Here is a simple general-purpose security alarm circuit built on the Arduino platform. It brings up an obtrusive alert signal when an intrusion/theft attempt is observed by its front-end sensor. In ...

There are many proven benefits to having a wake-up light (also known as a sunrise alarm/light), one of which includes a cheerful wake-up as opposed to the ear-splitting aural alert of the alarm clock ...

Making your own security system isn't too hard, but if you'd like a super cheap and simple method, Instructables user deba168 shows how to make a wireless motion detector with an Arduino. Deba168's ...

If you're into robotics or electronics, you've likely come across Arduino—a small microcontroller that can control sensors and motors for nifty DIY projects. Like the Raspberry Pi, the Arduino is ...

The best DIY home security systems are affordable and easy to set up without a professional. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...

Over the last decade, the open-source movement has not only transformed the world of software, but also catalyzed a sweeping revolution in hardware tinkering. At the heart of this shift lies a ...