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Connecting Amazon Dash Buttons to Home Assistant (via Dasher)
Amazon [https://amazon.com] recently has been having a number of sales on their Amazon Dash buttons [https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0187TMXBE/ref=as_li_ss_tl?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-3&pf_rd_r=GTA3EVF728HNJD22FAAG&pf_rd_r=GTA3EVF728HNJD22FAAG&pf_…
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Home Assistant Automations based on Solar Elevation Angle
I use Home Assistant [https://home-assistant.io/] for all of my home automation and control needs. If you haven't heard of Home Assistant, it's pretty awesome and it supports a ton of stuff [https://home-assistant.io/components/]. One of the neat things you can do on…
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Make your Doorbell smart for about $27
I recently became a first time homeowner and like most people I've been allured by the Ring Video Doorbell [https://amzn.to/2KNHs44]. Despite the steep price, I have thoroughly considered purchasing one and after plenty of homework I decided that the Ring Doorbell wasn't for…
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The biggest problem with the Hue Dimmer Switch and how to fix it!
The Phillips Hue Dimmer Switch [https://amzn.to/2PoogLk] is probably the best accessory for your Phillips Hue Lighting [https://amzn.to/2nOL9La]. It lets anyone adjust the lighting in the room (including recalling scenes) without having to use the app. It's super convenient, especially in bedrooms. There&…
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Helping people around the world with their computer's microphone
Happy New Year! In a previous position at work I maintained a blog where I posted topics, tips, and tricks surrounding the use of the system I managed. One of these tips was how to properly adjust a microphone input level within Windows XP, Windows 7, and OS X. I…
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Controlling Belkin Wemo lighting with a Logitech Harmony IR Remote
Recently I've found myself dabbling in some basic home automation for lighting and control. I've had pretty decent success with the Belkin Wemo line of products and more recently I've enjoyed using their light bulbs on their Wemo Link platform. Here's my…
