Living With Home Assistant: The Other Side of the Smart Home

Sofia lives in a Home Assistant smart home, but she didn’t install it. We’re breaking down what its like on the other side of the fence and how open communication and involvement make for a happier smart home.

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Chapters

00:00:00 Introduction

00:02:00 Home Assistant origins

00:04:00 Philips Hue beginnings

00:06:30 Building automations together

00:09:00 Sensors and safety alerts

00:12:00 Magic mirror project

00:15:00 Apple Home scenes

00:18:00 Home Assistant usability

00:21:00 Privacy and stability

00:24:30 Voice control and wrap-up

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