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Month: June 2023

Home Automation

IFTTT tips: Flash your Philips Hue lights with the Alexa timer

30 June 2023 Richard Wallace 0

This automation uses the Alexa timer reaching zero as a trigger, and that then actions the Philips Hue lights to flash. I find this useful when moving around the house, as you don’t always hear […]

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Škoda Enyaq iV tips: Update sat nav home / work destinations

29 June 2023 Richard Wallace 0

I’ve just moved, and thought I’d update the home address on my sat nav, but it wasn’t done how I expected it to be done, so it took me a couple of minutes to figure […]

Home Automation

Lightwave RF tips: Automation for dynamic LED colour based on door / window contact sensors being open / closed

6 June 2023 Richard Wallace 0

One of my favourite home automations uses Lightwave RF to change the LED colour on their light switches to a different colour based on the status of their contact sensors that I have in my […]

Home Automation

Smart home tips: Stop feeling clueless!

5 June 2023 Richard Wallace 0

Are you feeling clueless when it comes to home automation and smart homes? If so, don’t panic, I’ll try to help you with a few smart home tips. Home automation is becoming increasingly popular as […]

Active Directory

Troubleshooting 8 of the most common Active Directory issues

2 June 2023 Richard Wallace 0

Active Directory (AD) is a powerful directory service, by Microsoft, which provides centralised authentication and authorisation for Windows-based networks. While it offers numerous benefits, domain administrators often encounter common issues that can impact its functionality. […]

Microsoft Teams

How to blur or change the background on a Teams call

2 June 2023 Richard Wallace 0

I often get asked how I blur or change my background in Teams, so I thought I’d put together this quick guide. Before you start though, keep in mind that this will not work on […]

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