How To Make a Raspberry Pi 4 Smart Mirror (Tutorial)
Raspberry Pi 4 Smart Mirror Complete Guide (Easily)
A smart mirror is an electronic two-way mirror that has a two-way display. It informs the user of different types of information through its different types of wedges. It has a multimedia capability for streaming images, videos, etc.
So that the user can access the weather-related data using this smart mirror. Using Raspberry Pi 4 smart mirror is made in a magic mirror platform. Magic Mirror is a platform where Raspberry Pi is easily installed.
It is a user-friendly platform which allows user to work easily.
Hardware you Need to Set Up Smart Mirror
- Raspberry Pi (I used the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B version, due to the fact it has easy accessibility and an easy to set up wireless option)
- Monitor (I used a 12″ X 20″ Samsung monitor with an HDMI input)
- Two Way Acrylic Glass Mirror (There are some online, however, I used the cheaper one Hacker House recommended – see link at bottom)
- HDMI Cable
- Micro HDMI Cable for Pi Power Supply
- Wood Glue
- Screws
- Wood (I used two 8ft long pieces (a 1″ x 3″ and a 1″ x 4″ ) to cut the inner and outer frame)
- Keyboard (USB)
- Mouse (USB)
- Clamps
- 3D Brackets
Raspberry Pi 3 and 4 are preferable for this project work. Other older versions will also work. But users have to make sure that they have a Wi-Fi adaptor available for the work. A micro SD card is required. SD card may be Noobs installed or Raspbian.
SD cards will also work. An HDMI monitor is required. This will work as the smart mirror’s screen. It can be any type. If the user wants a large screen then they can use 24/32- inch screen. Otherwise, users use a 7/10-inch HDMI display. Finally a self -made wood or plastic frame is required.
Guidelines to Make A Smart Mirror With Raspberry Pi 4
So here we have come up with a step-by-step guide to make a smart mirror with Raspberry Pi4. But first, it is really important to understand the hardware required to install a smart mirror with Raspberry Pi4. Let’s fi