As the only electronics engineer in my family and circle of friends, it is sometimes not possible to evade an appeal for help. This time the request came from a friendly elderly lady in a retirement ...

It is sometimes necessary for an RC (remote control) model to contain some kind of switching functionality. Some things that come to mind are lights on a model boat, or the folding away of the ...

DSLRs and higher-end cameras almost always have a port for a remote switch that makes it easy to automatically capture shots at specific times. Even if yours doesn't, this guide from DIYHacksandHowTos ...

When [beerninja] wanted to swap his USB keyboard from one game console to another without mucking about with wires, he asked the Hack A Day forums for some help. [Meseta] (AKA [UAirLtd]) came to the ...

Don’t feel like speaking with Alexa? Don’t worry—she can do your bidding at the touch of a button with this compact and ...

Efficient AC usage involves considering factors like standby mode, power consumption, efficiency, and optimal performance through temperature adjustments and maintenance. Making informed choices ...

A recent firmware update for the Philips Hue lighting lineup has given HomeKit compatibility to the company's affordable dimmer switches. That means you can now customize the switches to your liking, ...