Sonoff Matter Dry-Contact Switch MINI-D Review
The first-ever Matter dry-contact smart switch: Sonoff MINI-D. Teardown, review, and Home Assistant Integration via Matter.
Best Energy Meters for Home Assistant
Comprehensive overview of the best whole-home energy monitors for Home Assistant, including clamp, pulse and P1 smart meters.
Aqara T1 Water/Gas Valve Controller Review
Dismantling, testing and Home Assistant integration of the new Aqara Valve Controller T1. Battery-powered, capable, well-made device but a bit too bulky.
Thirdreality Smart Zigbee Watering Kit Review
Testing, review, and setup of the ThirdReality Zigbee Watering Kit: battery-powered, expandable, simple to operate and automate with Home Assistant.
Tuya WP35 Matter Power Strip with USB Ports Review
AliExpress Reviews: Tuya WP35 Matter Power Strip with 4 Sockets and 2 USB ports, manufactured by Uascent. Excellent build quality, easy integration, good price.
Upgrading Toolset with Kaiweets Wire Stripper and Crimper
I’ve upgraded my arsenal with some new tools for disassembling and testing smart devices: Kaiweets KWS-112 Wire Stripper and KDC02 Crimping Tool.
Aosu Video Doorbell Ultra Review: 180 Days of Battery Life?
Testing, review, and setup of the Aosu Video Doorbell Ultra – a battery-powered doorbell with excellent battery life and local recording storage.
How to Integrate SwitchBot Meter Pro and Meter Pro (CO2) in ESPHome
Guide for integrating SwitchBot Meter Pro and Meter Pro (CO2) thermometers in Home Assistant by parsing BLE byte data with ESPHome.
SwitchBot Meter Pro CO2 Monitor Setup and Review
Testing, review and Home Assistant integration of the new SwitchBot Meter Pro (CO2) indoor thermometer. Beautiful, accurate, good battery life!
AliExpress Black Friday Smart Home Discount Codes 2025
List of discount codes per country for the AliExpress Black Friday Sale in 2024. Get the best out of the November discounts!
