Smart Hardware
Beautiful Software
We build intelligent devices and the software that powers them. From Raspberry Pi to full-stack mobile apps.
Why laikX
Smart Sensing
Real-time temperature monitoring with instant push notifications to your phone.
Home Automation
Native integration with Home Assistant for full smart-home automation.
Mobile App
laikX Smart on iOS & Android — configure, monitor and automate anywhere.
DIY Friendly
Step-by-step guides so anyone can build and customise their laikX device.
About laikX
We're building the future of smart home technology
Our Mission
We believe smart home technology should be open, accessible, and beautiful. That's why we combine open hardware with polished software to create devices anyone can build, understand, and customize.
What We Do
laikX develops intelligent hardware solutions paired with elegant software. We focus on Raspberry Pi-based devices because they're powerful, affordable, and open. Every product comes with comprehensive DIY guides so you can build it yourself.
Open
All our hardware designs and software are open source. No lock-in, no surprises.
Simple
We obsess over simplicity. Every feature has a purpose. Every line of code matters.
Reliable
Built on proven platforms. Tested in real homes. Designed to last.
Beautiful
Design isn't decoration. It's how things work. We design for clarity and joy.
Products
Intelligent devices, beautifully designed
Smart Thermometer
Your home's temperature — always in your hands.
laikX Smart
Key Features
Smart Notifications
Get instant alerts when temperature drops below or rises above your custom thresholds. Never miss a change.
Home Assistant Integration
Connect to Home Assistant to automatically trigger heating or cooling based on live readings.
laikX Smart App
Available on Google Play and the App Store. Configure thresholds, view history and manage multiple devices.
Raspberry Pi Pico
Built on the RP2040 microcontroller — low power, high reliability, fully open hardware.
Real-Time Monitoring
Monitor temperature in real-time with live updates every second. See trends and patterns instantly.
Open Source
Fully open-source hardware and software. Build, customize and extend exactly how you want.
Technical Specifications
Microcontroller
Raspberry Pi Pico (RP2040)
Sensor
DHT22 Temperature & Humidity
Connectivity
WiFi (via Pico W)
Power
USB-C or Battery Powered
Range
-40°C to +80°C
Accuracy
±0.5°C
Coming Soon
We're working on more intelligent devices. Stay tuned.
Smart Lighting
Automate your lights with presence detection and ambient sensing.
In DevelopmentPlant Monitor
Soil moisture, light and humidity — keep your plants thriving automatically.
ConceptSmart Lock
DIY smart lock with NFC, PIN and remote access via the laikX app.
ConceptDIY Guides
Build it yourself. Learn as you go.
Build the Smart Thermometer
A complete walkthrough from sourcing components to soldering and enclosure assembly.
Flash Firmware
How to download, verify and flash the laikX firmware onto your Pico using UF2.
Setup the App
Pair your thermometer with the app, configure alert thresholds and notification preferences.
Home Assistant Integration
Integrate your laikX thermometer with Home Assistant to automate heating and cooling.
MQTT Configuration
Set up your own MQTT broker and configure the thermometer to publish to custom topics.
3D Print Enclosure
Download our STL files and print a sleek enclosure for your laikX thermometer.
Get In Touch
Questions, feedback or partnership enquiries
Let's Talk
Whether you're a maker wanting to contribute, a business interested in partnership, or just curious about our products — reach out.