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Latest update [menu]
- Removed serverIP variable. ElectroPi now always runs on 192.168.1.200
Description [menu]
Turning lights on or off from a phone is not a new thing. But those lights and appliances knowing when you're home or not? That is. ElectroPi is an open-source Home Automation solution developed to fix what current HA systems do not cover:
- Tracking of users' presence in the home
- Control of both WiFi and RF-based switches
- Control from any device with a browser
- Open source software/hardware!
- And much more!
This client app not only lets you control the ElectroPi server's interface, but also has a background service that "checks in" to the EPi now and then to let it know you're home. This check-in service does not noticeably affect battery life, and doesn't even run without a connection to your own WiFi network, don't worry!
Here's how to get started:
After installing the app, reboot your phone to set the check-in service running. With the EPi server already configured and online, open the app and you'll be prompted to enter the server's IP address. (Default is 192.168.1.88) Next - nickname the device and set your WiFi network's SSID so that the service knows which network it's allowed to execute on. If you ever need to return to the app's configuration screen, swipe left at any time.
You're now good to go! The app will display the ElectroPi controls you're used to, and start checking in to the server once in a while to let it know you're home.
Buy an ElectroPi Server: https://www.tindie.com/stores/connornishijima/
Get the Software: http://connor-n.com/electropi/start
How to install ElectroPi for Android APK for Android [menu]
Download ElectroPi for Android APK file (com.technicallycovered.elecropimonitor_5_930842.apk) from SameAPK.com, then follow these steps:
Update Phone Settings
- Go to your phone Settings page
- Tap Security or Applications (varies with device)
- Check the Unknown Sources box
- Confirm with OK
Go to Downloads
- Open Downloads on your device by going to My Files or Files
- Tap the APK file you downloaded (com.technicallycovered.elecropimonitor_5_930842.apk)
- Tap Install when prompted, the APK file you downloaded will be installed on your device.
How to install ElectroPi for Android APK on Windows 7/8/10 or MAC PC? [menu]
Download ElectroPi for Android APK file(com.technicallycovered.elecropimonitor_5_930842.apk) from SameAPK.com to your PC (ex: /Users/xxx/Downloads/(com.technicallycovered.elecropimonitor_5_930842.apk)), then follow these steps:
Using Emulator:
- Download And Install one Emulator Softwares (Ex: Bluestacks, GenyMotion, NoxPlayer)
- Simple install APK on PC by drag and drop file com.technicallycovered.elecropimonitor_5_930842.apk on Emulator screen
ElectroPi for Android APK Pros & Cons [menu]
Pros
- This app is safe, it's not require high risk permissions
- Compatible with 32 bit device (most Emulator using 32bit arch CPU)
- Compatible with 64-bit device (some android device and current Bluestacks)
Cons
Everything is good.
