Xiaomi Zigbee Devices + Magic Cube Remote

Over the years we’ve tried different solutions for backing up computer files. Usually it’s been some form of external HD. Solutions like google Drive, iCloud, or Carbonite probably work well, but they’re expensive. And I’m cheap. So in looking for a solution to our “full hard drive” problem, I found Open Media Vault. Let me…

What’s better than a wifi controlled relay?  Two wifi controlled relays! That’s the sonoff Dual.  I already did a video about that. Then what’s better than 2 wifi controlled relays?!? 4 wifi controlled relays!  Let’s check out the 4 channel Sonoff! AliExpress.com Product – Sonoff 4CH Pro – 4 Channel WiFi RF Smart ON/OFF Remote…

It’s been a while since I made my video on flashing new firmware on Sonoff basic. The way I do it now is a whole lot different than how I did it then. Flashing over the air is more commonly used now a days, not opening up the Sonoff is preferred, which I totally understand….

Non-Flashers rejoice!  There’s a custom component for Home Assistant that lets you use Sonoff Devices without changing the firmware, and best of all, it doesn’t use the cloud either :0   Let me give you 2 min of DIY smart home history. Way back in 2017 Sonoff made the cheapest smart switch (they still do)….

This video is about my new Robot Vacuum. But it’s not really about the robot vacuum. Confused? It’ll make sense in a couple minutes. Occasionally I get requests to review products. I actually say ‘no thanks’ to most of them. But when someone offered me a robotic vacuum I remembered what my gran-papy used to…

As promised. Here’s how you can make even more custom LED effects for other Holidays.   This is the non-programmer’s way to decipher and change the arduino sketch. There are certainly other (and likely better) ways to do it, but this is what I learned and how I did it. If you find other ways…