How to Install Magic Mirror on Raspberry Pi 4

The MagicMirror project has gained immense popularity in recent years, and for good reason. It's an innovative way to turn a plain old mirror into a smart device that can display information, weather updates, news, and more. In this tutorial, we'll walk you through the process of installing Magic Mirror on your Raspberry Pi 4.

The Challenge

One of the biggest challenges when building a Magic Mirror is finding the right materials. You need to cover the entire frame with glass to avoid light leaking, which can be quite tricky. I used scrap wood to build the frame and mounting for the LCD panel, and a small TV mount to secure the Magic Mirror to the wall.

Electronics and Assembly

Once the frame was built, it was time to add the electronics. After some trial and error, I found a suitable reflective glass with 4 holes for mounting. This allowed me to test the functionality of the power button and motion sensor.

Power Button and Motion Sensor

I wanted to create a seamless user experience, so I decided to add an external power button that can turn the Raspberry Pi on, off, and restart it without physical access. I also added a motion sensor that detects movement in front of the mirror and turns the display on/off accordingly.

Custom Solution

Unfortunately, I couldn't find any open-source projects that met my specific requirements for the power button and motion sensor, so I decided to create my own solution using custom scripts.

Testing and Configuration

After completing the electronics and assembly, it was time to test the Magic Mirror. I connected the Raspberry Pi to a new monitor and configured everything according to the Khassel's magicmirror docker image documentation website.

Building a Magic Mirror is a fun and rewarding project that can add a touch of innovation to any room. With this tutorial, you should be able to create your own Magic Mirror using a Raspberry Pi 4 and some basic electronics. Remember to cover every exposed part of the glass to avoid light leaking, and don't be afraid to get creative with your custom solution.

Additional Resources

* Markdown cheatsheet

* Browsers extensions

* Penetration Testing

* Magic Mirror 2.0

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