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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!!
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    MIRASTAR 6mm Mirror : a good choice ?

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    @acdacd2 Hi! I just found a quote for this product from a local supplier. I was wondering if you (or anyone else here) had experience with it.
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    Running Linux Environment on Android Device via USB for MagicMirror

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    @Alannow I think you are on the bleeding edge
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    What's the best TV to use?

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    @redink For better daytime visibility, go with an LED or OLED display with high brightness and good contrast. A commercial-grade high-nit display or an IPS panel with anti-glare coating can also help reduce reflections. Adjusting brightness and using a high-quality two-way mirror with better light transmission can further improve readability!
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    Real Time Clock add on

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    @plainbroke look at free -m i dont think you are using all the memory its cpu cycles, the mode engine is single threaded, with all kinds of ‘hacks’ to make it more like multi-threaded. but a cou bound task can still block others
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    mise a jour dispo comment faire

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    @1eretoile correct, la ligne complète. utiliser mes scripts https://github.com/sdetweil/MagicMirror_scripts
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    Recommendation

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    @mediahypno I guess to get both - easyness and cheapness is not possible… As far as I have seen pictures around and read several comments here in this forum I got the impression that best result will be with glass - this is kind of expensive. The cheaper version with Acrylic is not that “brilliant” and there are may some restrictions in the viewing angle. The least expensive so cheapest version is the foil - this is the far most complicated one because you have to apply the foil on some kind of Acrylic or glass which often fails due to bubbles, scratches, dust or whatever. I definitely wanted to go for glass. In the meantime I have decided to build up a “Magic Signage” not a mirror. This is caused by the fact that the already build up prototype is present since several weeks in our living room and we visit this beauty several times a day. So the final version will stay nearby - at least in the living room and a mirror at this place doesn’t make any sense to us. (initially planned was to replace the mirror in the hallway but this becomes obsolete for the above reasons) HTH, Regards, Ralf
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    Monitor recommendation

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    @BKeyport Thank you very much for the info! I’ll experiment with HDMI sleep to avoid cutting the power off entirely, or blank when not in use but for that I’m a bit worried about power consumption… If anyone else has any specific monitor recommendation (or some simple way to get panels too would be an alternative!) I’m all hears
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    Failed to install MM@2.30.0 to Raspberry Pi 3B+ node v18.19.0

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    @sdetweil … Good day and your response / feedback is much appreciated. I’ll run through your recommendation and keep you posted in case encountered errors again. Have a great and safe day ahead. Cheers !!
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    Display Question

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    @russm1981 MagicMirror will automatically rotate to the display. on later os, use the desktop menu top left, preferences, display orientation.
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    Best Alternatives to the ReSpeaker 4-Mic Array for MM Voice Control Integration

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    The ReSpeaker 4-Mic Array is currently out of stock everywhere. Spent quite a while researching on the forum and elsewhere, before posting this. I believe it’s one of the best microphones for MM integration with voice control. Are there any similar or better alternatives available?
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    MM not working on Pi Zero 2W

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    @sdetweil Thank you. Finally its working on fresh 32 bit OS and installation via your script.
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    Idea how to power Raspberry Pi 3B and display controller board?

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    @Wendy 12v from power supply to both display and converter in 5v from converter out to pi with the appropriate pigtails for wire to device connectors as needed you could also power the pi thru the gpio pins
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    Wireless sensor

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    @Frossion1996 Hi, Im using this Sensor: Temp2IoT A little “build yourself” but the result is perfect. I’m using an iFrame to show it on my mirror. With the Arduino IDE is was also able to adjust it a little bit to my belongings (transparent background and a little size adjustments). This project is really amazing. In the summer I can directly see in the morning if I can jump directly into the pool. Chris.
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    VAHA fitness mirror modified to run MM2 anyone?

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    @crashzero this site is really about the Magicmirror software. not hacking other systems
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    MagficMirror on debian 12 Dell Wyse 3040 PC

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    @sdetweil Thank my freind for your gelp!!!
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    Which display to buy?

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    bought Portable Monitor - Ultra-Slim 15.6 Inch Full HD IPS Laptop Screen by Ingnok Store for $60
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    Buy pre-assembed MM (EU)

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    Hi, I don’t want assemble the frame and the monitor myself. Does everyone know, if someone sells MagicMirrors pre-assembled? Preferably in EU and I am looking for a size of ~50" or 2x~24-32" and covered in a wooden frame would be great. Cheers Jonas
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    How to determine which monitor is being used at runtime

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    @rmustard511 no problem, we all have to learn stuff every day
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    What is this ribbon?

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    @davidgagne In this case, yes, because the CSI port on the Zero isn’t the standard port… at least the old standard. Now it’s a pair of MIPI connectors for that, so everything’s gotta change again 🤣
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    Set 1280 x 720 resolution RPi Bookworm

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    Thanks for trying to help me, but I have given up now. I will just buy a monitor that conforms with standard RPI Raspbian OS
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