Home Assistant launches AUX-2 device to modernize older electronics for smart homes
Home Assistant, via its company Nabu Casa, released the AUX-2, a $69 multi-connectivity device aimed at making older electronics smart by integrating them into modern home automation systems. The AUX-2 supports RS-232 serial ports, Bluetooth, Z-Wave, USB, PoE, and Wi-Fi, enabling control of legacy TVs, stereos, and AV receivers without relying on their original apps or cloud services. This approach counters planned obsolescence by extending the functional life of existing equipment rather than replacing it with new smart devices. Multiple AUX-2 units can be used to manage several devices across a home, increasing flexibility and sustainability for smart home adopters.
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Home Assistant launches AUX-2 device to modernize older electronics for smart homes
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Home Assistant, via its company Nabu Casa, released the AUX-2, a $69 multi-connectivity device aimed at making older electronics smart by integrating them into modern home automation systems. The AUX-2 supports RS-232 serial ports, Bluetooth, Z-Wave, USB, PoE, and Wi-Fi, enabling control of legacy TVs, stereos, and AV receivers without relying on their original apps or cloud services. This approach counters planned obsolescence by extending the functional life of existing equipment rather than replacing it with new smart devices. Multiple AUX-2 units can be used to manage several devices across a home, increasing flexibility and sustainability for smart home adopters.