Home Assistant and Frigate in one palm-sized box beat my Raspberry Pi setup.

Jeff's been involved in the IT industry since before the Internet and spent more than 20 years working in technical support, system administration, network administration, and consulting roles. He ...

For a long time, a Raspberry Pi was a common suggestion for people looking to set up their first Home Assistant server. While it wasn't perfect, it was good enough for many setups. Sadly, the ...

These days, it seems like everything, even your usual everyday-use objects such as refrigerators and plugs, can be enhanced with smart home technology. Many grueling day-to-day tasks that used to take ...

Simon is a Computer Science BSc graduate who has been writing about technology since 2014, and using Windows machines since 3.1. After working for an indie game studio and acting as the family's go-to ...

Home Assistant can start innocently enough. Maybe you simply need the bedroom lights to turn off automatically, but that's just a gateway drug. After a while, your washing machine starts texting you ...

In recent years, integrating smart home devices into your living space has never been simpler. They have become easier to set up with user-friendly apps and step-by-step guides, and some are ...

The humble Raspberry Pi started off as an affordable hobbyist computer, but it packs a serious punch. This credit card-sized computer has evolved into a favorite among DIY enthusiasts. Whether you’re ...