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Let’s build an enterprise-level security system with monitoring better than a Ring for just $5/month!
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*Purchase Recommendations*
Again, your best bet is eBay or liquidators, but… here are some items on Amazon:
*ENSURE YOU DO NOT BUY A DSC NEO SYSTEM - ONLY POWERSERIES*
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*Resources*
Honeywell vs DSC - https://snazzy.fm/VW
Wendell from @Level1Techs has a great intro to DSC systems - https://snazzy.fm/Ae
DSC wiring guide - https://snazzy.fm/WF
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Skip the high monthly fees and complicated contracts of professionally installed security systems like ADT and Vivint, while getting better reliability than consumer DIY options like Ring, SimpliSafe, and Abode. This comprehensive guide shows how to build a professional-grade DIY home security system using enterprise hardware for a fraction of the cost. Learn to install and configure a DSC or Honeywell Vista alarm panel with wireless sensors, smart home integration, and professional monitoring for just $5 per month - delivering bank-grade security features that outperform both expensive professional installations and unreliable consumer systems. This tutorial covers everything from wiring binary sensors and programming zones to integrating with HomeKit and Home Assistant, making enterprise-level security accessible for homeowners seeking reliable, affordable protection.
0:00 Most DIY alarm systems are EXPENSIVE junk!
0:41 Why police departments ignore alarm systems
1:39 The solution: 30-year-old technology
2:53 Installing and wiring up your panel
6:40 Zones, explained
8:02 Let’s wire up some sensors!
11:43 Let’s wireless up some sensors!
13:52 Programming your keypad kinda sucks…
17:11 Enterprise alarms come with enterprise features!
17:53 Make this dumb old thing smart!
20:41 Ugly app? No! Home Assistant? YES!
22:23 Let’s add it to Apple Home!
23:34 Does it all work? YES!
This clever e-ink dashboard can do anything you want. And boy, will you want it!
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This video dives into the TRMNL, an open-source e-ink display perfect for smart homes and productivity enthusiasts. Whether you want a sleek family calendar, real-time analytics, or a custom dashboard, this device does it all. With Apple integration and a variety of community-driven plugins, it’s a versatile gadget that bridges simplicity and functionality. Discover why this e-ink screen is a game-changer for smart home setups, offering endless customization and affordability. From open-source software to smart home compatibility, this is the ultimate solution for organized living.
0:00 - I'm going on paternity!
0:39 - This is TRMNL
1:16 - The internal guts
3:38 - The software side
4:50 - The web portal experience
6:01 - What plugins are on offer?
8:00 - Well how "open" is it?
10:47 - Let's make our own plugin!
12:30 - Is it really that cool?
CPUs and GPUs have revolutionized computing. NPUs are next, but they’re not quite ready for prime time.
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This video breaks down *exactly* what NPUs are, how they work, what they’re going to enable in the tech we use every day, and most importantly—why *you* should even care. Spoiler alert: NPUs are certain to be a *big* deal revolutionizing AI, machine learning, and computing efficiency, even though they aren’t *really* all that different than chips we’ve been using for decades. We’ll break down how NPUs differ from CPUs and GPUs, why they’re essential for handling AI workloads, and how they enable real-time machine learning applications with incredible power efficiency—not to mention real-world demos highlighting it all!
0:00 - Contemplating Intelligence
1:03 - Vintage Application Specific Hardware
3:42 - Smartphone SOCs
4:17 - Why do we need NPUs?
5:15 - What is inside an NPU
6:17 - Cephable Accessibility Demo
7:44 - Windows Live Video Caption
8:48 - Davinci Resolve Magic Mask
10:32 - LMStudio Isn't ready yet
Matter was supposed to fix the smart home—but stuff is now more confusing than ever. Is there light at the end of the tunnel?
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In this video, we dive into why smart homes still fail to deliver on their promise, despite advancements like Matter. From unreliable automations to poorly integrated smart home devices, the video exposes how even popular platforms like Google Home and Amazon Alexa fall short. We break down how local control and unified apps like Home Assistant could fix the broken smart home experience while highlighting why so many IoT devices continue to frustrate users.
0:00 Quinn's smart home rules reign supreme
0:56 Matter explained, simply
2:02 Matter != Thread
3:35 Matter explained, not simply...
4:26 Matter isn't an ecosystem—and that's a problem
6:28 Matter adoption is... spotty
7:50 Matter may fail on its ONE promise
9:13 Matter won't eliminate apps
9:55 Matter devices don't just appear cross-platform
10:41 Matter "Multi-Admin" is terrible
12:39 I've moved from HomeKit to Home Assistant
14:50 Matter is a net good—but it's not "good"
Is a $499 Arm-based NAS too good to be true? An UNSPONSORED take on Ubiquiti’s UNAS Pro.
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Discover how Apple revolutionized home networking and WiFi with the Airport and Time Capsule, paving the way for consumer-friendly NAS devices. Compare Apple’s Time Capsule to modern NAS solutions like the Ubiquiti UNAS Pro, a low-power, high-efficiency alternative packed with features like RAID storage, SMB support, and seamless remote access. We'll look at the evolution of NAS technology, exploring how today’s devices combine simplicity, power, and versatility—traits Apple championed in its iconic designs.
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0:00 Cool tech, no fluff!
0:20 A massive, 1" TV
1:34 When 1" is too big...
2:06 Goodbye, DC power supplies!
3:35 The only good wallet ever made
4:10 A sacred bag you must NEVER touch
5:13 100W of POWAH!
5:37 End-game wireless travel charger
6:00 HUGE @SS BATTERY
6:59 250W bedside charging station
7:24 Laptop dock + charging station
7:37 Cheapo handheld game consoles!
9:10 The best controller, period
10:08 DIY, portable SSD!
11:20 Disposable, portable, wonderful knife
12:19 Keys, not on chain
13:06 The. best air duster there ever was
13:45 A fun, puzzle game
14:28 Zippers, but flammable
15:08 The ultimate camping/shop/work light
16:09 TOOLS! I HAVE TO HAVE MY TOOLS!
16:36 A universal, handy-dandy saw
16:55 Stick 'o sockets!
17:13 The only screwdriver set you need
17:49 There exists no better tool than this
18:28 A tape measure, but digital
19:19 Merry Christmas, ya filthy animals
From ugly grandma house to sheik grandma house—a home office with style!
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A few months ago, Snazzy Labs moved to a new location: a 1950s grandma-core house that hasn’t seen any visual updates in decades. Peeling wallpaper, stained carpet, and more, harshed vibe so we had to do something about it. In just over a week, on a very tight budget, and with most of the work being done ourselves, we did the ultimate DIY home office renovation!
0:00 A stinky, no good, very stinky office
0:57 Removing nasty, old wallpaper
3:47 Painting in a SNAP!
5:08 Setting up my M4 Pro Mac mini
7:32 Building new furniture!
9:15 DIY wallpaper job
13:38 Installing a new light fixture
16:55 Still doubting me? Shame on you.
20:32 It’s… PERFECT!
The base-model Mac Mini is the best $600 computer you can buy—until the *second* you try to upgrade it.
M4 Mac mini already $50 off at Amazon! - https://snazzy.fm/IU
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In this video, we break down the shocking truth about the *Mac mini M4* and its pricing structure. The *base-model Mac Mini* is an incredible deal at just $600, beating every similarly-priced *PC* in performance and efficiency; however, Apple’s *upgrade pricing* turns the Mac mini into an *Apple scam*, making it nearly impossible to get a good value once you start adding more RAM or storage. Watch as we compare the *Mac mini* to *PC builds* and uncover why the *Mac Mini deal* falls apart when you try to upgrade it.
0:00 - M4 Mac mini is worth $0
1:00 - For $600 you can't get a better computer. Period.
1:30 - Trying to build a Mac mini PC Killer
5:03 - $600 PC vs $600 Mac
6:38 - Upgrade pricing is a SCAM!
9:07 - Apple's components aren't special
10:59 - Apple's base-config hurts customers
Mac mini has received its first redesign in nearly 15-years—and there are so many secrets to behold within its 5x5x2 impact-extruded aluminum chassis.
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Apple has released the new M4 Mac mini and M4 Pro Mac mini to much excitement. Bringing along with it the first redesign since 2010, there are a lot of things to discover. Take a look with us at the inside. How the cooling assembly and blower intake fan works, how the copper heat pipe exhaust shroud carries heat away from the SoC, how the speaker acts as an intake manifold to cool the VRMs and PSU, and what component-level stuff can be found on the logic board. It's a pretty remarkable piece of engineering, so let's get going!
0:00 - A new Mac mini—finally!
0:57 - Goofy punch-hole-less AC cable
2:11 - Let’s break our way inside
4:23 - Handy, dandy SMC battery
5:59 - Modular WiFi board!
8:34 - Big, sucky fan go vrooooooommmmmm
10:07 - A removable SSD! (well, NAND flash board…)
12:14 - The speaker is better—but still really bad (also, it’s a secret airflow guide)
13:17 - USB-C, but modular!
14:25 - Modular headphone jack and status LED!
15:32 - Logic board removal (aka HELL)
17:41 - The power supply is ART
20:00 - A very neat impact-extruded case!
21:19 - Unveiling the M4!
23:34 - A very neat cooler assembly
25:34 - Thunderbolt and display controllers, NIC, and more component-level fun!
Brand new studio, same old desk. Forget Velcro and zip ties—we're going full modular!
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Underware cable management solution by @handsonkatie - https://handsonkatie.com/underware/
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In this video, we transform a cluttered desk setup into a clean, organized, and aesthetic workspace using next-level 3D printing for cable management—and with 3D printing now cheaper than ever, it's a no-brainer. Forget Velcro, zip ties, and those overpriced off-the-shelf cable management kits that feel like a scam; with a modular pegboard system, managing cables for devices like Apple's Mac Studio, HomePods, and Studio Displays has never been easier. From designing custom cable channels to perfectly arranging power strips, this video dives into innovative 3D printing solutions for a clutter-free desk setup that's easy to update or expand.
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