itea, Wendy Smart Switches & Neutral Wires Explained: Do You REALLY Need One? Disclaimer: Consult a licensed electrician for questions regarding your home’s circuitry, and be sure to refer to building codes before undertaking electrical work, as regulations may vary by location...
itea, Wendy Ultimate Guide to Zigbee Gateways: SONOFF Zigbee USB Dongles vs. Bridges Introduction When building a smart home ecosystem, selecting the appropriate Zigbee gateway is crucial. SONOFF offers a range of Zigbee gateways, including USB dongles and Zigbee bridges , each cateri...
itea, Wendy How to Design a Smart Lighting System Designing a Smart Lighting System Another article: A Beginner’s Guide to Whole-House Smart Lighting Designing a smart lighting system involves strategic planning. The steps include: Print a floor plan...
itea, Wendy A Beginner’s Guide to Whole-House Smart Lighting Introduction This guide aims to simplify the process of implementing whole-house smart lighting by providing three primary sections: renovation solutions for existing homes, preparatory steps for pre-...
itea, Wendy Smart Home Protocols Explained: Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Z-Wave, Matter & More What Are Smart Home Protocols? Smart home protocols are the backbone of the interconnected devices and systems that make up a smart home. These protocols allow different devices and systems to communi...
itea, Wendy Two Different Types of Wall Switches: Neutral Wire Switch and Single Live Wire Switch Introduction With the advancement of technology, smart homes have gradually become prevalent in many households. The various control methods and home automation features of smart homes have attracted ...
itea, Wendy Home Automation and Energy Saving Introduction The installation of home automation devices in your home is the simplest and most innovative solution to save energy and reduce the cost of electricity and heating bills. In an era where ...
itea, Wendy Home AUTOMATION – 10 Ways to Control Your Smart Home When you’re at home, you may expect a lazy and easy lifestyle that the bedroom light on the second floor can be turned off while you sitting on the sofa on the first floor. When you’re not home, a lit...
itea, Wendy ZHA vs. Zigbee2MQTT: The Best Zigbee Integration for Home Assistant? Introduction If you’re integrating Zigbee devices into Home Assistant, you’ve likely come across two popular solutions: ZHA (Zigbee Home Automation) and Zigbee2MQTT (Z2M) . Both allow you to connect Z...
itea, Wendy Dry Contact Switches vs. Wet Contact Switches: Understanding the Difference and Choosing the Right One Introduction In the world of electrical and electronic systems, the terms “ dry contact ” and “ wet contact ” are frequently used, yet they can be confusing for those unfamiliar with these concepts. D...
