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Why Nextcloud at home is a bad idea
For 2 years I had a Nextcloud server running under Open Media Vault. Now I’ve deactivated it. These are my reasons.
My ArduMower DIY robotic mower - it mows!
Since yesterday, my ArduMower DIY robotic mower has been on the lawn and mowing! A few things still need to be finished.
Powering Panasonic Lumix G81 and other cameras via USB
Especially for video recordings and for vloggers, the battery life of the camera is often a problem. A camera power supply with a dummy battery provides a solution.
Freeware CAD software Design Spark Mechanical version 5.0 released
The CAD freeware Design Spark Mechanical has been released in the new version 5.0.
ArduMower: Open source robotic lawn mower without perimeter wire
Until now, my enthusiasm for robotic lawn mowers has been rather limited. I’ve now looked into the DIY ArduMower robotic mower and will build one myself. The GPS navigation without a perimeter wire is what really caught my attention.
Freeing Xiaomi Roborock vacuum robots from the cloud
The Roborock vacuum robots from Xiaomi are fabulous products, if only it weren’t for the forced connection to the Chinese cloud. With the alternative firmware Valetudo RE, the vacuum works without the cloud and also gets interesting new functions.
Franzis lightning detector DIY kit tested
Thunderstorm season is just beginning again. This is a good opportunity to test the Franzis lightning detector.
How to turn tool batteries into a mega power bank
For many applications, it’s helpful to be independent of a power outlet. With a USB adapter for tool batteries, you have a flexible and powerful power bank.
Why you underestimate the P mode of your camera
I claim that the P mode of the camera is used the least. Yet it has some major advantages - provided you understand its function.
How to cut and remove blackberries safely
How to cut and remove blackberries safely and easily without special thorn-proof gloves.