Internet of Things
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No More Meshtastic MQTT. The Flaresat Relay Bridge Does It Better, Safer, and in Seconds.
The Flaresat Relay Bridge offers a simpler and more secure method for bidirectional synchronization between off-grid Meshtastic mesh networks and the internet, bypassing the complexities and limitations of traditional MQTT brokers. This new feature allows for live syncing of pins, routes, areas, and chat messages between devices with and without internet connectivity, using a single device with a connection as the bridge. Unlike MQTT, Flaresat's solution requires no broker setup, works on any hardware, and provides a live map interface for remote users, enhancing field coordination.
The Best Meshtastic Devices for Every Use Case (2026 Edition)
This guide reviews the best Meshtastic hardware devices for various use cases in 2026, highlighting new models like the Heltec LoRa 32 V4 and WisMesh Tag. It covers budget options, home base/MQTT gateways, phone-free communicators, EDC devices, and fixed solar repeaters, emphasizing real-world testing and community feedback to help users select the ideal device for their needs.
Xiaomi Posts €5.1bn Profit Citing ‘Rapid Expansion’ Across Phones, EV and IoT
Xiaomi reported record results for 2025, with revenue rising 25% to approximately EUR59.3 billion and adjusted net profit increasing 43.8% to EUR5.1 billion. The company experienced significant growth in its smart electric vehicle division, which surged 223.8%, and aims to deliver 550,000 vehicles in 2026. Smartphone sales remained steady, and IoT and lifestyle products also reached new highs.
ESP32 Soil Moisture Sensor: Real-Time Monitoring & Visualization
This guide details how to use an ESP32 microcontroller to monitor soil moisture in real-time. It covers connecting a 2-prong soil sensor, sending data to the cloud via Harbor Scale, and visualizing it using Grafana dashboards. The setup also includes an AI assistant for garden insights.
