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…Instead of creating a seamless network, the extender made the whole setup feel patched together with duct tape and wishful thinking. Latency went up, roaming got messy, and reliability became a coin…
…In fact, I daresay that you can design a fully-functional HASS setup – one with proper automations and dashboards – without typing a single line of YAML syntax. That’s because Home Assistant…
…Real issues cropped up during Home Assistant updates, with most devices and automations freezing. Again, I assumed it was part of the system design and never thought that the Pi might be…
…Ntopng also revealed all the background chatter, such as ad-targeting requests, software update checks, and telemetry reports, that devices generate even when no one is using them. NetAlertX watches devices joining…
…Of course, it requires more steps to get up and running and isn't as convenient as Google's zero setup option, but in turn, you get total ownership security. Gemini for…
…In fact, it has been a long time since I built my current OPNsense setup, and it has yet to disappoint even once. Heck, even if you leave the extra security benefits…
…in dense smart-home setups, a properly configured router can usually handle a modest number of devices. Many rely on cloud connectivity for automations, integrations, and firmware updates. Unless you plan to…
…Dedicated dashboards and panels can be quite expensive and rather limited. Software may not be updated as frequently, and you may even be locked into an ecosystem, which is what Home Assistant…
…Plus, I was able to trigger a bunch of HASS automations, modify scripts, and update integrations from LM Studio, so there’s a lot of utility in this project. Related I deployed…
…Unlike a PIR sensor that loses you if you sit still, this setup attracts X and Y coordinates and speed. That way, you can use it to keep your office lights on…
