monitor your water consumption with Home Assistant!
If you want to monitor your water or gas consumption with Home Assistant but only have an analog water or gas meter at home, there is a great open source…
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Keep your BBQ going: Smart gas tank alerts with Home Assistant and ESPHome
There’s nothing quite like the frustration of running out of gas in the middle of a BBQ. You’ve invited friends and family over, prepped all the grillables, and then –…
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Upgrade your home: DIY Home Assistant smart video doorbell placed in classic intercom housing
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…
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Exciting Automations with Home Assistant & Apple CarPlay
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…
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The best advice for launching your smart home project
🏡 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…