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Not sure if this is the correct section, but I think it is.
I was in the market for an iPad mini wall mount.I have several old models around the house and wanted make use of them. All the mounts I found that looked the way I wanted cost more than the iPads are worth so I made rather myself. I got a little carried away and made a few more than I actually need. Just curious if anyone is interested in them. I made a video on YouTube about making them, but I’m not sure if I can post links?
iPad Mini 1-3
bare mount $30
painted with magnets, $45
 
 

Here is the link. Let me know if you have questions. I’ve changed the magnet system to look better and switched to spray on suede (flocking). Looks better now.
 

Here is the link. Let me know if you have questions. I’ve changed the magnet system to look better and switched to spray on suede (flocking). Looks better now.
 

one of Our iPad mini’s has been plugged in for several years now. No issues so far. It’s just now mounted more neatly to the wall now. I have heard about the possibility of the battery bulging, but haven’t had any issues myself. My brother in-law has 3  that have been plugged in longer than mine have been. Not saying it can’t happen, but the chances are slim from the reading I’ve done.
 
I haven’t made any for larger iPads, but the process is the same.

Here is the link. Let me know if you have questions. I’ve changed the magnet system to look better and switched to spray on suede (flocking). Looks better now.
 

Yes I have the option of using a charge cable. I routed a space to allow for a cable to fit. Magnets are used to hold it in place. I found much nicer looking ones after I finished the video. I’ll use them in the future.

Not sure if this is the correct section, but I think it is.
I was in the market for an iPad mini wall mount.I have several old models around the house and wanted make use of them. All the mounts I found that looked the way I wanted cost more than the iPads are worth so I made rather myself. I got a little carried away and made a few more than I actually need. Just curious if anyone is interested in them. I made a video on YouTube about making them, but I’m not sure if I can post links?
iPad Mini 1-3
bare mount $30
painted with magnets, $45
 
 

Here is the link. Let me know if you have questions. I’ve changed the magnet system to look better and switched to spray on suede (flocking). Looks better now.
 

Not sure if this is the correct section, but I think it is.
I was in the market for an iPad mini wall mount.I have several old models around the house and wanted make use of them. All the mounts I found that looked the way I wanted cost more than the iPads are worth so I made rather myself. I got a little carried away and made a few more than I actually need. Just curious if anyone is interested in them. I made a video on YouTube about making them, but I’m not sure if I can post links?
iPad Mini 1-3
bare mount $30
painted with magnets, $45
 
 

Not sure if this is the correct section, but I think it is.
I was in the market for an iPad mini wall mount.I have several old models around the house and wanted make use of them. All the mounts I found that looked the way I wanted cost more than the iPads are worth so I made rather myself. I got a little carried away and made a few more than I actually need. Just curious if anyone is interested in them. I made a video on YouTube about making them, but I’m not sure if I can post links?
iPad Mini 1-3
bare mount $30
painted with magnets, $45
 
 

Thanks Dan and Ryan. Everything is working perfectly now.

Thanks Dan and Ryan. Everything is working perfectly now.

The wire is just lose in the photo because I was trouble shooting. They will be cleaned up once the sensors are back up and running.

I chose C4 for two primary reasons. The onscreen display and physical remotes. My previous control system was Simple Control ( formerly Roomie Remote) which is primarily a DIY system. It has most of the capabilities of C4 for a lot less money. There are dealers who install this system and it can be programmed remotely, but set up is pretty easy so I would imagine this system is 99% DIY. No drivers to program, most products just work (IP, IR or serial). But without a physical remote, it’s uesability is lower than I wanted. 
In my mind C4 is a high end product that caters to people who don’t want to or can’t be bothered to set up their own automation system. It is certinally more powerful than most other offerings and Im happy to have a system in the works. But C4 needs to treat Alexa and other “smart home” products as competitors. If they don’t, they may find themselves in the same boat Kodac did when they didn’t take the digital revolution seriously. Apple HomeKit as another example connects to thousands of devices, it’s free, is easy to set up and works remotely. It isn’t a complete package however like C4. 
C4, stay on your toes!

I had the Hue bulbs and returned them. I didn’t like having the switch on at all times. I have a habit of turning everything off when I leave the room. Doing that means you have no control to turn them on.
i am using Lutron switches which seem to be a reasonably priced alternative, but if I could start again, I’d just buy the C4 switches. I might still, but over time.

I had the Hue bulbs and returned them. I didn’t like having the switch on at all times. I have a habit of turning everything off when I leave the room. Doing that means you have no control to turn them on.
i am using Lutron switches which seem to be a reasonably priced alternative, but if I could start again, I’d just buy the C4 switches. I might still, but over time.