Monthly Archives: February 2023

Low Power Challenge: Keep Plants Green and Clean with e-Paper Smart Tags

There are plenty of reasons to devote oneself to the care of houseplants — after all, a room full of bright, glossy-leaved plants can be a joy to behold, and that’s not even one of the more tangible benefits they … Continue reading

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Chemist makes moonshine from toilet paper

If you’re still making your way through that giant hoard of toilet paper you bought at the beginning of the pandemic, here’s another way you can use it—you can make your own moonshine! This step-by-step video by Nile Red will … Continue reading

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ESP32 Web Updater Allows File System Management and OTA Updates

Earlier versions of the Arduino IDE made uploading files to an ESP32’s SPIFFS filesystem easy via the ESP32FS plugin. Sadly, that’s no longer possible under the rewritten Arduino 2.0 IDE. Thankfully, [myhomethings] has stepped up to solve the problem with … Continue reading

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Decoding 433 MHz Signals With Arduino & Raspberry Pi

433 MHz radio signals are all around us. They’re used for things like smart power plugs, garage door openers, and home weather stations. Decoding these signals can allow you to interface and work with these devices on your own terms. … Continue reading

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