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Reverse Engineering And Self-Hosting The OBI Smart Energy Tracker
Sold by German DIY store OBI, the OBI Energy Tracker is a €15 set of two devices, one of which…
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2026.7: Automations that speak your language
Home Assistant 2026.7! 🎉 This is one of those releases I’ve been looking forward to for a long time. My…
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Two Truths and a Lie: Is Z-Wave Proprietary?
Have you ever played the classic icebreaker game “Two Truths and a Lie”? The concept is simple: everyone shares three…
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Should You Run Home Assistant on Dedicated Hardware or a VM?
If you’re planning a new Home Assistant setup, one of the first decisions you’ll face has nothing to do with…
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2026.8: Approachable by design – Home Assistant
Tip There’s more to look forward to next week: the ESPHome Starter Kit is launching, and you’re invited to the…
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Why Z-Wave Protocol Expertise Matters in a Contract Manufacturer
Why Should Your Contract Manufacturer Be Involved Early in New Product Introduction (NPI)? A great manufacturer does a lot more…
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A Z-Wave Developer’s Journey | Part 4
This guide provides practical insights into Z-Wave firmware development, covering coding, debugging, development environments, and power analysis tools used by…
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How Modern Security Tech Helps Your Home Feel Less Vulnerable
There’s that moment when you stand at the front door at night, when the road is empty, and the porch…
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A Z-Wave Developer’s Journey | Part 5
How to Go Out of Business One of the fastest ways to go out of business is to ship…
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SmartThings Blog
Lighting moves in real time with music through SmartThings Music Sync, creating a seamless, in-the-moment experience from the first beat…
