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Home Assistant & Zigbee: How to Set It Up and Put It to Use, and Why You Should Do the Same! Part 3. ZigBee 3.0 Dongle Plus

Home Assistant & Zigbee: How to Set It Up and Put It to Use, and Why You Should Do the Same! Part 3. ZigBee 3.0 Dongle Plus

In this article, I will be talking about the ZigBee 3 Dongle Plus and how it can help you get the most

·9 min read
Home Assistant & Zigbee: How to Set It Up and Put It to Use, and Why You Should Do the Same! Part 2 - Zigbee Bridge Pro

Home Assistant & Zigbee: How to Set It Up and Put It to Use, and Why You Should Do the Same! Part 2 - Zigbee Bridge Pro

In this second article, I will be continuing my discussion of all things Zigbee, by detailing the conversion of a Zigbee Bridge

·8 min read
Home Assistant & Zigbee: How to Set It Up and Put It to Use, and Why You Should Do the Same! Part 1 - Zigbee Bridge

Home Assistant & Zigbee: How to Set It Up and Put It to Use, and Why You Should Do the Same! Part 1 - Zigbee Bridge

Zigbee is a wireless mesh networking protocol that is utilized in a variety of consumer and industrial applications. Mesh networks are formed

·8 min read
MQTT Install As Home Assistant Add-On Or Self Hosted!
Home Assistant

MQTT Install As Home Assistant Add-On Or Self Hosted!

How do you install an MQTT Broker? This blog post will also show you how to use Docker to self-host, as well

·10 min read
Guide for moving Home Assistant setup between Raspberry Pi and Docker
Home Assistant

At Last, The Secret To Migrating Home Assistant To / From Docker!

Learn the step-by-step process of migrating Home Assistant to and from Docker with this comprehensive guide. Discover how to move your Home Assistant instance between Docker and Raspberry Pi, ensuring smooth transitions without losing your configurations.

·4 min read
USB connected to laptop running Docker, with logo visible, representing the process of passing a USB device to a container
Home Assistant

USB Serial Device Passthrough to Docker Container // Home Assistant

Learn how to pass a USB dongle through to a Docker container in this step-by-step guide. Whether you're using Home Assistant or another system, this guide simplifies the process of configuring USB device access in Docker, especially for Linux users. Discover practical tips for seamless integration

·3 min read
Install Home Assistant Community Store {HACS}!
Home Assistant

Install Home Assistant Community Store {HACS}!

Learn how to install and configure the Home Assistant Community Store (HACS) to unlock powerful custom add-ons for your smart home setup. This step-by-step guide covers installation via SSH, Docker, and VM, helping you enhance your Home Assistant experience.

·3 min read
Bright, dynamic illustration of unified IoT devices connected by the Matter protocol
Protocol

Why Matter Matters!

Discover the history of Matter, the groundbreaking smart home protocol unifying IoT devices. Learn how Matter simplifies device communication, enhances connectivity, and what it means for the future of smart home automation.

·3 min read
Illustration of Bayesian sensor automation in a smart home setup
Home Assistant

A Deep Dive Into Bayesian Sensors For Home Assistant!

Explore the power of Bayesian sensors in Home Assistant! Learn how to configure Bayesian sensors for smart home automations using probabilistic inference. This underused integration can help you optimize your home automation by analyzing historical data to predict future events.

·3 min read
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Community

Welcome to Binary Tech {LABS}!

Discover Binary Tech Labs—your go-to site for in-depth tech insights, DIY guides, and hands-on support for tech enthusiasts. Join our community to explore projects, ask questions, and share your knowledge. Together, we’re building a place where learning and innovation thrive.

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