In a way, the magic of a soil moisture sensor’s functionality boils down to a simple RC circuit. But of course, in practice there is a bit more to it than that. [rbaron] explains exactly how ...

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This humidity sensor consists of 2 copper conductors that are located at small distance from each other. The relay switches as soon as the moisture makes a connection that is more or less electrically ...

M y adventures of building a smart home on a shoestring budget are taking an interesting turn. It turns out that I don’t need ...

Exhaust fans help prevent mold and mildew in bathrooms and basements, but when left on, they waste electricity. Automate this process by installing a humidity sensor to replace the fan switch. A ...

Aqara today launched its latest sensor, debuting the Presence Multi-Sensor FP300. Aqara’s sensor is able to determine when someone is in the room, providing a useful way to control HomeKit-connected ...

Earlier this year, Ikea updated its Dirigera hub to become a Matter controller, allowing Matter devices from other companies ...

Andrew Blok covered home energy, with a focus on solar, and navigated the changing energy landscape to help people make smart energy decisions. He's a graduate of the Knight Center for Environmental ...