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5 reasons you should give Home Assistant a try in 2026

Home Assistant makes things far simpler. You have a single smart home hub that is capable of communicating with a huge range ...
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I automated network monitoring my home with ESP32 boards

The ESP32-C6 board continuously reports signal strength values that can be referenced to the wireless situation in the ...

How to Block Ads on Every Device, Anywhere, with Pi Zero 2 W, Pi-Hole, and Tailscale

Filter ads across devices with Pi-hole and Tailscale on a Pi Zero 2 W, using a static IP and router DNS for smoother browsing ...
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Are You Using Geofencing Around Your Home? You Should Be

Your home security systems and smart devices hide a secret in their settings, unnoticed by many users. It's a feature known as geofencing, and it can revolutionize how you use dozens of smart products ...

Build a Fast Offline AI Assistant on a Raspberry Pi 5

Build a fast, private offline chatbot on Raspberry Pi 5 with the RLM AA50, 24 TOPS, and 8GB DDR4 to get instant voice replies ...
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2025's Best Home Security Cameras That Don't Require Subscriptions

CNET staff -- not advertisers, partners or business interests -- determine how we review products and services. If you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. This past year, I've tested many ...