George Worthy 
Zigbee smoke, carbon monoxide, and gas alarms should always be treated as standalone safety devices first.
They need to be loud, local, and reliable on their own.
Home Assistant doesn’t replace that, but it gives you much quicker notice that something is happening.
This guide explains how to sideload applications (APK files) onto the D-Color Google TV running Android TV OS.
We stock a large range of Home Assistant servers that come pre-installed with Home Assistant OS. Each machine is hand-picked to provide reliable, local smart home control with silent, fanless operation. Below, we compare the specifications of each model so you can decide which one is the right choice to run your Home Assistant server on.
This guide walks you through setting up the ESP32 LED controller, connecting it to WLED, pairing the remote, and getting everything running smoothly. Not only but you can even add it to your Home Assistant setup allowing clean and easy automations.
The Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 is an official Zigbee and Thread adapter designed by Nabu Casa to give you a powerful, stable, and future-proof smart home network. It combines a high-performance Zigbee coordinator with a full Thread Border Router in one compact device — ideal for users who want the fastest, most reliable way to connect Zigbee devices today and Matter-over-Thread devices tomorrow.
Winter is when energy bills hit hardest — and it’s also when smart home technology proves its real value. While no single device is a magic fix, the latest research shows that well-designed smart heating systems consistently help households cut waste, improve comfort, and make heating far more efficient during the coldest months.
Want instant, reliable motion-activated automations — without cloud delays or Wi-Fi issues?
The SONOFF SNZB-03P is a Zigbee 3.0 motion sensor that connects directly to your Home Assistant Zigbee network for fast, local, battery-friendly detection. Use it to trigger lights, secure entryways, save energy, or automate hallways and bathrooms with zero lag.
Want your smart home to know you’re still in the room — even when you’re sitting still? The SONOFF SNZB-06P Zigbee Human Presence Sensor uses 5.8GHz mmWave radar to detect motion, micro-movement, and true human presence far more accurately than a PIR sensor. It connects directly to your Home Assistant Zigbee network for fast, local, Wi-Fi-free automation, keeping lights on while you’re present and turning them off the moment you leave. It’s perfect for bathrooms, bedrooms, offices, and any room where traditional sensors fail.
Want total control over your Zigbee devices — all locally, without any cloud apps or vendor hubs?
With Zigbee2MQTT, your Home Assistant setup can manage over 3,000 Zigbee devices directly, offering deeper insight, faster performance, and complete privacy.
Learn how to set up the XIAO Smart IR Mate and connect it to home assistant.
