Integrating Ecowitt weather stations and sensors with Home Assistant is a fantastic way to bring your local environmental data into your smart home system. In this guide, you’ll learn which Ecowitt models are supported, the pros and cons of the integration, and a straightforward, step‑by‑step setup process.
When it comes to reliable and affordable smart weather and environmental sensors, Ecowitt is a name worth knowing. Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast, a weather hobbyist, or simply someone who wants more insight into outdoor conditions around your home, Ecowitt offers practical solutions that are smart, user-friendly, and well-priced.
If you’re looking to make your outdoor space smarter, safer, and easier to manage, outdoor smart power sockets (or outlets) are a great place to start. These handy devices give you remote control over your outdoor electronics, help manage energy use.
This guide covers everything you need to know, what they are, how they work, and what to look for when choosing the right one for your setup.
Many smart home sensors, locks, motion sensors, door contact sensor, smart irrigation etc devices rely on batteries. Frequent battery changes can be a pain. In this article, we explore how long various smart home device batteries typically last, provide strategies for efficient battery management, compare battery chemistries, and go over energy-efficient wireless protocols and settings that can be optimised to prolong battery life.
An in-depth look at what happens when your smart home loses power, along with practical advice on how to keep it running
A portable smart home system pushes the traditional boundaries of home automation. Instead of a fixed setup tied to one residence, a portable system offers flexibility, mobility, and adaptability. It caters to use cases ranging from temporary living spaces and rental properties to mobile offices, recreational vehicles or shows.
For homeowners and property managers looking to enhance security and automate their outdoor spaces or large area indoor spaces, the YoLink Smart Outdoor Gate/Door Contact Sensor (model YS7707-UC for US/Canada or YS7707-EC for UK/Europe) offers a robust, long-range solution
Smart home systems rely on wireless communication standards to connect an ever‐growing number of devices – from sensors and lighting to security systems and thermostats.
Two protocols that often come up in discussions are LoRa (Long Range) and Zigbee. Both offer low‐power connectivity but come with unique strengths and trade‐offs. Deciding which technology to use depends on your needs, device density and range requirements.
Tuya is a company that helps make everyday devices smart. That means they make products like light bulbs, fans, plugs, and even coffee makers connect to the internet so you can control them using your phone or voice.
The YoLink Speaker Hub is an essential component for YoLink smart home systems. It serves as the central hub, enabling YoLink devices to connect using LoRa (Long Range) technology, which provides robust communication over extended distances. This hub is specifically designed for YoLink devices
