{"id":228,"date":"2024-09-25T08:48:43","date_gmt":"2024-09-25T08:48:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/?p=228"},"modified":"2024-09-25T08:49:27","modified_gmt":"2024-09-25T08:49:27","slug":"transforming-my-moms-1000-sq-ft-old-house-into-a-smart-home-for-just-107","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/index.php\/2024\/09\/25\/transforming-my-moms-1000-sq-ft-old-house-into-a-smart-home-for-just-107\/","title":{"rendered":"Transforming My Mom&#8217;s 1,000-Sq-Ft Old House into a Smart Home for Just $107!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"yoast-breadcrumbs\"><span><span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/\">Smart Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/index.php\/category\/smarthome\/\">Smart Home<\/a><\/span> \u00bb <span class=\"breadcrumb_last\" aria-current=\"page\">Transforming My Mom&#8217;s 1,000-Sq-Ft Old House into a Smart Home for Just $107!<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n\n\n<p>So, I decided to roll up my sleeves and turn my mom&#8217;s cozy old place into a smart home for only 775 RMB (that\u2019s about $107). Today, I&#8217;m spilling all the details on how I did it step-by-step!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With just $107, I managed to give every light, her vintage TV, ancient AC, and even the curtain that didn\u2019t have a power source a sweet upgrade to voice control, remote access via phone, and automation. I\u2019ll drop the equipment list at the end, so if you have any burning questions about smart homes, hit me up in the comments\u2014I promise I\u2019ll reply in three seconds or less!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-Step Guide<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Switch It Up<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"562\" height=\"562\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-87.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-232\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-87.png 562w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-87-300x300.png 300w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-87-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 562px) 100vw, 562px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First, flip off the main power. Time to say goodbye to the old switches!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since there\u2019s no neutral wire in this house, I used a smart switch that costs around $8. It\u2019s connected just like the old one: yellow wires go to L1 and L2, and the red wire goes to L. Don\u2019t forget to screw everything in tight!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure to test the switches\u2014if they turn the lights on and off, you\u2019re golden!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"564\" height=\"595\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-88.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-233\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-88.png 564w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-88-284x300.png 284w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 564px) 100vw, 564px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Connect the Xiao Ai Speaker<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"568\" height=\"615\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-89.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-234\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-89.png 568w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-89-277x300.png 277w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 568px) 100vw, 568px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Plug in a cute little Xiao Ai speaker (about $18) that comes with Bluetooth gateway and infrared remote capabilities. Score!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Since all our devices are Bluetooth, there\u2019s no need to buy extra gateways\u2014money saved!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fire up the Xiao Ai, pair it, and then open the Mi Home app. Hit the plus sign, search for the smart switches, and follow the prompts to connect. Rename them to match each room\u2019s lights. Bam! Mom\u2019s lights are now smart!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. Install the Curtain Companion<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"575\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-90.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-235\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-90.png 559w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-90-292x300.png 292w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For those pesky curtains with no power source, I snagged a curtain companion for around $38. It runs on batteries and works with any track type.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Follow the instructions to connect it to the Mi Home. Double-click the button, and voil\u00e0, the hooks extend! Hook it onto the first and second curtain hooks, making sure the light sensor faces outward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Once it\u2019s secure, double-click again to lock it in place. Test it out!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"558\" height=\"715\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-91.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-236\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-91.png 558w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-91-234x300.png 234w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 558px) 100vw, 558px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Smartify the TV and AC<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"508\" height=\"834\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-92.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-237\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-92.png 508w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-92-183x300.png 183w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open the Xiao Ai app, tap on infrared control, choose your TV brand, and follow the instructions. The AC setup is just as easy!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Automate the Bathroom and Entrance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"558\" height=\"555\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-93.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-238\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-93.png 558w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-93-300x298.png 300w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-93-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 558px) 100vw, 558px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Place a motion sensor ($7) at the bathroom entrance. Open the Mi Home app, hit \u201cScenes,\u201d then the plus sign to create automation. Set it to turn on the bathroom light when someone enters and the light is low (below 200 lux).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"559\" height=\"613\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-94.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-239\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-94.png 559w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-94-274x300.png 274w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 559px) 100vw, 559px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stick a door\/window sensor ($7) on the main door and put another motion sensor by the shoe cabinet. Create another automation to turn on the entry light when the door sensor triggers and there\u2019s no motion for two minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wrap-Up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>And voil\u00e0, here\u2019s the full list of devices! This budget-friendly plan covers nearly all the essential smart home features. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is the translation of the table you provided:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Model<\/th><th>Quantity<\/th><th>Unit Price<\/th><th>Total Price<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Xiaomi Single Fire Smart Switch (Double Key)<\/td><td>3<\/td><td>60<\/td><td>180<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Xiaomi Single Fire Smart Switch (Single Key)<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>50<\/td><td>50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Xiaomi AI Speaker Play<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>129<\/td><td>129<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Xiaomi Door Sensor<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>49<\/td><td>49<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Xiaomi Human Body Sensor<\/td><td>2<\/td><td>49<\/td><td>98<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Xiaomi Curtain Companion<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>269<\/td><td>269<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Total Price: 775<\/strong> RMB (that\u2019s about $107).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, let\u2019s take a look at the finished product:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When You Walk In:<\/strong><br>Xiao Ai: \u201cWelcome home, Super Zhang\u2019s Mom! I\u2019ve turned on the entry light. Need anything?\u201d<br>Mom: \u201cTurn on the AC and living room lights.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"556\" height=\"405\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-85.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-230\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-85.png 556w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-85-300x219.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 556px) 100vw, 556px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><br>Mom: \u201cXiao Ai, switch to movie mode\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"554\" height=\"362\" src=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-84.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-229\" srcset=\"http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-84.png 554w, http:\/\/www.ecommanet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-84-300x196.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 554px) 100vw, 554px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So, I decided to roll up my sleeves and turn my mom&#8217;s cozy old place into a smart home for only 775 RMB (that\u2019s about $107). 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