It started as a smart home tool; now I want it to do everything.

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Zigbee2MQTT enables Zigbee devices to communicate with your home automation software via MQTT. Utilizing a Raspberry Pi as a dedicated Zigbee hub provides flexibility in device placement. Running ...

A Raspberry Pi computer can do a little of everything, including keeping you occupied if you need a new project (or distraction). This teeny-tiny computer not only clocks in at a low price, but could ...

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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Smart home frameworks, broadly speaking, are meant to give you a greater degree of control over the features and functions of your ...

You don't need to invest in expensive smart devices to upgrade your bedroom. All you need is the affordable Raspberry Pi and some DIY creativity. You can find several ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Quality speakers aren't cheap, but ones that can integrate into your smart home are even more expensive. The Sonos Move 2, for instance, ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...