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Kia ProCeed dashcam installation with parking monitoring

If you want to equip your Kia ProCeed with a dashcam that also ensures safety in parking mode, you've come to the right place! A dashcam is a practical gadget that can help you in many situations. It not only offers protection Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 24. January 2025
Car

Kia ProCeed LED strips in the trunk for more light

With an LED strip in the trunk, you not only finally bring more light into the dark, but also give your Kia ProCeed a unique look. Installation is easier than you might think. Here I will show you step by step how to Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 24. January 2025
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Smart Home

Adaptive Lighting in Home Assistant: Synchronize with the sun

Light influences our well-being more than we often think. With Home Assistant and the "Adaptive Lighting" extension, you can adjust your lighting dynamically - depending on the time of day, mood or activity. Here I will show you how to install the HACS extension and Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 24. January 2025
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Tips & Tricks

Ludusavi - Backup tool for PC game saves and settings

Have you ever thought about how disastrous it would be to lose your progress in a long PC game? Your hours or even days of game time - all gone, due to a bug, an unexpected update or a sudden computer crash? It would be Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 12. January 2025
Tips & Tricks

Customize Windows easily: Custom context menu entries & more

Have you ever wondered how you can customize Windows to your liking? One of the easiest ways to do this is to use REG files. These files allow you to intervene deeply in the system and customize it in a variety of ways. Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 12. January 2025
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Tips & Tricks

UniGetUI - Graphical user interface for Windows package manager

Have you ever heard of Windows package managers? These practical tools help you to install and manage programs and applications directly from the command line with just a few commands. But what if you prefer to use a graphical user interface to get an overview of your programs? Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 12. January 2025
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Smart Home

Logitech Harmony in Home Assistant: smart infrared devices

If you want to control your infrared devices smartly, the Logitech Harmony Hub is one of the best options. In this article, I'll show you how to integrate your Logitech Harmony Hub with Home Assistant and bring your classic infrared devices into your smart home. Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 7. December 2025
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Smart Home

Home Assistant meets Meater: smart grill automation

Barbecuing is getting smarter, and you're right in the middle of it! Imagine enjoying a drink with your guests while your barbecue communicates with your Meater via Home Assistant and tells you when the food is perfect. With this guide, I'll show you Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 30. December 2024
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Automation

Create your own Windows installation - Windows the way you want it

You want to install Windows 11 on several devices, be it for your company or a larger number of PCs? Then you should know about UnattendedWinstall! With this ingenious tool, you can automate the installation of Windows 11 on many devices and Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 2 years ago 30. December 2024
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Smart Home

Amazon Echo Show scam - planned obsolescence

Do you have a first-generation Amazon Echo Show 5 that has always worked perfectly? Suddenly the screen starts flickering for no clear reason? You are not alone! Countless users report in forums - both male and female Read more

By Sascha Brockel, 1 year ago 30. December 2024

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