We had an incredible experience at the Home Assistant Community Day 2025 in Columbus, Ohio. Hosted by TJ from the popular Hometech.fm podcast, this event brought together smart home enthusiasts, developers, and makers from around the world. At Apollo Automation, we were excited to showcase our latest innovations in smart home sensors and IoT devices that integrate seamlessly with Home Assistant.
Showcasing the Apollo M-1 LED Matrix and Apollo R PRO-1 PoE mmWave Multisensor
At the Columbus meetup, we proudly presented two of our flagship products: the Apollo M-1 LED Matrix and the Apollo R PRO-1 PoE mmWave Multisensor. Both devices were very well received by attendees.
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The Apollo M-1 LED Matrix is a versatile, programmable LED HUB75 matrix designed for dynamic smart home notifications and visual alerts. It offers full compatibility with Home Assistant, allowing users to customize lighting effects based on real-time sensor data.
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The Apollo R PRO-1 PoE mmWave Multisensor is a cutting-edge device combining presence detection, motion sensing, and environmental monitoring using millimeter wave (mmWave) technology. Its Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) design ensures reliable, wired power and network connectivity ideal for smart building automation.
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Apollo R PRO-1 PoE mmWave Multisensor
Spreading the Innovation Across North America
Beyond Columbus, we supported additional Home Assistant Community Day events by sending the Apollo M-1 LED Matrix along with exclusive Apollo Automation swag. These events took place in several key locations, including:
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New York, hosted by Madelena from the Open Home Foundation!
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Virginia, hosted by Neal
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Illinois, hosted by Rubin!
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Texas, hosted by bdraco!
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Washington State, hosted by Missy from the Open Home Foundation!
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Toronto, Canada, hosted by Postman Pat!
Our thanks go out to all the community hosts and volunteers who made these events successful and welcoming for new and experienced Home Assistant users alike.
Why Home Assistant Community Day Matters
Home Assistant Community Day is more than just a meetup; it is a global gathering that fosters collaboration, education, and innovation among smart home enthusiasts. These events enable users and developers to connect, share knowledge, and explore the latest Home Assistant-compatible devices and open-source projects.
Being part of this vibrant community aligns perfectly with Apollo Automation’s mission to create fully local, open-source, and privacy-first smart home solutions. We are proud to contribute to a community that values transparency, collaboration, and advancing smart home technology for everyone.
Join the Smart Home Revolution with Apollo Automation
If you are interested in enhancing your smart home with advanced sensors and devices that integrate directly with Home Assistant, explore our full product lineup on our website. We offer innovative solutions designed for seamless automation, environmental monitoring, and presence detection.
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To learn more about Home Assistant Community Day and stay updated on upcoming events, visit the official Home Assistant blog:
Home Assistant Community Day 2025
Thank you to the entire Home Assistant community for the ongoing support. We look forward to participating in many more events and pushing the boundaries of smart home technology together!
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