I've been playing around with ESP32 devices for a long time now, increasing both the complexity of the projects and, at times, the weirdness of them. That's why I built a Spotify "now playing" display ...

A vulnerability in ESPHome allows attackers to flash their own firmware, among other things. Updated software corrects this.

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The Google Home app is getting a new automation editor. As spotted by 9to5Google, Google is testing a new automation creation interface in the Home app, adding new visuals and functionality to the ...

Have you ever looked at an old, broken phone and thought, “This is just e-waste now”? What if that seemingly useless device could be transformed into something surprisingly powerful—a functional home ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Setting up smart home automations can feel overwhelming, and at times, downright ridiculous. You might wonder if you really need a machine ...

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What if your smart home could anticipate your needs, troubleshoot itself, and adapt to your preferences with unprecedented ease? The Home Assistant 2025.5 release promises exactly that. Packed with ...

Abstract: This paper presents a novel approach to home automation utilizing the MQTT protocol. The system is implemented using an ESP32 node and a Node-RED server running on a Raspberry Pi, allowing ...