Recent DIY trends show makers increasingly turning to ESP32 microcontrollers and Arduino platforms for smart home projects, replacing costlier or overpowered setups like Raspberry Pi in many cases.

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Nick is a Features author who's been writing for fellow tech geeks since 2011. While he's mostly focused on phones, he's also thrilled by cameras and audio gear of all shapes and sizes. On weekends, ...

There’s a reason that the standards specifications for various wireless communications protocols are extremely long and ...

There are a few major companies out there building colorful LED panels you can stick on your wall for aesthetic purposes. Most commercial options are pretty expensive, and come with certain ...

Smart bird feeders snap pictures and videos of birds stopping by for a bite, identify them by species, and sometimes do double duty as security cameras. I've tested the most popular models to help you ...