Thread – Our smart home

Understanding Thread in Home Assistant – Part 4: Troubleshooting, Migration and the Future of Thread

In the previous parts of this series, we explored what Thread is, how to build a reliable network in Home Assistant, and how to use Thread devices in practical automations.…

Lars 08/10/2026

Automation Home Automation Matter

Understanding Thread in Home Assistant – Part 3: Practical Automations with Thread

In Part 1 and Part 2, we focused on understanding what Thread is and how to build a stable Thread network using Home Assistant and Border Routers. Now we move…

Lars 05/10/2026

Matter Smart home Thread

Understanding Thread in Home Assistant – Part 2: Building a Reliable Thread Network

In Part 1, we covered the fundamentals of Thread: what it is, how it differs from Matter, and how End Devices, Thread Routers and Border Routers work together to form…

Lars 02/10/2026

Matter Smart home Thread

Understanding Thread in Home Assistant – Part 1: Thread, Matter and the Modern Smart Home

Smart home ecosystems are evolving quickly, and two technologies are now at the center of that evolution: Thread and Matter. If you are using Home Assistant today, especially with devices…

Lars 29/09/2026

Zigbee

Upgrading My Home Assistant Zigbee Network to the New ZBT-2 Controller

A reliable Zigbee coordinator is the foundation of every stable smart home. After running my network for a long time using the Sonoff Zigbee 3.0 USB Dongle Plus, I recently…

Lars 09/12/2025

Smart home WiFi Z-wave

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…

Lars 11/01/2024