Home Assistant Podcast 2025.2 - Broadcasting our backups to OneDrive and Google Drive
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Feb 5, 2025 Discover the latest updates to the backups feature and how the Home Assistant voice assistant gains exciting new skills. The hosts delve into Logitech's new office occupancy sensor and its smart applications. Learn about the challenges and experiences of upgrading to version 2025.2, along with improvements in encryption and convenience. Explore enhanced Bluetooth management and innovative smart home integrations, all while enjoying new broadcasting features that elevate voice control in your smart ecosystem.
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Logitech's Office Presence Sensor
- Logitech announced an office presence sensor using millimeter wave sensors.
- Rohan expresses surprise at Logitech entering this market.
HACS Disappearing
- Check your HACS menu item if you've upgraded to 2025.1, as it might have disappeared.
- Reinstalling HACS completely can resolve this issue.
Backup Feature Updates
- Home Assistant 2025.2 brings significant updates to the backup feature following community feedback on encryption.
- Nabu Casa will only accept encrypted backups for security reasons.