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Why it matters
Meta releases open-source code for DIY smart home AI hardware
The Decoder "Muse Gadgets" turns AI hardware into an open-source DIY project
Meta launched Muse Gadgets, an open-source project allowing developers to build custom smart home devices using cheap microcontrollers connected to its Muse AI agent.
Why it matters
Hobbyists and developers can now build custom, low-cost physical gadgets powered by Meta's Muse AI agent without relying on proprietary hardware ecosystems.
Latest brief · Oct 19, 2026