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Google Photos Integration and Energy Usage Monitoring in Home Assistant 2024.10

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In this episode 2024.10 of the Home Assistant Podcast, hosts Rohan Karamandi and Phil Hawthorne discuss many exciting updates which extend from YAML updates to Tesla Fleet and EV integration. From new Matter integration surprises to advanced dashboard customization features, this episode breaks down the key improvements you’ll want to implement in your home setup. Phil shares his hands-on experience with a Matter presence sensor, while Rohan discusses the latest support for button and valve entities, smart devices, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned automation enthusiast or just getting started, this episode offers plenty of insights to help you optimize your smart home.
Chapters
[00:00:15] – Introduction
[00:00:56] – Overview of Home Assistant 2024.10 Release
[00:01:49] – New Dashboard Features – Heading Style
[00:04:46] – Limitations of the New Heading Card
[00:07:30] – Long-term Statistics Repairs
[00:07:55] – Using SQLite vs MySQL for Data Storage
[00:11:45] – YAML Updates – Pluralized Top-Level Items
[00:15:29] – Automation UI vs YAML for Creating Automation
[00:19:36] – Wish for Auto-Tagging YAML Automation
[00:23:02] – Phil’s Experience with Matter Devices
[00:24:52] – Phil’s Matter Integration with Amazon Echo
[00:31:56] – Ring Device Updates – Motion Detection
[00:36:51] – Assist Satellite for Upcoming Hardware
[00:39:25] – YAML Editor Enhancements
[00:46:38] – Limiting Template Render Output

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Phil Hawthorne

Phil is a Melbourne based web developer who lives and breathes technology. When he's not at his day job, he’s in his home office attempting to simplify his life through complicated tech.

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Rohan Karamandi

Rohan from Toronto, Canada works in the Technology sector as an architect designing network and datacenter solutions for his customers. His passion for technology stems from there and extends to IoT and home automation

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