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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 the timer. Before we get started, consider creating a zone in your Philips Hue environment with a group of devices
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 house. So if any of my doors or windows are open, I change the LED colour to cyan with a
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 people look for ways to make their lives easier, be more efficient and save money, but it can be pretty
Home Assistant is an open-source home automation platform that allows you to control and automate various aspects of your home. It can integrate with a wide range of devices and services, such as lights, thermostats, security systems, and more. With Home Assistant, you can create automations and scenes, access your home from anywhere, and get
Home Assistant is open source home automation software that can be run on Linux, Windows, and Mac. Home Assistant is written in Python and has a large, active community. Home Assistant is meant to make automation in your home easier and is compatible with a large range of different devices. It provides a web interface
Tens of years ago, the idea of having a ‘smart home’ was just a dream. We’d seen it on television and in movies, but no one had the technology to make it a reality. Fast-forward to today, when technologies like Apple HomeKit, LightwaveRF, Philips Hue, Alexa and more have made it possible for individuals and
A smart home can be a convenient and energy efficient way to control and automate various aspects of your home. However, it’s important to understand the potential costs involved in setting up and running a smart home. First, the initial cost of purchasing and installing smart home technology can vary depending on the specific products
If, like me, you have some temperature sensors, Philips Hue Motion sensors in my case (they include LUX and temperature), around the house, and you want to automate tasks, you’ve probably noticed that you cannot do this in the iOS Home app. I have no idea why Apple don’t allow it, but don’t worry, as
If you’ve just installed Homebridge, this article will help you with changing some of the default elements, before you start adding plugins. Logging into Homebridge To login to Homebridge, you need to visit the below URL, but make sure you replace ‘servername’ with the name or IP of the server running Homebridge. If you changed
This process should be pretty similar, regardless of the device, so long as you have Docker installed, but this image is specifically designed for the Raspberry Pi. Prerequisites You will need Docker installed on your Raspberry Pi. Review the homebridge containter image information, make sure you have a compatable Raspberry Pi, and familiarise yourself with
If you have an iOS 13, or later, device with an NFC reader, you can use it to automated tasks around your home. Why, you might ask. Well it won’t be for everyone, but for others it can help automate tasks. Example uses are? Set your lights for the night.Could be useful if you have