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Extending Wi-Fi coverage and building a backup network with two Shelly devices
There is a detail about Shelly devices many people do not know: as well as joining your Wi-Fi as a client, they can broadcast a network of their own. And if one device can broadcast a network, another can join it. That opens up two possibilities using hardware already on the installation, with no repeater…
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Water tank level alarm: a phone alert with the Shelly 1 Gen4
A tank that overflows because nobody stopped the pump, or a cistern that empties with no warning, are expensive and avoidable failures. With a Shelly 1 Gen4 and a float switch you turn any tank into one that calls your phone when the water reaches the critical point. The idea is simpler than it sounds:…
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How to measure your solar self-consumption with the Shelly EM
With solar panels, the question that matters is not how much they produce. It is how much of it you keep, and how much goes to the grid at less than you later pay to buy it back. The inverter usually shows you production only, and the utility sends the figures days late. The Shelly…
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The Shelly EM is reading higher than expected: causes and fixes
The Shelly EM is showing consumption that looks nothing like the utility meter, or is simply absurd. Before sending anything back: in the great majority of cases the unit is fine, and what is wrong is a detail of the installation or the configuration that takes five minutes to correct. Understanding how it measures explains…
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Shelly devices not connecting after a router change: how to get them back
You switch provider, a new router arrives, and the next day none of your Shelly devices answer from the phone. The physical switches still work, but remote control has gone. Nothing is broken: each device stored the name and password of the network it was set up on, and that network no longer exists. How…
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Set up Wi-Fi and firmware on several Shelly devices at once
Fitting one Shelly is quick. Fitting fourteen in the same home, each on the right network, with the right IP and current firmware, is where the morning goes. This guide is about the second case: configuring several devices in a row with the SIT-IoT app, and then keeping an eye on them from the console.…
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How much does a home automation technician charge? A complete guide to prices and key factors
Home automation has become part of a great many modern homes and businesses, bringing comfort, energy efficiency and security. Installing and configuring these systems can be involved, though, which is why a specialist technician matters. So how much does a home automation technician charge? In this article we look at what drives the price, and…
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Home automation for older adults: technology in the service of wellbeing
Home automation is, in essence, the use of technology to make our homes smarter and more self-managing. For older adults in particular, it can mean a real improvement in quality of life: more safety, more comfort and, above all, more independence. The key benefits of home automation for older adults Home automation does not only…
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Best smart home devices to save energy
Home automation does not only bring comfort and security to our homes; it has also become a key ally in cutting energy use and reducing electricity and gas bills. Thanks to automation and the intelligent control of different systems and devices, choosing the best smart home devices to save energy is straightforward — and it…
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Airbnb Automation: Your Key to Stress-Free Hosting
Are you an Airbnb host juggling bookings, guest messages, and maintenance, dreaming of more free time or business growth? Automation is the answer! Discover how smart home tech can revolutionize your hosting, saving time, delighting guests, and boosting earnings. What is Airbnb Automation? Airbnb automation uses smart devices to automate tasks, minimizing manual work. Imagine…