• Everything Home Presence One Sensor

    https://github.com/EverythingSmartHome/everything-presence-one


  • Xbox Series S

    Entertainment

    Introducing the Xbox Series S, the smallest, sleekest Xbox console ever. Experience the speed and performance of a next-gen all-digital console at an accessible price point. Go all-digital and enjoy disc-free, next-gen gaming with the smallest Xbox console ever made. Bundle includes: Xbox Series S console, one Xbox Wireless Controller, a high-speed HDMI cable, and power cable. Experience next-gen speed and performance with the Xbox Velocity Architecture, powered by a custom SSD and integrated software

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    Features

    • Bundle includes: Xbox Series S console, one Xbox Wireless Controller, a high-speed HDMI cable, power cable, and 2 AA batteries.
    • Quick Resume, lightning-fast load times, and gameplay of up to 120 FPS—all powered by Xbox Velocity Architecture.
    • Add Xbox Game Pass Ultimate (membership sold separately) to play new games day one. Enjoy hundreds of high-quality games with friends on console, PC, and cloud. Plus, now you can skip the install and jump in with cloud gaming.
    • Hardware-accelerated ray tracing and advanced 3D Spatial Sound
    • Integration with Home Assistant

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  • Targus USB-C Universal DV4K Docking Station

    Interoperability

    Get the most out of your workstation with two ultra-high-def monitors. Plug them in with the USB-C™ Universal DV4K Docking Station with 100W Power, which is Thunderbolt™ 3 compatible and supports both DisplayPort™ and HDMI in the one docking station. It’ll help keep your laptop — and your productivity — humming all day long as it delivers integrated power and charging for most USB-C laptops up to 100 watts.

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    Features

    • Extend and, or duplicate your laptop screen up to two 4K Ultra HD displays for productive, high-performance workspaces.
    • Connect without complexity, universally compatible with both USB-A and USB-C devices, including Thunderbolt 3 devices.
    • Universal Power Delivery up to 100W for USB-C devices built-in, PLUS Universal Legacy Power charging for USB-A devices, includes power tips for ASUS , Dell , HP , and Lenovo
    • Supports dual 4K Ultra HD monitor video via 2x DisplayPort (DP 1.2a) and 2x HDMI (HDMI 2.0) ports, DisplayLink DL 6950 chip technology.
    • USB-C Power Delivery up to 100W, USB-A Power Tips included for Acer , ASUS , Compaq , Dell , Fujitsu , Gateway , HP , IBM/Lenovo , and Toshiba

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  • Google Nest Mini

    Voice Assistant

    Talk to Google to voice control personalized timers, reminders, and devices throughout the house. Similar capability to echo dots, but my ecosystem is predominately Amazon and I only have one of these devices in the office. Google home has integration with Home Assistant.

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    Features

    • Rich sound quality
    • Voice controlled google assistant
    • Home Assistant Integration

    Reference

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  • ESP Development Boards

    ESP-WROOM-32 ESP32S

    Powerful microcontroller for most DIY projects including relay and lighting control, bluetooth sensors, and more. Powerful combination with Home Assistant and ESPHome. The ESP32 integrated with Antenna switches, RF Balun, power amplifiers, low-noise amplifiers, filters, and management modules, and the entire solution occupies the least area of PCB. 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi plus Bluetooth dual-mode chip, with TSMC Ultra-low power consumption 40nm technology, power dissipation performance and RF performance is the best, safe and reliable, easy to extend to a variety of applications

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    ESP32 Dev Board

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    Features

    • 2.4GHz Dual Mode WiFi + Bluetooth Development Board
    • Support LWIP protocol, Freertos
    • Supports Three Modes: AP, STA, and AP+STA
    • Ultra-Low power consumption, Compatible with Arduino IDE
    • The ESP32 is dual core, this means it has 2 processors
    • 512 kB RAM
    • This particular board has 30 or 36 pins, 15 in each row.

    ESP32 Mini

    • Power supply voltage: DC 5V (USB)
    • Input/Output voltage: DC 3.3V
    • I/O Pins: 34
    • SRAM: 520KB External Flash

    ESP8266 ESP-01

    • Serial/UART baud rate: 115200 bps
    • Input power: 3.3V
    • I/O voltage tolerance: 3.6V Max
    • Flash Memory Size: 1MB (8Mbit)
    • WiFi security modes: WPA, WPA2

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  • Echo Show 15

    Amazon Touch Screen Control Devices

    I use the large echo show together with the stand in the kitchen. It is a microphone for controlling all home automation, a touch screen display for interacting with home assistant, and a personal assistant to display schedules, recipes, and daily news.

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    Tilt Stand for Echo Show

    Features

    • With a 15.6” Full HD (1080p) smart display and Fire TV
    • Works with Amazon Fire TV remote for voice control
    • Customizable widgets like shared calendars, personal sticky notes, and to-do lists to keep the family on track. Ask Alexa for daily meal inspiration tailored for you, including recipes, food delivery options, and more.
    • Add smart home to the home screen or access all of Home Assistant with the MyPage Skill.
    • Display artwork and your albums from Amazon Photos.
    • Built-in mic/camera off button and a built-in camera shutter for video calls.

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  • Ecobee Smart Thermostat

    HVAC and Climate Control

    Thermostat learns and adapts to your schedule and delivers comfort where it counts with included Smart Sensor. Embedded voice control for all home assistant devices and integration with weather service. Control from anywhere with your iOS or Android device via companion app or home assistant.

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    ecobee

    Features

    • Included eco+ recommendations based on household schedule, community energy demand, and peak pricing
    • Scheduling, home/away, feels-like awareness
    • Notifications, alerts, and energy reports
    • Advanced thermostat equipment protection
    • Alexa Built-in, and Siri enabled with Homekit
    • Remote temperature sensor
    • Embedded speaker for voice response

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  • Kidde SM120X Smoke Detector and Alarm Trigger Integration Relay

    Fire Detection

    Integrated In-home smoke detectors with Home Assistant. Sends smoke alarm conditions to Home Assistant and allows for manual triggering of smoke alarm.

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    Features

    • Switches connected device power when a smoke/heat interconnect signal is received
    • Internal power Supply for pull station comparability controls and connects auxiliary warning devices
    • Used with multiple station alarms and detectors use with Kidde fyrnetics devices only
    • Kidde SM120X – Interconnect Accessories Smoke Relay Module: 408-SM120X – Smoke Relay Module

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  • Reolink Video Surveillance System

    Surveillance

    Surveillance systems offer a way to combine all Reolink products into a smart, and integrated Home Automation security solution. Cameras provide remote visual and audio access to the coverage area, and when used in combination with home security and motion detection, home surveillance systems offer peace of mind and 24/7 access to “what happened” with real-time alerts to see “what is happening now”. I chose Reolink because of the quality of cameras, for great value compared to other solutions, and for the ability to integrate with Home Assistant.

    When integrated with Home Assistant, each camera can be used to create motion detection events, and provides a single interface to manage night vision, audio, and recording switches. I’ve chosen this separate NVR (rather than storing data on the NAS or Home Assistant Server), to alleviate processing demands on NAS compute, the Home Assistant Server compute, and network bottlenecks observed when combining NVR devices.

    Satisfaction Score

    RLN16-410 Reference

    Features

    • 16-Channel PoE NVR for 24/7 Continuous Recording
    • Support up to 12MP
    • Power over Ethernet
    • 16-Channel
    • 3TB HDD Built-in
    • Motion Detection
    • Person / Vehicle Detection on supported cameras
    • Home Assistant integration

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    RLC-510A 2-Pack (White)
    2 X RLC-510A
    • 5MP PoE IP Camera
    • Person/Vehicle Alerts
    • 100ft Night Vision*
    • Motion Detection
    • Audio Recording
    RLC-520
    • 5MP PoE IP Camera
    • 100ft Night Vision*
    • IP66 Waterproof
    • Motion Detection
    • Audio Recording
    6 X RLC-410
    • 4MP PoE IP Camera
    • 100ft Night Vision*
    • IP66 Waterproof
    • Motion Detection
    • Audio Recording
    RLC-511 / 810A
    • 5MP PoE IP Camera
    • 4X Optical Zoom
    • 100ft Night Vision*
    • IP66 Waterproof
    • Motion Detection

  • GenMon Wifi Control Module

    Power Backup

    This generator includes a WiFi control module and a Mobile Link application and capability from Honeywell. I found both the free and paid service capabilities of this service very limited and without an integration to Home Assistant.

    I chose to disconnect the Honeywell WiFi module and utilize a custom opensource GenMon software and Home Assistant integration to manage and monitor the generator. Trouble free since 2021.

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    Also requires:

    • Raspberry Pi 4 4GB
      1.5GHz 64-bit quad-core CPU
    • Includes 32GB Samsung EVO+ Micro SD Case
    • Integrated Fan Mount and Fan, Heat Sinks

    Features

    • MQTT integration Home Assistant
    • Maintenance, Start / Stop and Alarm Logs
    • Generator warnings and faults
    • Power Outage Information
    • Generator Service Information
    • Generator Exercise Automation and Control
    • Generator Operation Information
    • Ability to start, stop, exercise the transfer switch
    • Fuel consumption
    • Service Journal for logging maintenance, repair, etc
    • Backup configuration files
    • Display Generator Controller Information

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  • Emporia Vue Energy Monitor

    Energy Consumption

    The Vue Energy Monitor tracks energy use in real time for each specific circuit 24/7. This provides insight for exactly how much energy you’re using or generating in real time and historically by the minute, hour, day, week, month, and year. The Home Assistant integration makes it a seamless addition to help manage energy usage.

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    Features

    • Connects to Emporia over 2.4GHz WiFi
    • Monitors electricity use/generation 24/7
    • Collects granular, 1-second energy data
    • Monitors voltage for real power metrics
    • Tracks how much energy is being used on each circuit
    • Manage energy use and generation mobile app
    • Integration with Home Assistant
    • Receive actionable recommendations

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  • Honeywell Generac Generator and Transfer Switch

    Power Backup

    Nothing works without power. My home automation employs a mix of natural gas, electric grid, backup generator and battery power.

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    Features

    • 20000 Watts whole house protection with the 200 Amp, NEMA 3R smart switch
    • 999cc Generac G-Force Engine with Electronic governor
    • Generator Model: G0070632
    • Transfer Switch Model: 100000011751

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  • Synology DS1621+ NAS

    Content Management and Virtualization

    Synology DS1621+ is a powerful and compact 6-bay network attached storage solution designed to store and protect critical data assets.  Virtual Machine Management (VMM) running development environments for Home Assistant, Docker and Portainer solutions host numerous applications, and integrated web services run self-hosted office and webites.

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    Features

    • CPU: AMD Ryzen Quad-core 2.2 GHz
    • Cache: Dual M.2 2280 slots for NVMe Cache
    • Network: 10GbE networking
    • Read/Write: 2,323/1,434 MB/s
    • File management and sharing
    • Storage virtualization solutions
    • Backup Solutions
    • Office Management
    • Security

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  • Grandstream VOIP HT801 Analog Telephone Adapter

    Communications and Voice Control

    The VoIP integration enables users to talk to Home Assistant “Assist” using an analog phone and a VoIP adapter. I also have plans to investigate third party add-ons for use in calling my phones and emergency services connected to alarm triggers.

    Satisfaction Score

    Grandstream HT801

    Features

    • Supports 1 SIP profile through a single FXS port and a single 10/100Mbps port
    • TLS and SRTP security encryption technology to protect calls and accounts
    • Automated provisioning options include TR-069 and XML config files
    • Supports 3-way voice conferencing
    • Failover SIP server automatically switches to secondary server if main server loses connection
    • Supports T.38 Fax for creating Fax-over-IP
    • Supports a wide range of caller ID formats
    • Use with Grandstream’s UCM series of IP PBXs for Zero Configuration provisioning
    • Supports call transfer, call forward, call-waiting, do not disturb, message waiting indication, multilanguage prompts, flexible dial plan and more

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  • Govee Wireless 4 Probe Cooking Thermometer

    Grill and Smoker Thermometer

    Govee Wireless Meat Thermometer is situated between my Smoker and most frequently used gill. Has meat temperature and alarm settings integrated with Home Assistant through the Bluetooth integration – which requires a bluetooth proxy in the Outdoor Kitchen to get sufficient range. Works great and has an good app. Future plans to replace batteries with DC power stepped down from available 5V to 3.3V. Integration with Home Assistant allows for controls together with temperature monitoring.

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    Features

    • Accurate within 1.8°F/1°C in 1 second with a total working range of 32°F-302°F.
    • Four 304 food grade stainless steel probes allow you to monitor multiple food temperatures.
    • Govee Home app within a 230ft/70m Bluetooth range.
    • Smart Alerts: Get an immediate notification on your phone once the food temperatures are out of your preset range.
    • Detailed Temperature Charts: Each cooking thermometer probe records temperature changes for 2 hours.
    • Integrated with Home Assistant.

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  • Huacanxing H801 5 channel LED controller

    Lighting

    This controller can be used as a RGB, RGBW, RGB dual white or even control 5 individual monochromatic strips if you want or combinations of these.

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    Features

    • 5 channels controller
    • same 4 lines for each channel (red, green and blue) and the common anode for power
    • Exposes the required GPIOs for firmware flashing
    • Local control
    • Flash ESPHome, WLED, or Tasmota firmware for integration into Home Assistant

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  • Near Field Communication Reader Module Kit

    NFC Tages

    NFC Reader integrated with Homeassistant through ESPHome. Allows reader of NFG Tags (cards, keyfobs, and rings) to be swiped and trigger automations specific to a location or room.

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    Features

    • Support NFC RFID reading and writing
    • P2P communication with peers
    • Support I2C, SPI and HSU (High Speed UART)
    • On-board level shifter, standard 5V TTL for I2C and UART, 3.3V TTL SPI

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  • 50 PCS NFC Tags NTAG215 NFC Round Cards

    NFC Tags

    NFC tags are useful to place in specific areas where a specific trigger from a specific device is desired. For example, allowing an NFC scan for guests to access your WiFi network, or activate a night-time automation when the phone is near.

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    Features

    • White high quality blank NTAG215 cards, the size of round NFC sticker is 25 mm in diameter
    • Glossy finish and waterproof pvc material, can be placed outdoors or near water without the risk of losing functionality.
    • 215 chip has a 504-byte usable memory size, read-write lock function; data can be stored in more than 10 years;
    • NFC-enabled phones and devices; daily using for sharing contact info, business card, URL, text, security, authentication purposes, etc.
    • Each NFC card is read/write ready and easy to program.

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  • Comidox 3Pcs High Sensitivity Microphone Sensor

    Sound Detection

    Summary device description.

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    Features

    • The module has 2 outputs: AO, analog output, real-time output microphone voltage signal; DO, when the sound intensity reaches a certain threshold, it outputs high and low level signals, [threshold-sensitivity can be adjusted by potentiometer]
    • There are 3mm mounting screw holes, which are powered by a 5v DC power supply.
    • There is an analog output with a threshold flip level output.
    • There is a power indicator and the comparator output has an indicator.

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  • Keystone Motorized Outdoor Sun Shade

    Shades and Blinds

    I surrounded my outdoor kitchen with these motorized, remote controlled shades. This is primarily to keep the sun out, but also mitigates wind and rain in the winter. Keystone Elite Plus shades block up to 90% of UVA rays, but you can still see through them. This shade comes in 4′, 6′, 8′ and 10′ widths and all shades have an 8′ fabric drop. I ordered (2) 8-foot, (2) 6-foot, and (1) 10-foot to surround the outdoor space. Controls are integrated into Home Assistant using the same Broadlink RM4 Pro that I use to control the family room television. This means the shades are also controllable from anywhere by voice.

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    Features

    • Enhance Outdoor Comfort By Reducing Heat, UV Exposure, and Blinding Glare with Style
    • Available fabric colors include Maui (72% UVA block), Tropic Bahama (85% UVA block), Caribbean (90% UVA block) and Kona (90% UVA block).
    • Commercial Weight, Exterior Grade PVC Woven Fabric Provides Up To 90% UV Block
    • Stylish, Sturdy Aluminum Valance
    • A/C Motorized Remote Operation. Can Control Up to 5 Shades with One Remote

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  • Gas Sensors

    MQ5 MQ-5 Methane Natural Gas Sensor Shield

    Summary device description.

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    Features

    • MQ-5 LPG Gas City Sensor Module
    • Sensitive material MQ-5 gas sensor is used to clean the air in the lower conductivity for better gas, natural gas, city gas detection.
    • Both DO (TTL) and (AO Analog) switching signals
    • TTL output valid signal is low. ( Low-level signal when the output light can be directly connected to the microcontroller or relay module)
    • Analog output voltage with the higher concentration of higher voltage.
    • Input voltage : DC5V Power consumption (current): 150mA
    • DO output : TTL digital 0 and 1 ( 0.1 and 5V)
    • AO output :0.1-0 .3 V (relative to pollution), the maximum concentration of a voltage of about 4V

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    Planned project to detect if grill, firepit, fireplace, or range is left on or leaking gas. MP-4 model with advanced planar construction is Use simple electrocircuit, convert change of conductivity to correspond output signal of gas concentration. It is widely used in domestic gas leakage alarm, industrial flammable gas alarm and portable gas detector.

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    Features

    • Small gas sensor
    • 300-10000PPM
    • Combustible Gas Sensor Methane, natural gas, biogas Sensor
    • Comprised of heater and metal oxide semiconductor material of subminiature Al2O3 ceramic plate, fetch out electrode down-lead, encapsulation in metal base and cap. When the target gas exists , The sensor’s conductivity is more higher along with the gas concentration rising.

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  • Raspiaudio Muse Proto

    Audio

    Not just another Bluetooth speaker. Project DIY board enabling Airplay, Bluetooth, Logitech media server, SD card mp3 play. Make your own Bluetooth speaker software app with Home Assistant.

    Features

    • 1x3W mono output via terminal screws
    • 1 3W on-board speaker
    • 1 Micro USB charging port with built in serial programming and charging
    • Auto loader circuit
    • 1 battery charging port (battery not included)
    • 1 charging battery led
    • 1 mems microphones
    • 1 buttons
    • 1 programmable RGB LEDs (WS2812)
    • 1 18650 battery Battery level sensor
    • Dimension : 10x5x1 cm

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  • Andonstar AD246S-M HDMI Digital Microscope

    Tools

    A soldering microscope helps with PCB inspection, SMD soldering and other types of electronics work and repairs. The best electronics microscope for soldering should have an extended working distance, magnification from 10x-300x, and the ability to attach a camera to record videos and capture images. 

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    Features

    • Lens L (60-240x) for Soldering and Repairing
    • Lens A (18-720x), can be used to observe whole coins or parts
    • Lens D (1800-2040x), can be used to observe biological slides
    • Ultra high definition 2160P Video Record, while supporting HDMI output to a larger screen, allows you to see a more microscopic world and free your eyes all the time.
    • Professional measurement software with Windows PC to measure the length of objects, calculate the area, take photos, videos.
    • Adjustable LEDs. A total of eight intensity levels of LED lights
    • Wireless Remote Control. It is convenient for you to operate from a long distance and supports functions such as image discoloration and digital zoom.

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  • Roborock Q7 Max+

    Robotic Cleaning

    Roborock Q7 Max+ automatically vacuums, has ease of use with a capable app, and the convenience of the Auto-Empty Dock Pure is useful. Integrates with Home Assistant and associated cards.

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    Features

    • Vacuum and mop simultaneously
    • Precision PreciSense™ LiDAR #D mapping
    • Combined Dustbin and Water Tank with 470 ml Dustbin and 350 ml water capacity
    • Driven by a large 5200mAh Li-ion powerhouse, Q7 Max+ can clean non-stop for up to 3 hours5 on a single charge
    • No-Go Zones and Invisible Walls
    • Programmable routines
    • Voice control with Alexa, Siri, and Google home

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  • iBlinds Blind Motors

    Blinds and Shades

    iBlinds is a simple Z-Wave Plus motor used to automate your existing window blinds. Control any 2-2 ½ inch corded lift horizontal blinds in your home or office. I added these motors to my existing Hunter Douglas blinds throughout the house. I also ran wiring to the blinds in upstairs so I don’t have to worry about charging the batteries. Set a scheduled to open at sunrise and close at sunset, use voice control with Amazon Alexa and Google Home or manually control a single blind, or a group of them, from home or anywhere in the world with Z-Wave integration to Home Assistant.

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    Features

    • Set specific times or open and close at sunrise and sunset or follow the sun with Home Assistant templates
    • Control with Voice, Smart Phone, Tablet or Z-Wave Remote
    • Toggle the blinds open and closed using the easy access Charge Adapter button
    • Z-Wave parameters to configure the blind motor direction, speed, and more
    • Built with the new Z-Wave 700 series module. S2 security, longer wireless range and faster speed

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  • CanaKit Raspberry Pi 4 Basic Starter Kit

    Interoperability

    Summary device description.

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    Features

    • Includes Raspberry Pi 4 Model B with 1.5GHz 64-bit quad-core ARMv8 CPU (2GB RAM)
    • Official Raspberry Pi 4 USB-C Power Supply
    • Official Raspberry Pi 4 Case
    • Micro HDMI to HDMI Cable (Supports up to 4K 60p) – 6-foot Length
    • CanaKit USB-C PiSwitch (On/Off Power Switch), Set of Aluminum Heat Sinks for the Raspberry Pi 4

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  • Kwikset Smart Code 916CNT Touchscreen Lock

    Door Locks

    The SmartCode touchscreen smart lock with Home Connect technology enables the lock to wirelessly communicate with other devices and automations in home via Home Assistant. The KeyMaster integration available through the Home Assistant Community Store (HACS) is a very convenient way to provide and revoke access codes.

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    Lock

    Features

    • Remotely check the door lock status, lock or unlock the door and receive notifications.
    • Manage up to 30 your personalized codes
    • Features patented SecureScreen technology to prevent code detection from fingerprints on the touchscreen.
    • Operates on 4 AA batteries.
    • Can be locked or unlocked by using the keypad or key from the outside as well as the turn button from the inside.
    • Featuring SmartKey Security, which protects against advanced break-in techniques and allows you to re-key your lock yourself
    • ANSI/BHMA grade 2 certified
    • Keypad stays lit for 30 seconds after inactivity

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  • Dell OptiPlex 3050 Micro Form Factor (MFF)

    Network Interoperability

    This is my dedicated Micro Form Factor computer to run Home Assistant. Much more powerful than a raspberry pi, and I added additional memory and SSD storage.

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    Features

    • Dell OptiPlex 3050 MFF (Micro Form Factor)
    • 1x Intel Core i7 Quad (i7-6700T) 2.80 GHz, 16 GB RAM, 128 GB HDD, No Optical, Intel Integrated Graphics.
    • Added Crucial BX500 1TB 3D NAND SATA 2.5-Inch Internal SSD, up to 540MB/s – CT1000BX500SSD1
    • Ordered OS or software – using HAOS

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  • Sunbuck Bluetooth stereo amplifier receiver

    Audio

    This amplifier is wired to my docking station audio output. This allows a wired connection to a set of surround sound speakers to envelop my office in sounds coming through any computer system connected to the docking station and improves the audio experience when engaging in video conference or watching media content on computer without interruptions from Amazon echos, Google Mini, or SONOS Devices.

    Satisfaction Score

    Amp

    Features

    • 2 channel Sunbuck Bluetooth stereo amplifier receiver
    • 180W/90W x 2 P.M.P.O (Peak Music Power Output)
    • FM Radio receiver
    • USB/SD card Bluetooth inputs
    • RCA(R, L) audio input for tuner, CD player, tape deck,
    • LCD display helps you set different mode more conveniently.
    • Previous, next, play/pause controls
    • Rotary knob controls for input, bass, treble, and master volume

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  • Smart Power Strip, WiFi Surge Protector

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    The WiFi power strip support Manual Control, Voice Control and Remote Control. Make it possible to control your appliances with your smart phone anywhere and anytime. I use it for the office monitors, audio, and charging devices.

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    Features

    • 4 smart outlets plus 4 USB ports
    • Free app ( Smart Life &Tuya )
    • Only support 2.4GHz WiFi network.
    • Power Rating: 1650W (125V 10A)
    • USB Outputs: 5V/1A*4(Max2.1A)
    • Outlet Quantity: 4 AC Outlets and 4 USB Charging Ports
    • Provides protection UP To 1700 Joules
    • Power Strip dimensions: 7.8*3.4*1.1 in
    • The length of power cord:5 ft
    • Radio frequency: 2.4GHz
    • Home Assistant Integration through Tuya (cloud based)

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