A lot of people use the words “automation” and “scene” interchangeably, but they are actually different. **Automation** runs by itself. It happens based on a time, condition, or trigger. Example: 7pm → lights turn on Humidity too high → bathroom fan turns on Motion detected → hallway ligh

Part II — Since many of you liked the first post on linking Taobao smart devices to Google Home, here’s the Apple Home version. If you use Apple Home, not every Taobao smart device will appear directly in the Home app. Apple Home works best with: HomeKit accessories Matter devices certifie

Bought smart devices from Taobao but can’t link them to Google Home? This happens quite often because Google Home does not support every device directly — especially some China-only brands, niche Zigbee devices, or random Taobao smart home products. The workaround is to use Home Assistant as

Smart home planning should not only happen after renovation is completed. Some things can be adjusted later, like scenes, automations, app settings, and dashboard layouts. But some items need to be planned earlier during renovation, especially wiring, sockets, switch placement, curtain motor

Renovating soon? Don’t wait until after carpentry or electrical works are done to think about smart home. Here are 5 things worth telling your ID/electrician early: Prepare neutral wiring at switch points Use deeper switch boxes for smart switches Plan curtain socket placement properly Lea

Your aircon doesn’t always need to be “smart” from the start. If your aircon uses an infrared remote, you can make it controllable through Home Assistant using a Broadlink IR blaster. Works with all kinds of different brands, including Mitsubishi, Daikin, Samsung and etc. Basic idea: App

Smart switch or smart light — which one should you choose? Both can make your home smarter, but they serve very different purposes. A smart switch is usually better for practical daily control, especially for main ceiling lights and shared spaces. Guests can still use the wall switch normally

Honestly, I was shocked when I saw pro quotes hitting $3k to $5k for a standard 5-room BTO smart setup. As someone in the industry, I’m breaking the silence: You can do it yourself for under a grand. Yes, it takes multiple late nights and weekends but the savings are insane. Here is exactly how to

Headline: 🏡 4 Smart Home Hacks I actually use (Stop wasting money!) 💸 Ever felt like smart home tech is just "expensive toys"? 🤡 Honestly, same—until I stopped focusing on "cool" gadgets and started focusing on Actual Utility. As someone deep in the SG smart home scene, these are t