Video Forget just checking stats — this integration lets you command your Tesla. Start the climate, unlock the doors, change the charging rate — all without ever opening the Tesla app. With the new official Tesla Fleet integration in Home Assistant, you can now control core vehicle functions directly from your dashboard, phone, or smartwatch….
Are you tired of repetitive tasks eating up your precious time? Imagine automating virtually any digital task without subscription fees or operational limits. In this guide, I’ll show you how to set up n8n, a powerful open-source automation tool that’s completely free when self-hosted—transforming your daily workflow and saving you hours every week. What is…
Table of Contents ►Description Discover the @cozylaofficial Calendar+, the ultimate 32-inch smart calendar and Android-powered hub for your kitchen or living room! 🏡📅 In this video, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know—from installation to its incredible features. Whether you’re organizing a busy family schedule, streaming Netflix or Disney+, or controlling your smart…
Table of Contents Summary In this video, we explore the newly integrated Tesla Fleet API in Home Assistant, guiding you through the setup process and showcasing how it can enhance your Tesla experience. We demonstrate practical automations, such as automatic garage door control and custom charging reminders, that streamline your daily routine and make your…
Table of Contents Summary In this video, we introduce and review the Enbrighten permanent holiday lights. We explain why August is the perfect time to install holiday lights, highlighting the convenience of getting them up before the cold weather sets in. We cover the features of the Enbrighten lights, including RGB and white LEDs, support…
Prime Day is just around the corner, and for smart home enthusiasts, it’s one of the best times of the year to upgrade your home with the latest technology at unbeatable prices. This guide will be your hub for all the best smart home deals, with links to detailed posts on each brand’s offers. Get…
Summary In this video, we explore the integration of smart home air quality sensors to enhance the safety, comfort, and overall well-being of living environments. We look into various types of sensors, including CO2, particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), and VOC sensors, explaining their importance and demonstrating how they can be monitored and controlled using…
Video Post Unlocking Remote Monitoring: Eufy’s 4G Solar-Powered Security Camera Review In the realm of advanced security cameras, the quest for autonomy and flexibility has led to significant innovation. The Eufy S330 4G Camera emerges as a pioneering solution, designed for areas beyond the reach of conventional Wi-Fi networks. This review delves into its capabilities,…
Summary In our comprehensive review, we dive into the features and advancements of the Wyze Cam Version 4, the latest addition to Wyze’s lineup and a direct successor to the much-loved Version 3. We discuss the V4’s standout attributes, such as its IP65 weatherproofing, an upgraded 2.5k QHD Starlight sensor for superior low-light performance, and…
https://youtu.be/DQ7wfjOQpdY TRANSCRIPT – Coming Soon Installing HACS This is a critical add-on for Home Assistant HACS Documentation: https://hacs.xyz This Smart House Video on installing HACS: Option 1 – Govee Bluetooth (Built-in) https://www.home-assistant.io/integrations/govee_ble/ Option 2 – Govee Bluetooth Lights https://github.com/timniklas/hacs-govee-bluetooth-lights Option 3 – Govee Cloud API https://github.com/LaggAt/hacs-govee Option 4 – Govee Local API https://github.com/wez/govee-lan-hass Option 5…
Last Updated: July 10, 2023 Hello there, savvy shoppers! Prime Day is back and more enticing than ever with a plethora of deals on the best smart home gadgets in the market. For those of you planning to transform your home into a connected haven, this is the perfect time to strike! Whether it’s a…
Kit with all of the Hardware You Need Alternative Way to Install Home Assistant on a Thin Client https://community.home-assistant.io/t/wyse-thin-client-home-assistant-os-installation-instructions/220524
Transcript Video Description Links in Video Product Links Example Code Automation #1 – Get Notified When Leak Sensor is Tripped Automation Example #2 – Notify When Water Is Shut Off Automation Example #3 – Turn off Water When Leak Detected
Number 5: Open Window / Disable HVAC Blueprint: Window Open Climate Off Number 4: Closet / Pantry Light Blueprint: Door Control with Light Delay Automation: Turn off the Light after 15 minutes Optional Blueprint: YAMA (Yet Another Motion Automation) – Number 3: Humidity-Controlled Fan Blueprint: Humidity Controlled Fan with Baseline – Number 2: Motion-Based Lights…
Video Links ESPHome Flasher Releases – https://tshouse.link/esphomeflashESPHome Light Component – https://tshouse.link/esplight|MuteSync – https://mutesync.com Busy/Status Light ESPHome Code – ESP32 Example “Simple” Busy Light Automation
Kit with all products needed Links to all source material Original Post from HackaDay user Jon – https://tshouse.link/wifibusy Links to 3D Printable Enclosure https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4700820 Wiring Diagram for Both ESP8266 / ESP32 https://miro.com/app/board/uXjVOQGQYtQ=/?invite_link_id=343682117250 Preview of Software for Part 2 Information on the ESPHome Project: https://esphome.io/ ESPHome Code Example (ESP32)
Links Here are the main links from the video: Ambilight Kit: Wiring Diagram
Blacklist DVB Drivers Create new configuration file 2. Paste in the following code 3. Save the file by pressing CTRL-X and then Y to save. Restart your box after this to ensure the drivers have been blacklisted Install MeterMon with Docker Run the following command to pull the image. If you are using a Raspberry…
Direct Links in Video ESPresense Home Page – https://espresense.com/ ESPresense Project Page – https://github.com/ESPresense/ESPresense/ Install Page – https://espresense.com/install Web Terminal – https://espresense.com/terminal Hardware ESP32 “Base Stations” – https://espresense.com/hardware Compatible BLE Trackers – https://espresense.com/beacons Create a Virtual Device Tracker with ESPresense Now if you want to be able to use the ESPresense device as a device…
Favorite HACS Components In my video, I mentioned that I have a number of favorite HACS integrations and Lovelace UI elements. All of these elements are available in the HACS store. NWS Alerts https://github.com/finity69x2/nws_alerts I mentioned this in my Severe Weather alerts video. This is the central component that pulls down alerts from the National…
Here is the code mentioned in the video for the last step: Today’s video is a part 2 to last week’s review video on the Roborock S5 MAX. This method should work for ALL Roborock vacuums (possibly even the Xaiomi ones). Please leave feedback if this worked for your model of vacuum. We look at…
In today’s episode, I will show you how to pair various Xiaomi Aqara sensors with your Samsung SmartThings hub. Note: sorry for the audio, I have been sitting on this video for a while (life got super busy). I have been making videos for work and had no time to make videos for this channel….
Table of Contents ►Description The @ECOVACSRobotics T80S Omni keeps everything that made the T80 great and fixes the specific things that didn’t. In this review, I test the upgraded roller system, new triple lift mechanism, increased suction power, and hot water mop washing — all against the original T80 — to show you what actually…
Most modern cameras can already tell you something happened—motion, a person, a car, maybe even an animal. Frigate is different because it adds context and flexibility while keeping everything local. You can detect more specific objects (bicycle vs car, bus vs truck), optionally add things like facial recognition and package detection, and then use those…
Video Is your smart home split across ecosystems? MatterBridge turns your existing Home Assistant entities into native‑looking Matter devices so you can control Zigbee, Z‑Wave, Wi‑Fi, and MQTT devices from Apple Home, Google Home, or SmartThings. This guide walks you through setup plus copy‑paste configs you can use immediately. What MatterBridge Does Requirements 1) Install…
With the new Wicked movie out, I decided to build a Christmas lights preset inspired by the colors and mood of the story. Deep greens, rich purples, smooth fades — it turned into one of my favorite looks this year. And it’s already gotten a surprising amount of attention from our neighbors. If you want…
Video EMBED Post Severe weather can strike at any time, and having your smart home warn you the moment an alert is issued can make all the difference. With the updated NWS Alerts integration for Home Assistant, you can get real-time notifications, trigger automations, and display alerts directly on your dashboards. In this guide, I’ll…
Prime Day is the perfect time to level up your yard care with a robot lawn mower. These models offer wire-free setups, app control, and advanced navigation features to make lawn maintenance easier than ever. Whether you’re managing a small yard or a large property, there’s a model on sale that fits your needs. Scroll…
VIDEO Your Tesla might read SMS messages out loud. Your smart glasses might do the same. But try getting a Home Assistant alert directly into either of those—and you’ll quickly hit a wall. Most infotainment systems don’t support notifications from anything but basic SMS, and even then, only through specific, outdated channels. So how do…
Your Smart Home Is Generating More Data Than Ever—Here’s How to Keep It Safe If you’re like most smart home users (or digital content creators like me), your devices are creating a ton of data—security footage, family photos, smart home configs, personal documents. And chances are, you’re not backing it up properly. Relying on cloud…