A New Chapter for MagicMirror: The Community Takes the Lead
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    Hi MagicMirror team, I wanted to share with the community my MagicMirror project featuring a completely custom-built LEGO frame! Hardware Setup: Display: Vertical monitor Computer: Initially Beelink (mini PC), now migrating to Dell OptiPlex D10U System: Ubuntu (Server → Desktop) PIR sensor for automatic screen on/off control via MQTT Implemented Modules: Clock & Calendar (with Italian custom calendar) Weather (Italian weather with hourly and daily forecasts) Compliments (motivational messages) News Feed (Italian news) Automatic screen control via PIR sensor and Node.js Unique Feature: The LEGO frame is completely customizable and modular. It includes: LEGO minifigures on top Colorful decorations on the sides with bricks from various collections Decorative elements (stars, clouds, stickers) Design that perfectly integrates into the home environment Technical Challenges Solved: MQTT integration for PIR control Italian weather modules configuration Optimization for vertical display Power management and automatic screen shutdown The project became not only functional but also a decorative element appreciated by the whole family. The LEGO frame makes the MagicMirror less “techy” and more accessible, especially for children. [image: 1763043465078-lego-frame.jpeg] ![alt text](image url) Thanks for this amazing open source project! Michele!!
  • Display not bright enough

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    @MadScientist said in Display not bright enough: Hi there, what you want is a display with high contrast. I think VA panels have the best. I can fully confirm the better contrast on VA panels compared to TN panels.
  • Strip Down Guide for BenQ 28" VA Monitor GC2870H

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    Hi, Some times gone, but would you still recommend the BenQ monitor? Thank you Christian
  • Does location of HDMI ports matter?

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    @sdetweil thank you! This makes my life so much easier
  • Wireless network adapter and other components

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    Why not use the onboard WiFi adapter on the Raspberry Pi3 B ? On the sensor topic . Why not go with a Microwave Sensor. Search posts by @fozzie as he has just installed one and likes it alot! I searched for the thread for you and here it is https://forum.magicmirror.builders/topic/11704/update-replaced-my-pir-sensor-with-a-doppler-microwave-sensor/12
  • Acrylic mirror for a capacitive touch foil?

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    @broberg Thanks for that info! I’ve been already tempted to give that a try in a future upgrade. :thinking_face:
  • Magic mirror with RPI 4?

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    I LOVE seeing my photos large! [image: IMG_20180820_110850.jpg?dl=1]
  • Using an IKEA Mirror (Or other store bought mirror)

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    @cyrus-io Unfortunately, that is not going to work for you unless you then apply “2-way” mirror film or reflective coating. The operative word is “2-way”. Standard mirrors won’t work. Frankly, you’d have one hell of a time and still not be satisfied. If cost is an issue then please consider “2-way” acrylic mirror which is far less expensive than 2-way glass. Of course, glass is the best result but acrylic can be acceptable. You get what you pay for. Do a search right here on the forum for “which mirror to use” and you’ll find plenty of discussions about it.
  • IR touch frame Calibration help

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    How to rotate a display on Rasp Pi… Unless you’re not using a Rasp Pi https://www.raspberrypi-spy.co.uk/2017/11/how-to-rotate-the-raspberry-pi-display-output/ As for calibration you should check with manufacturer… I am using a 32" TV with an IR frame so it covers 100% and no calibration was needed.
  • Glass?

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    Thanks @Fozi, that clears it up for me. I suppose I’m ready start shopping around for supplies then!
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  • Noob with 27" Samsung LCD TV

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    @cowboysdude I have a 32 in tv as a photo frame w call and weather. Some days running MagicMirror, some days running smart-mirror. Depending on what I think needs to be worked on
  • What mirror and screen to use?

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    Any screen should work, as long as it’s well against the glass it should be fine. As for the mirror glass, 70% reflective/30% passthrough seems to be the norm for “Smart mirror glass”… it goes by different names and such from manufacturers.
  • Which mirror to choose for my photobooth mirror

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    Hello, After weeks of research and a first model that you can see on my website https://www.votrehistoireenimage.fr/ I try to change my mirror which I am not too satisfied. I used the Mirropane Chrome Spy 6 mm And I read everywhere that it will use mirroview in 75/20 I am looking for suppliers who deliver in France and at reasonable prices Thanks for your help
  • pi3 hot pi2 not

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    The pi3 runs hotter than the pi2 (as the pi4 runs hotter than the pi3), it’ because of higher clocks and there fore more power usage that results in higher temps. The RAM issues I can’t explain however. (My Pi3+ runs at around 45-50C with a heatsink on the cpu.) The Raspberry Pi 3's average SoC temperature unader load was 61C with a peak of 82C. Meanwhile, the Raspberry Pi 2 had an average temperature of 48.9C and a peak of 59.C source : https://www.phoronix.com/scan.php?page=news_item&px=RPi2-vs-RPi3-SoC-Temperature Another reference : https://www.martinrowan.co.uk/2019/07/raspberry-pi-4-power-temperature-at-idle/ [image: image-21.png]
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    @yns117 are you trying to use it with your Pi?
  • Mirror glass (50x50) for sale

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    Hi all, I have one mirror glass to offer which I don’t have a use for anymore. Model: Pilkington Mirropane ChromeSpy 4mm Size: 500 x 500 mm Transmission: 8% Reflection: 48% It cost me 82€, I’d sell it for 60 € + shipping. I live in Germany close to Duisburg so pickup is of course possible as well. Let me know if you’re interested. Thanks!
  • Help with monitor's buttons TIA

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    @thisistheplace Thank you, this is sound advice. I’ll give your suggestions a try after rescuing the bezel from the rubbish bins :) failing that, I’m guessing a cheap Chinese control board is the only option left to try. Thank you again for your time and help :)
  • Need help with design/dimensions?.

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    Frameless mirrors/floating mirrors are hard to do when you have to hide a screen and possibly a pi/other hardware. (And you probably want polished edges for that to) If you are able to build the screen and pi in to the wall itself and then mount the mirror flush on the wall, that would be one way of doing it. But since your glass won’t cover the entire screen (being 1.1 inch to short) the best thing to do is to build a frame with a larger bezel around the mirror+screen. And in that case yes, cutting the glass down would be good (just to get closer to the screens image ratio). With a larger bezel you can hide the overflow and you won’t get a backlight-edge visible on your mirror (since all the visible mirror surface will have the screen behind it). You could probably find a ready made picture frame that is close to your measurements, and then just build a simple wooden box around the components that you can mount the frame to and in the same time get mounting to hang it on a wall. (something like this maybe : https://www.amazon.co.uk/14x10-PICTURE-PHOTO-FRAME-Black/dp/B00BTBGGFC) You don’t need any specialized tools to make a frame (a saw, a hammer, some tiny nails, wood glue and some wood.)
  • Is using windows foe touch mirror possible

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    If you don’t want to use the MagicMirror2 then you can try to use Rainmeter which is a highly customizable visual desktop information program. https://www.rainmeter.net/ [image: vwwc2dv9isiy.jpg]
  • Cheapest reflective film?

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    I would consider skipping the mirror part altogether and only use a screen. Otherwise you will just get a mirror that doesn’t look like a mirror.