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MQTT is a communication system that helps different parts of your smart home talk to each other. For Zigbee2MQTT to work smoothly with Home Assistant, you usually need an MQTT broker, which is like a ...

Google Home Hub went official today and along with it, Google is announcing some big changes for its Home control strategy. In addition to voice controls, the new “Home View” dashboard will enable ...

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Building a smart home begins with selecting the right ecosystem, and two prominent contenders in this space are Home Assistant and Homey Pro. Both platforms offer distinct features, advantages, and ...