We’ve known for some time that there was major news on the way from Philips Hue, and the company has now announced all of the details. One of the headline features is a new Bridge Pro which turns your ...

The PIR library implements a class to monitor 1 or more PIR sensors. The library supports default 8 PIR sensors per object, which typically are added in setup(). It is possible to add a sensor (pin) ...

IKEA plans to overhaul its smart home lineup with full Matter support, making its budget-friendly products compatible with Apple Home and other ecosystems without requiring the company's own hub, ...

Photoelectric sensors detect objects and surface changes using variations in optical properties. Each sensor includes a light emitter and a receiver, with most relying on infrared light. In optical ...

Gas leaks can pose serious safety risks, especially in homes, kitchens, and small commercial spaces. In this project, you'll learn how to build a simple and budget-friendly gas leakage detector using ...

Walking safely and confidently can be a challenging task for visually impaired individuals, but with the help of technology, we can make it easier for them. This DIY Blind Stick is an innovative yet ...

The library gives control over up to 16 parallel working PIR devices over I2C. The idea for this library came up in a discussion about how to fully cover an area with PIR sensors without blind spots ...

As radar technology continues to advance, it offers an increasingly broad range of capabilities, making it a viable alternative to traditional passive infrared (PIR) sensors. With radar’s enhanced ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

After its recent pivot into home security with a new line of security cameras, Philips Hue is reportedly poised to debut a feature that turns its smart bulbs into motion sensors. If true, the move ...