All articles tagged with #mesh networking
Hackaday reports on a project where Meshtastic is used beyond simple text messaging: an off-grid, long-range mesh connects a shed alarm to Home Assistant via Heltec ESP32 LoRa modules. A remote node watches an infrared beam and publishes alerts over Meshtastic, while a second module bridges to Wi‑Fi and MQTT for Home Assistant integration, showcasing Meshtastic’s potential for distributed sensing and automation beyond chat."
Google's Nest WiFi Pro is a user-friendly mesh networking system that is affordable and easy to set up. It is one of the cheapest WiFi 6E systems on the market, but it lacks some of the advanced features found in other routers. The Nest WiFi Pro supports Matter and Thread, making it easy to control smart home devices from the Google Home app. While it may not be the fastest or most powerful mesh system available, its accessibility and regular software updates make it a solid choice for most users.