In this month's 'My Automated Home' feature, Nigel Giddings shares his innovative setup that harnesses a 3G signal from a remote corner of his rural paradise, transmits it 300 meters back to his home, and redistributes it to his family. For those living in the countryside where traditional ADSL or cable broadband is unavailable, there …
p>So, in an effort to extend the lifespan of our MacBook until the next major redesign, we decided to upgrade to a trendy SSD. However, the 128GB SSD we chose wasn't large enough to store our entire LightRoom library and video files, so we opted to remove the optical drive and replace it with a …
Hardware hacking is a beloved pastime for many enthusiasts, and one such individual is Automated Home reader Martin Howell. Martin has come up with a clever solution to a common problem - knowing when there is mail in his mailbox on the gatepost. By combining a Velleman IR kit, a makeup mirror, and some Arduino …
Loxone, a leader in home automation technology, has recently unveiled their latest innovation - the IR Extension Module. This cutting-edge device is designed to seamlessly integrate into your existing home automation system, allowing you to control up to 8 infra-red modules throughout your home. With a sleek design that fits into the consumer unit, the …
In recent days, the tech world was abuzz with the chilling tale of Wired journalist Mat Honan's personal hacking ordeal. If you missed out on this harrowing saga, I highly recommend reading his article or watching his interview on This Week in Tech. The incident shed light on the glaring security flaws in the systems …
The Automated Home Wiring Guide is a comprehensive documentation of the installation of various wiring systems in a new "automated" home. This guide aims to provide helpful information to those facing a similar task and inspiration to those considering home automation. Through the inclusion of photographs, the guide seeks to visually convey important information, as …
CommandFusion is a well-known name in the world of home automation, particularly for their iViewer mobile app. This app has gained popularity for its ability to control various home automation systems from iOS and Android devices. But what sets CommandFusion apart is their guiDesigner software, a powerful Windows application that allows CI or DIY installers …
Plex is a well-known and beloved media server platform that has gained popularity over recent months, thanks to its innovative features like PlexSync. This feature allows users to sync their media to multiple mobile devices, making it easy to take your favorite movies and TV shows on the go. Imagine this scenario: it's a Friday …
Adding IP control to your garage doors can be a fun and rewarding home automation project, especially on a rainy weekend. It showcases the power and simplicity of using Indigo for controlling devices in your home. The most straightforward way to connect to most garage doors is through their manual push button control. This method …
In today's digital age, it has become increasingly important to safeguard our valuable data. The beginning of a new year presents the perfect opportunity to make some changes, starting with backing up your digital home. One of the most crucial aspects of this process is ensuring the security of your email and calendar data. In …
