ESP32 – Lifecycle Manager V2.0

A slow, friendly, step-by-step introduction to OTA updates trough Lifecycle Manager on the ESP32. I get quite a lot of messages and questions from people who want to “try OTA updates”, but who get stuck almost immediately. Not because they’re doing something wrong, but because most tutorials quietly assume you already understand things like: If […]

esp32 – HomeKit Bathroom Ventilation Controller

When we renovated our bathroom, a new ventilation unit was installed — including a wireless remote control. Sounds convenient. In reality… not so much. The remote was constantly misplaced, forgotten, or — even worse — the battery was empty again. And surprisingly fast. That meant the ventilation was either running unnecessarily or not running when […]

ESP32 HomeKit for TOTAL beginners

A slow, friendly, step-by-step guide from zero to working HomeKit accessory. I get a lot of e-mails and questions from people who want to “give ESP32 HomeKit a try”, but who get stuck almost immediately. Not because they’re doing something wrong — but because most tutorials quietly assume you already know things like: If you’re […]

ESP32 – Power Plug with Energy Meter

For many years, the Dutch retailer Action has sold affordable smart‑home devices under the LSC Smart Connect brand. These products are extremely popular due to their low price point, but internally the hardware is often far more capable than expected. Earlier generations frequently used ESP8266 modules, which made reflashing and custom firmware relatively easy. Newer hardware revisions, however, increasingly rely […]

HOMEKIT LED – WITH ESP32 WROOM 32E

The ESP32 WROOM 32E is a versatile, powerful microcontroller ideal for smart LED projects. Want to control an LED using Apple’s Home app or Siri? No additional hub required! Just a compact board, a simple LED, and a USB cable. With my ESP32 HomeKit demo, you’ll have it running smoothly in no time. This guide […]

THE ESP-WROOM-32 PROGRAMMER

Streamlined development for one of the most powerful microcontrollers in the maker world. Whether you’re prototyping with the ESP32, flashing firmware, or debugging your next IoT creation, this adapter turns a tangle of wires and frustration into a seamless plug-and-play experience. In this guide, you’ll discover why this is a must-have tool for any serious […]

ESP32 Dual Channel Relay Module

The ESP32 Dual Channel Relay Module is a versatile and powerful solution for controlling devices via Apple HomeKit. Featuring the ESP32-WROOM-32E board, this module delivers excellent performance, reliability, and extensive capabilities for smart home automation. Module Overview This module combines the powerful ESP32 microcontroller with two integrated relays, allowing you to independently control two different […]

GUIDE TO ESP32 HOMEKIT QR CODES

My ESP32 HomeKit Development with ESP-IDF is unlocking new frontiers in smart home development — and nothing illustrates that better than seamless Apple HomeKit integration. But setting up HomeKit accessories can be tedious, especially when provisioning devices with the correct pairing credentials. That’s where the ESP32 HomeKit QR Code Generator steps in — an elegant […]

ESP32 HOMEKIT DEVELOPMENT WITH ESP-IDF

Welcome to a new era of smart development — where the power of the ESP32 meets the professionalism of Apple HomeKit. In this guide, we take you through the step-by-step process of setting up your development environment using Docker and the latest ESP-IDF, designed specifically for HomeKit development. Whether you’re migrating from ESP8266 projects or […]