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Heiman Smart Smoke Detectors Review (2026)

https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/heiman-smart-smoke-detectors-review/ https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/heiman-smart-smoke-detectors-review/#comments SHS Thu, 11 Jun 2026 09:53:21 +0000 Reviews Devices Home Assistant Matter Sensor ZigBee https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49497 Detailed review of Heiman smart smoke alarms with UL 217 and EN 14604 certification. Zigbee and Matter over Thread models tested and compared. Source https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/heiman-smart-smoke-detectors-review/feed/ 3

SwitchBot Standing Circulator Fan Review

https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/switchbot-standing-circulator-fan-review/ https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/switchbot-standing-circulator-fan-review/#comments SHS Tue, 02 Jun 2026 09:32:11 +0000 Reviews Devices Home Assistant Matter https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49425 The SwitchBot Standing Circulator Fan is a portable, battery-powered smart fan with stunning looks and a beautiful ambient light. Source https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/switchbot-standing-circulator-fan-review/feed/ 1

6 Cheap AliExpress Zigbee Door Sensors Tested

https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/aliexpress-zigbee-door-sensors-tested/ https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/aliexpress-zigbee-door-sensors-tested/#comments SHS Thu, 28 May 2026 08:51:33 +0000 Reviews AliExpress Reviews Devices Home Assistant Sensor Tuya ZigBee Zigbee2MQTT https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49178 I tested 6 of the cheapest and most popular Zigbee door sensors from AliExpress. Here is how they compare on quality, price and Zigbee performance. Source https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/aliexpress-zigbee-door-sensors-tested/feed/ 24

Home Assistant Can Now Add Matter Devices Without Your Phone

https://smarthomescene.com/news/home-assistant-can-now-add-matter-devices-without-your-phone/ https://smarthomescene.com/news/home-assistant-can-now-add-matter-devices-without-your-phone/#respond SHS News Tue, 26 May 2026 06:40:36 +0000 News Add-ons Home Assistant Matter https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49210 Home Assistant can now commission Matter devices directly, without your phone. Here is what changed, what you need, and when it arrives. Source https://smarthomescene.com/news/home-assistant-can-now-add-matter-devices-without-your-phone/feed/ 0

DIY Pellet Level Monitor with ESPHome and Home Assistant

https://smarthomescene.com/diy/diy-pellet-level-monitor-esphome/ https://smarthomescene.com/diy/diy-pellet-level-monitor-esphome/#respond SHS Sat, 23 May 2026 07:17:14 +0000 DIY Devices ESP32 ESPHome Home Assistant Wi-Fi https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49181 Monitor pellet levels in your boiler with an ESP32 and HC-SR04 sensor using ESPHome. Full wiring guide, config, and Home Assistant setup. Source https://smarthomescene.com/diy/diy-pellet-level-monitor-esphome/feed/ 0

How to Set Up ChatGPT in Home Assistant

https://smarthomescene.com/guides/home-assistant-chatgpt-integration/ https://smarthomescene.com/guides/home-assistant-chatgpt-integration/#comments SHS Wed, 13 May 2026 11:56:41 +0000 Guides Home Assistant Integrations https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49040 Learn how to set up ChatGPT in Home Assistant using the official OpenAI integration, configure Assist, and keep your API costs low. Source https://smarthomescene.com/guides/home-assistant-chatgpt-integration/feed/ 1

Sonoff SNZB-04PR2 Zigbee Door Sensor Review

https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/sonoff-snzb-04pr2-zigbee-door-sensor-review/ https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/sonoff-snzb-04pr2-zigbee-door-sensor-review/#comments SHS Wed, 13 May 2026 06:48:12 +0000 Reviews Devices Home Assistant Sonoff ZigBee Zigbee2MQTT https://smarthomescene.com/?p=49062 The new Sonoff SNZB-04PR2 is a Zigbee door sensor with tamper detection that runs on two AAA batteries. Tested in Zigbee2MQTT and ZHA on Home Assistant. Source https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/sonoff-snzb-04pr2-zigbee-door-sensor-review/feed/ 1

Home Assistant MCP Server: The Complete Guide

https://smarthomescene.com/guides/home-assistant-mcp-server-complete-guide/ https://smarthomescene.com/guides/home-assistant-mcp-server-complete-guide/#comments SHS Thu, 07 May 2026 10:54:35 +0000 Guides Add-ons Home Assistant Integrations https://smarthomescene.com/?p=48838 Control your Home Assistant with AI. Learn what the MCP Server does, how to install it, and what AI can actually do in your smart home setup. Source https://smarthomescene.com/guides/home-assistant-mcp-server-complete-guide/feed/ 11

Tuya Zigbee Soil Moisture Sensor SGS01Z Review

https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/tuya-zigbee-soil-moisture-sensor-sgs01z-review/ https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/tuya-zigbee-soil-moisture-sensor-sgs01z-review/#comments SHS Wed, 06 May 2026 12:53:03 +0000 Reviews AliExpress Reviews Devices Home Assistant Sensor Tuya ZigBee Zigbee2MQTT https://smarthomescene.com/?p=48875 Tuya SGS01Z Zigbee soil moisture sensor testing. Pairing, teardown, exposed entities, and Home Assistant integration with Z2M and ZHA. Source https://smarthomescene.com/reviews/tuya-zigbee-soil-moisture-sensor-sgs01z-review/feed/ 7

How to Restore Developer Tools in Home Assistant Sidebar

https://smarthomescene.com/guides/how-to-restore-developer-tools-in-home-assistant/ https://smarthomescene.com/guides/how-to-restore-developer-tools-in-home-assistant/#comments SHS Tue, 05 May 2026 08:12:25 +0000 Guides Home Assistant https://smarthomescene.com/?p=48857 Developer Tools menu was removed from the Home Assistant sidebar in 2026.2. Here is where it went and how to get it back as a sidebar shortcut. Source https://smarthomescene.com/guides/how-to-restore-developer-tools-in-home-assistant/feed/ 1