Meross MS200H Smart Window and Door Sensor Kit Review
Door and window sensors are a key foundation of smart homes. Being able to tell if a door or window is open can allow you to automate lighting, alarm actions, HVAC systems, …
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Shelly Button 1 Review (with Home Assistant)
Even with all the automation and voice control capabilities in my house, sometimes it is easiest just to be able to push a button to make something happen. That’s why I still …
What Is a Smart Coffee Maker and Why Do You Need One?
Coffee makers are more advanced than ever, in fact, you can now control them through mobile applications. In this article, we are going to explain what smart coffee makers are and we …
5 Local Control Alternatives to Popular Smart Home Products
Local control smart home products have many advantages over cloud control, which has some downsides. Three important advantages are: Unfortunately, some of the most popular smart home products are cloud control only. …
My 9 Favorite Home Assistant Automations
I’ve been using Home Assistant for 2 years now. After my first 2 hours playing with it, I knew it was something special, and it has become the perfect smarthome hub for …