Xiaomi Linptech Seat Pressure Sensor PS1BB Review and ESPHome Setup
AliExpress Reviews: Xiaomi/Linptech Pressure Sensor PS1BB Setup and Review. Reliable, off the shelf solution for triggering automations from your office chair.
Zemismart 3-Phase Energy Meter SDM01 Review
AliExpress Reviews: Zemismart 3-Phase Energy Meter SDM01 with 120 clamps. DIN rail mountable, accurate, reliable and compact Zigbee energy meter.
Welock SECBN51 Fingerprint Smart Lock Review
Biometric Smart Lock from WeLock, labelled as model SECBN51. Battery operated, Bluetooth replacement lock with fingerprint, RFID and code unlocking.
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.
Aqara Unveils Battery-Powered Presence Sensor at CES 2025
Aqara has showcased a new battery-powered presence sensor at CES 2025, the FP300, with built-in Zigbee & Thread support.
SwitchBot’s CES 2025 Appearance is All About Robots
SwitchBot showcased innovative smart home devices and robots at CES 2025, offering practical solutions for modern home automation.
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.
Best and Worst Presence Sensors for Home Assistant
UPDATED 28.12.2024: Dynamic overview of the best and worst mmWave Occupancy Sensors for Home Automation, all tested in Home Assistant via Zigbee, Wi-Fi or BLE.
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.
