How-To Geek on MSN

6 Things You Can Connect to Your Home Assistant Server's USB Ports

Arguably the best USB adapter for the job is the Home Assistant Connect ZBT-1, previously known as the SkyConnect. This is a ...
Geeky Gadgets

How to Build DIY Zigbee Devices for Smart Home Automation

Have you ever wished your smart home devices could do just a little bit more—something uniquely tailored to your needs? Maybe you’ve dreamed of a home automation sensors that tracks the exact ...
XDA Developers on MSN

I stopped buying consumer smart devices and built my own hardware instead

W hen I first started building my smart home, I did what most people do: I bought a bunch of off-the-shelf smart devices, ...
Gizmochina

Xiaomi Smart Home Hub 2 with Bluetooth, Bluetooth Mesh, and ZigBee protocols launched in Europe

Xiaomi has released the Smart Home Hub 2 in some European markets. The Xiaomi Smart Home Hub 2 supports Bluetooth, Bluetooth Mesh, and ZigBee protocols. It is also more powerful than its predecessor, ...
Hackaday

Smart Bulbs Are Turning Into Motion Sensors

If you’ve got an existing smart home rig, motion sensors can be a useful addition to your setup. You can use them for all ...