DIY: Netflix Switch Dims the Lights, Turns Netflix On

Many of us love watching TV shows and movies on Netflix after a tough day of work. You wouldn’t want your smartphone to distract you or bright lights to annoy you. You could always build a smart switch to turn your TV on, dim the lights, and silent your phone. In fact, Netflix has shared a quick guide, showing you how to do just that.

The Switch was made using a Particle Core. You are going to need a TV that has a Netflix button on its remote. Since the Switch is wireless, you are going to need a special battery to complete the project. More instructions are available on Netflix.com.