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The main objective of this project is to develop a home automation system with Android application controlled remote. As technology is advancing so houses are also getting smarter. The project is ...

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(InfraRed remote control) A handheld, wireless device used to operate audio, video and other electronic equipment within a room using light signals in the infrared (IR) range. Infrared light requires ...

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