Welcome to Smart-Home Hobby! Last year I started exploring Smart-Home tech and have been hooked ever since. I’ve put together these guides because I think this technology should be accessible to anyone interested. A lot can be done with a reasonable budget, if you’re willing to put in a little bit of work.
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My DIY Smart-Home set up is significantly cheaper, performs similar functionality, and is more flexible than commercial systems. It takes some more hands-on work to get running than a commercial product, but it is a worthwhile and fun hobby. I really enjoy the process of building, configuring, and living in my Smart-Home. Here’s a list…
I’ve already told you how much I loved Xiaomi’s 1st Generation Button, and I’m happy to say that the others are just as great! In this post I’ll quickly cover… How to connect the Xiaomi 2nd Generation Button to the Gateway. How to connect the Xiaomi Wireless Double Key Switch to the Gateway. Differences between…
Smart-Homes have existed in science fiction for decades. Today, the benefits of home automation are well within reach. In the simplest terms, a Smart-Home is a connected building. It has the ability to automate and control connected devices. These systems can be used to control your home’s lights, climate, entertainment system, coffee machines, and whatever…
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