97: Tempted by the Fruit of Another
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How to Automate a Garden With ESP32H2
The ESP32H2 has a matter radio instead of Wi-Fi. The open sprinkler system is an all integrated ESP8266 with an OLED display. It will run on 12 volts DC or it'll run on AC apparently and they offer an EU variant and a US variant.
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Alex tempts Chris with his Obsidian ways, our thoughts on Drobo going bankrupt, and Photoprism adding paid tiers. Plus, the slick suite of tools you'll want to run on your LAN.
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- OpenSprinkler — OpenSprinkler is an open-source, web-based smart sprinkler controller for lawn and plant watering, drip irrigation, farm irrigation, hydroponics etc. The current version is OS 3.2, with built-in WiFi (based on ESP8266) and OLED display. You can choose between AC-powered, DC-powered, or Latch version. OpenSprinkler supports a variety of solenoid valves (24VAC, Latch, DC, motorized ball valve etc.)
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