Blinking patterns of Philips Hue Dimmer Switch V1 (RWL021)

I currently own two Zigbee-based dimmer switches from Philipps Hue (the old V1 version). I was always wondering what the different blinking patterns of the LED indicated. Understanding them was not too straightforward. So here is a quick summary: Blinking orange The device is currently in pairing mode, waiting to be paired. A hard-reset andContinue reading “Blinking patterns of Philips Hue Dimmer Switch V1 (RWL021)”

How to flash Sonoff TX Ultimate with ESPHome

In today’s blog post, we’re focusing on the Sonoff TX Ultimate Smart Touch Wall Switch – a concealed installation switch with features that go beyond the basics. It is equipped with a large touch area, 28 LEDs for various lighting purposes, a speaker, vibration feedback, and gesture support. While these features offer great flexibility, flashingContinue reading “How to flash Sonoff TX Ultimate with ESPHome”

DIY wireless camera with ESP32-CAM

Having a watchful eye on your surroundings that you can view from your smartphone, for as cheap as 16$. Sounds great? Whether you’re looking to monitor your home, office, or any cherished space, you can do so with the ESP32-CAM module. We all know the ESP32, a very versatile microcontroller that can be used inContinue reading “DIY wireless camera with ESP32-CAM”