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QuickBars turns your Android TV / Google TV into a sci-fi heads-up display that pops live camera feeds over whatever you're watching, plus remaps dead remote buttons. Here's how to set it up without triggering Home Assistant's ban hammer.
A complete guide to the many ways you can trigger your smart lights, from the obvious to the advanced. Includes real product recommendations for Japan, with both budget and premium options.
Thinking about smart bulbs, adaptive lighting, wireless switches, or Philips Hue? Here is a practical guide to smart lighting, what actually improves daily comfort, and what I would recommend after years of experimentation.
Upgrading your smart home with Ikea Vidja Lights and automation idea.
Tired of false motion alerts? The SwitchBot AI Hub runs Frigate locally — with AI object detection, face recognition, and no cloud subscription. This article covers what it is, how it works, which cameras are compatible, and who it is actually for.
Forget garbage day? Never again! Learn how to set up a Home Assistant automation that reminds you of trash collection days based on your local schedule.
How I set up Home Assistant to receive real-time earthquake alerts from the Japan Meteorological Agency using MQTT.
How I automated my curtains to close at sunset using Home Assistant and SwitchBot, enhancing energy efficiency and privacy.
Discover how I automated my morning routine by using a smart toothbrush to trigger curtain opening, eliminating the need for voice commands to Alexa.
A personal journey into smart lighting, from remote controls to sensors and adaptive lighting.
How I connected my home's smart meter to Home Assistant and started understanding my electricity usage.
How I automated my dehumidifier to keep my apartment comfortable during the humid Japanese summer.
This article explains how to set up the Home Assistant Voice Assistant in detail. It goes beyond Alexa or Siri by enabling two-way conversations—your home can talk to you too. It covers speech-to-text with Whisper, text-to-speech via Google Translate, and Gemini LLM.
Discover the features and setup process of TP-Link’s Tapo P110M smart plug with Home Assistant. A review on using local control, Matter compatibility, and energy monitoring options.
How to Build a Smart Home.
SwitchBot: Building a Local-First Smart Home with Bluetooth and Matter Integration
A guide about the different smart home protocols: ZigBee, Bluetooth, LAN, WI-FI, HomeKit, Matter.
Install Home Assistant in your home with ease! Choose a Home Assistant setup. Home Assistant is free to use!
Discover why Home Assistant is the ultimate smart home platform, offering local control, privacy, and endless customization. Learn how this open-source, community-driven project empowers you to create a truly personalized and secure smart home experience.
