I recently bought a couple of Xiaomi Human Presence Sensors (model XMOSB01XS) and decided to test how they work with Home Assistant. Here’s a step-by-step guide to get them up and running. Installation Steps 1. Xiaomi Home Account First, you need a Xiaomi Home account. This is required only for the…
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Connecting Your DS3 E-Tense Crossback to Home Assistant
We recently purchased a DS3 E-Tense Crossback. While the car itself is fantastic, the accompanying app leaves much to be desired, mainly due to its limited Bluetooth connectivity. After some research, I found a solution to connect the car to Home Assistant, resolving most of the app’s limitations. This involves…
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Music Assistant for Home Assistant: Your Comprehensive Guide
Introduction Integrating music into your smart home setup can significantly enhance your living experience, and Music Assistant for Home Assistant is a powerful tool to achieve this. This blog post will provide a summary of what Music Assistant is, how to use and install it, and what it can and…
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Spook for Home Assistant: Your Guide to Installation and Benefits
Introduction Home automation is constantly evolving, and Home Assistant is at the forefront of this revolution with its open-source platform. Among the various integrations available, Spook stands out as a powerful toolbox designed to enhance your Home Assistant experience. In this blog post, we’ll explore what Spook can and can’t…
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Integrating Victron with Home Assistant
Living off the grid offers a unique blend of freedom and sustainability, and our cabin exemplifies this with its innovative power solution. Absent from the traditional electric grid, all of our electrical needs are met through solar energy, harnessed and managed with exceptional efficacy thanks to Victron’s state-of-the-art systems. Victron…
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Automate Battery Replacement Tracking in Your Smart Home with Battery Notes
Introduction: In the realm of smart home management, keeping track of device batteries is paramount to ensure uninterrupted functionality. However, manually resetting battery replacement notifications can be cumbersome and easily forgotten. Fortunately, with the Battery Notes, you can automate this process effortlessly, ensuring your smart home devices run smoothly without…
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Navigating Smart Home Connectivity: A Comprehensive Comparison of Wireless Protocols
In the ever-evolving landscape of smart home technology, the choice of wireless protocol becomes a pivotal decision, influencing the seamless connectivity and interoperability of devices. Let’s delve into the intricacies of Z-Wave, Zigbee, Thread, Matter, Bluetooth, and Wi-Fi, examining their origins, features, and applications to empower you with the knowledge…
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Optimizing Home Comfort: Introducing Advanced Heating Control in Your Smart Home
In the fast-paced world of Smart Home technology, efficient control over heating has become a crucial aspect of creating a connected and intelligent living space. While manual adjustments may seem outdated, the true brilliance lies in the automation possibilities that can be harnessed to create a seamless and comfortable environment….