Home Automation

How to turn "dump" washing machine into smart one and get Alexa washing machine notifications (Google Home and Android too)

Turns out, creating Alexa notifications in NodeRED is very easy thanks to a new skill. Here is how to make your NodeRED cooperate with Alexa.

Until now, it was nearly impossible to add the NodeRED devices to Google Home. Thanks to gBridge, Google Assistant and NodeRED integration is simple!

Which smart switch is better for your home? Sonoff Mini vs Shelly 1

What's new in upcoming NodeRED 1.0. Quick overview of the most important changes.

Long awaited Sonoff R3 DIY mode is even worse than I expected.

Amazon says goodbye to Amazon Dash buttons so it's time to find better alternatives!

Learn how to control IKEA TRADFRI light bulbs in NodeRED using Zigbee2MQTT

On its own IKEA TRADFRI motion sensor is very simple and not exactly smart. Thanks to NodeRED I'm able to add more features and turn this motion sensor in a truly connected thing!

How to use IKEA TRADFRI remote in NodeRED and replicate its original functionality with other devices.