Fermentation is a culinary art where tiny organisms transform simple ingredients into complex flavors — but they’re finicky ...

[Jeff Sandberg] demonstrates that ably with his project to use ancient 1990s burglar alarm sensors in his modern smarthome setup. The sensors in question are from an old GM Interlogix security system.

Currently, I use them paired with Home Assistant to notify me to open a window when the temperature starts getting above a certain threshold (and the temperature outside suggests that it'll rise ...

Previously known as psycik Home Assistant: Gigabyte AMD A8 Brix, Home Assistant with Aeotech ZWave Controller, Raspberry PI, Wemos D1 Mini, Zwave, Shelly Humidity and Temperature sensors Media: ...

I'm looking for some C02 sensors I can hook into Home Assistant and monitor background CO2 levels in various rooms. Wifi/bluetooth or thread ok (I don't have Zigbee). Want NDIR type sensor (for ...

Most homeowners will find DIY smart home security systems to be a better investment than a professional system. Not only are they much more affordable, but their monthly fees are lower and they ...

While this is a cool project, as a pool owner I'm not sure you'll find it worth the effort. My water level maintenance consists of dropping a garden hose in the pool and letting it run for 30 ...

Use cases: These sensors are almost always part of a home security system, so they're used on exterior doors and windows. But consider using them as triggers for more passive things, like bathroom ...

You need to be an Xfinity broadband customer with an xFi Gateway to sign up for its home security service, as that device serves as a smart home hub in addition to being a DOCSIS 3.1 cable modem ...