I cut Apple and Google out of my smart home with a $5 ESP32, and it was easier than I expected
The article discusses how the author transitioned from using Apple and Google products in their smart home to a more independent setup using a $5 ESP32-C6. By leveraging the ESP32-C6 as a Thread Border Router, the author was able to integrate Thread-certified devices without relying on cloud services. This approach allowed for a more cost-effective and locally controlled smart home environment.
- ▪The author built their smart home using Home Assistant and wanted to eliminate reliance on Apple and Google.
- ▪They repurposed a Raspberry Pi 4 and discovered that a $5 ESP32-C6 could serve their needs better.
- ▪The ESP32-C6 was used to create a Thread Border Router, enabling the use of Thread-certified devices.
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