Step-by-step technical guides for setting up and optimising your smart home — written by engineers who've done it themselves.
Complete step-by-step setup guide — from SD card to working smart home.
GuideConnect any Zigbee device to Home Assistant with full local control.
GuideSegment your IoT network properly — step-by-step for UniFi.
GuidePhone tracking, BLE beacons, mmWave sensors — complete guide.
GuideControl your home by voice without any cloud dependency.
GuidePractical beginner's guide to powerful visual automation flows.
GuidePair Matter devices and configure your Thread Border Router.
GuideTrack every watt in your home — setup and dashboard guide.
GuideNever lose your configuration — automated backup setup.
Guide10 inspiring dashboard layouts to build your perfect control panel.
GuideComplete how-to — wiring, setup, and Home Assistant integration.
GuideLocal AI-powered camera detection — no cloud, no subscription.
GuideWhat it is, why you need one, and which one to choose.
GuideWhere to start — protocols, hubs, and first devices explained.
RoundupOur cornerstone guide: platforms, networking, lighting, security and the order to buy in.
GuideFamily-safe automations, parental controls, and devices that work for all ages.
GuideClearing up the terminology — what each term means and which approach suits you.
RoundupThe best smart home gadgets to give — for every budget and level of tech enthusiasm.
GuideBuild a capable smart home without spending a fortune — the best value devices ranked.
GuideWhat data your devices collect, who sees it, and how to minimise your exposure.
GuideThe devices and automations that actually reduce energy use — with real numbers.
GuideWhat to add in every room — living room, bedroom, kitchen, and garden covered.
GuideBuild a smart home without damaging walls or upsetting your landlord.