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ESP32 Replaces Finicky NanoLeaf Controller

NanoLeaf's modular lighting systems, popular for their customizable geometric designs, often suffer from unreliable controllers. A recent project demonstrates how a simple ESP32 microcontroller can serve as a replacement.

The company's firmware is publicly available, simplifying the process of adapting it for the ESP32. The modular panels communicate their positions and orientations over a data bus, which the ESP32 can interpret without issue.

The ESP32 can also report its status over a network, allowing it to be controlled by existing lighting software. This open-source solution offers an alternative to proprietary controllers and contributes to reducing electronic waste.

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