Gavin Campbell with Electrical Upgrades, AI Automation and a new Robot Lawn Mower is on the way – HGG640
Update: 2025-03-22
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Gavin Campbell, co-host of HomeTech.fm joins me this week. We discuss how unpredictable weather affects tech and the importance of automation for preparedness. Gavin shares his latest upgrades, including a Wi-Fi-enabled water heater, a smart electric lawnmower, and plans for a major electrical panel upgrade to support future automation and EV charging. We also explore the pros and cons of self-hosting and using local AI models for smarter home monitoring. Thanks for listening!
Full show notes, transcriptions (available on request), audio and video at http://theAverageGuy.tv/hgg640
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Chapters
[0:07 ] Introduction to Home Gadget Geeks
[3:01 ] Celebrating Birthdays and Food Delights
[5:48 ] Home Automation Updates
[10:03 ] Challenges with Smart Water Heaters
[10:54 ] Speculating on Automation Industry
[12:52 ] HVAC Perspectives on Smart Devices
[15:27 ] Exploring ESPHome and Custom Devices
[18:27 ] Home Assistant Resources and Insights
[23:19 ] Integrating Hubitat with Home Assistant
[25:43 ] Home Assistant Setup Options
[27:47 ] Indoor Plant Care Automation
[34:27 ] Innovative Uses for Android in Ho...
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