Smart home technology has gained popularity for its convenience and security features, with the Ring Video Doorbell standing out as a top contender. However, the Ring’s functionality heavily relies on…
Generic smart switch for home automation
Smart products that do not come with customised applications and instead use widely popular platforms for their cloud controls are known as generic smart products. For instance, SmartSetup depends solely…
Useelink WiFi Smart Switch: A Budget-Friendly Option With Some Drawbacks
After using the Useelink WiFi Smart Switch for 6 months in my home, I have come to appreciate its budget-friendly price and ease of connection to voice assistant platforms like…
Home Automation hubs, gateways & bridges
Home automation has become increasingly popular in recent years, with a wide range of devices available to control lighting, heating, security, and more. One of the key components of a…
AU/NZ approve switches for Tasmota firmware
Only small selection of smart home switches are AUS/NZ certified. Most of the products use Tuya platform. Only small set of switches use Espressif ESP chipset. Tasmota firmware can only…
Smart home device testing – Mercator Ikuü
Currently testing some of the following home automation device by Mercator Ikuü. WiFi 3 Gang Smart switch Zigbee 2 Gang Smart switch Zigbee Hub Zigbee motion sensor Mercator Ikuü products…
How to connect DETA Grid Connect/Tuya devices to Home Assistant
I talked about earlier that DETA smart products (Tuya products) start replacing espressif esp32/esp8266 chipset with different chipset. As a result we can not flash our devices with opensource firmware…
DETA grid connect smart switch not DIY friendly any more
If you are in Australia DIY smart home electronic project are not easy. People who like to tinker always think twice before working on electrical devices. IOT connected devices is…
Project 4: Full house automation
New automation request focus on following High speed WiFi throughout the house Network security camera with online access All smart switches, motion sensors and local control
Automate garage door
if you have a garage door you like to open using you mobile phone. Easiest option is using Shelly 1 or Shelly Plus 1. It has dry contact relay meaning…