Tag: smart home

Review: Orange Pi

Review: Orange Pi

The Raspberry Pi created an entire market by itself – the ability to have a complete Linux system for a low price, alongside GPIO pins for simple electronics prototyping, has made it a popular device with hackers and makers. The Pi is now on its third iteration, and other direct competitors have popped out. Orange …

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Review: KlikR Universal Remote Controller

Review: KlikR Universal Remote Controller

How many remote controls do you have in your home? I counted 5 in my living room. Not to mention, an additional 4 in my bedroom. These add up quickly, and well, switching remotes, keeping track of them can be a real hassle. Astro Smart offers a solution with the KlikR. The Klikr is a …

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TPLink HS100 – Python Package / Home Assistant

TPLink HS100 – Python Package / Home Assistant

The TPLink HS100 Smart Plug lets you remotely control your electric devices, and best of all, it’s compatible with Alexa, and other Open Source home automation software such as Home Assistant. The TPLink HS100 is as simple as it gets, plug to the wall socket, connect your device, set it up with the app, and …

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Review: Gateman WF10 Digital Lock

Review: Gateman WF10 Digital Lock

I bought the Gateman WF10 digital lock for my home. My first step towards a smart home should start from the entrance. It’s one of those gadgets which I have really appreciated after using it – simple, secure, convenient. The Gateman WF10 is a handle-less digital rim lock that provides biometric (ie fingerprint recognition) and …

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