Have you just created your first HomeKit accessory? Then we help you set up all the functions that HomeKit offers, such as assigning Siri names and classifying rooms and zones. In this HomeKit manual you will find step by step how to set up HomeKit. HomeKit is a function of your iOS device that allows […]
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Security lighting is widely used as a preventive measure against intrusions on a physical piece of property. Since adequate lighting around a physical structure reduces the risk of an intrusion, security lighting can be used in residential settings to increase the feeling of safety. Presented here is a trusty security light activated by a passive
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One of the most important features of the ESP HomeKit project is security. Because it is open source, you can see that no data from you is being recorded anywhere or anything like that. Of course because you program the code yourself, you can decide what happens and not another large company that collects your
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In my previous blog here I tested the ESP 8266 – HomeKit NeoPixel Light Strip. I am so enthusiastic about this Software Development Kit, that I going to write a few blogs about this genius software. In each Blog I will address a other accessory that you can add to your HomeKit without the need
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Through some researches I did online on how to minimize components use, I stumbled with using an ATTiny13A chip to be used in the project. And through some more researching, I decided to have my new project done using the ATTiny13 Chip. ATTiny13 Chip I bought these chips from Ali-Express. First I need to study
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After releasing my project the ESP32 – Homekit Camera, some readers reported issues when trying to use the ESP32-CAM. This blog is a compilation with the most common errors when using the ESP32-CAM and how to fix them. Some of our readers reported errors when trying to follow the ESP32 – Homekit Camera Project. There are
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I have been working on my HomeKit projects for quite some time now, but this project has given me some restless nights. I’m talking about the HomeKit blinds. in the past I have tried several times to solve practical as well as code related problems. But now I have a working solution. But lets start
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There are a few different ways to access OctoPrintTM. Of course, the most common, and feature rich method is through the web interface. However, there are apps out there that you might find a lot quicker than waiting for the web interface to load up. My personal favorite is Kraken. Release the kraken! Kraken
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Okay this wasn’t the best year but I don’t see my self like Ebenezer Scrooge. The story tale of his redemption by three spirits the Ghost of Christmas Past, the Ghost of Christmas Present, and the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come. But, there are similarities, as you will see. I will tell my story.
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Now that you’re set up with OctoPrintTM , you’re ready to start printing. Turn off your Raspberry Pi®, then plug it into your 3D printer. After it has booted up, open OctoPrintTM again in your browser and take your newly WiFi-enabled printer for a spin by clicking the Connect button. After it has connected, you’ll be
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