Software devs can now automate and hack their homes thanks to a range of open devices and open source libraries. This is a summary of my research into this area.
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2. Home API
Actions
Come downstairs
Someones at the door
Invaders are at the gates
States
Away
Home alone
Business time
3. The Initial Use Case
Teenage home
Intercom rather than calling upstairs
Yo! for Home
4. Lifx
Each bulb is a WiFi client
lifx.co
Local API
Bayonet, screw and GU-10
size!!!!
5. Phillips Hue
Each bulb connects to hub
Hub hardwired to network
www.developers.meethue.com
Local API
Public IFTTT, more widely available coming
Bayonet, screw and GU-10