I found the best Home Assistant dashboard for my iPad
…More than that, building automations and connecting devices is only half the process. If your family members or even you are not very confident about giving access or control to automations, a…
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This is the best self-hosted alternative to MinIO, and I can't believe everyone isn't using it
…From backups and media storage to automation and dev environments, object storage quietly powers a lot of that productivity. For years, MinIO has been the default choice for S3-compatible storage. But…
I stopped using motherboard audio after one cheap USB DAC solved every problem I had
…I no longer think motherboard audio is automatically “good enough” Modern motherboards are far better than older onboard audio solutions, but I no longer believe integrated audio is always the best option…
Microsoft responds to feedback with long-requested Windows 11 features, including taskbar tweaks and improved file explorer
…Copilot integration in Windows 11 will be scaled back, with fewer entry points and more intentional use in apps. Quality fixes: faster, steadier File Explorer, less disruptive updates, clearer Insider and Feedback…
My old phones replaced three smart devices in my Home Assistant setup
…Heck, you can put your dinosaur phone’s accelerometer to good use as a presence detection module for Home Assistant automations. Related 6 of the coolest HACS integrations for Home Assistant users…
I built a local voice assistant that doesn't need the internet, and it actually understands me
…Once the containers are booted, Home Assistant should automatically discover them using the Wyoming integration, an ultra-lightweight communication protocol designed to pass raw audio buffers between local servers. And now you…
I stopped buying smart home gadgets and started building them for a fraction of the price
…No automation worked. Routines quit mid-cycle. Online forums suggested looking into the “connectivity issues” and simply pointed to buying the latest model. That’s when it clicked: these devices aren’t…
I stopped paying Heroku for my app deployments after discovering this self-hosted alternative
…Rapid deployment platforms like Heroku are pretty useful for my tinkering misadventures, as their one-click installation process and automated update pipelines add a lot of convenience by letting me focus on…
I turned my dusty Chromecast into a $250 smart home hub replacement
…programming tool that integrates seamlessly with Home Assistant, letting users build complex automations visually without writing code. It's especially popular among beginners who find YAML-based automations intimidating. Even on low…
Stop assuming smart switches are a plug-and-play upgrade for light switches in your home
…In fact, it’s an easier way to enjoy seamless light automation without expensive smart lights. Smart switches can work with many lighting fixtures and integrate with your existing setup, but compatibility…