Hello Home Assistant Community,
We would like to introduce you to NexusViewPanel. While there are already established solutions in the wall panel software space, we have developed our own approach that focuses on native performance, modern usability concepts, and fair pricing.
We invite you to check out our alternative for your wall-mounted tablets.
Feature Highlights:
Here is a summary of what the app does and what makes it special:
Flexible Multi-Tab Navigation:
The app allows you to create multiple tabs for different content. You are not limited to Home Assistant: easily integrate other Homelab dashboards (e.g., Grafana, Pi-hole) or external websites (e.g., your favorite weather provider or news sites). Switching between views is intuitive via swipe gestures or the tab bar.
Native RTSP Support:
Camera streams are processed natively by the app. This means: No transcoding required by Home Assistant, significantly lower latency, and smoother playback compared to standard web streams.
Floating Popups (Floating Windows):
Events (e.g., a doorbell ring) can trigger a floating window over your current dashboard. The context remains visible, while critical information (e.g., the camera feed) is immediately in focus.
Easiest Setup (QR Code):
With our Home Assistant Integration, typing out long tokens is a thing of the past. A simple scan of the generated QR code securely connects the tablet to your system.
Hardware Integration & Sensors:
The tablet is fully integrated into Home Assistant as a device. You gain access to relevant sensors (such as battery level) and can control the screen remotely.
Kiosk Mode & Security:
The app offers an immersive Kiosk Mode that displays dashboards in full screen without distractions. Additionally, critical settings and exiting the app can be protected via a PIN code – ideal for reliable 24/7 operation (optimized for devices like Amazon Fire HD tablets).
Licensing Model:
Pricing was an important point for us. NexusViewPanel is a one-time purchase. There is no subscription model, and after purchasing, you can use the app on unlimited devices linked to the same account.
Links & Details:
Website & Details: www.smintlife.de/nexus
HA Integration (GitHub): github.com/smintlife/nexusviewpanel_ha_integration
Support & Feedback:
We are actively working on further development. For feature requests, bug reports, or direct discussion, please use this thread or our Discord Channel (link available on our website).
We look forward to your feedback!
Best regards,
The smintlife Team