Welcome to the world of smart home innovation! If you’re eager to enhance your living space with cutting-edge technology, you’ve come to the right place. Today, we’ll show you how to transform the versatile ESP32 microcontroller into a HomeKit-enabled switch, complete with a responsive push button. Imagine controlling your lights, appliances, and more—all with a […]
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The ESP32-WROOM-32E is an updated version of the popular ESP32-WROOM-32D module, designed for IoT and embedded applications. This module comes with more reliable features, power efficiency, and enhanced connectivity, making it ideal for high-performance projects. In this post, we’ll have a look at the pinout and specifications of the ESP32-WROOM-32E and how to use them in your designs. ESP32-WROOM-32E Overview The 32E
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The ESP32-C3 Super Mini is an ultra-compact, cost-effective microcontroller module designed for IoT applications. With a RISC-V-based single-core processor, built-in Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5 (LE), it is perfect for projects requiring reliable connectivity and energy efficiency. In this blog, we will explore the pinout and key features of the ESP32-C3 Super Mini module, helping you unlock its full potential
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Marblelous, the brainchild of Stephan van Lümig, brings the timeless joy of marble runs into the smart home era with a system of customizable tracks, smart features, and integration possibilities. Designed for all ages, it combines the nostalgic fun of marble tracks with interactive tech innovations, allowing builders to create personalized, connected experiences that go
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Welcome back to DeepDive! After an exciting launch, we’re thrilled to bring you Episode 2. This episode builds on our mission to take you on a journey through the latest in tech, with a focus on IoT innovations, hands-on DIY projects, and real-world applications. What’s Inside Episode 2? In this episode, we dive into: IoT
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For those who follow my recent blogs, you might have noticed that I’ve created a new repository, ESP32-HomeKit. During the development of this project, I’ve been using a library called wolfSSL. But what exactly is wolfSSL, and who uses it? Let’s dive in and explore! What is wolfSSL? WolfSSL is a lightweight, portable, and highly optimized SSL/TLS
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Gardens are dynamic spaces, ever-evolving canvases where creativity meets nature. Just like any project, sometimes it’s necessary to bid farewell to the old to make room for the new. In this journey of garden evolution, I found myself facing the task of removing an older project: the ESP8266 HomeKit Fountain Light. For years, this fountain
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Are you tinkering with electronics, trying to program microcontrollers, or perhaps diving into the realm of embedded systems? If so, you might have come across the FT232RL programmer module, a tiny but powerful tool that facilitates communication between your computer and various electronic devices. But what exactly are those pins on the module, and what
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Nowadays, even HEMA and Action (Netherlands) sell smart home stuff, but for a fraction of the price at other stores. But, is it also useful to buy a smart plug from Action or HEMA? Buy a smart plug from Action? HEMA and Action have been selling smart plugs for some time now. These plugs are
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Esptool is a versatile and powerful utility that has gained popularity in the world of IoT (Internet of Things) and embedded systems. Developed by Espressif Systems, a company renowned for its contributions to the ESP8266 and ESP32 microcontroller platforms, esptool is an indispensable tool for flashing firmware, managing memory, and debugging ESP-based devices. In this
