Berlin has always been a hub for tech innovation, and this year’s IFA 2023 tech trade show was no exception. The event showcased a plethora of smart home gadgets that are set to redefine our living spaces. One of the highlights was a collaboration between Umbra and Nanoleaf, featuring portable smart lights and color-changing desk caddy lamps. These lamps are Matter-compatible and use Thread for connectivity. They are not just aesthetically pleasing but also highly functional, slated to be available in mid-October.
Smart windows are also making a splash. The eHandle ConnectSense is a handle for European-style windows that comes with a built-in Z-wave sensor. It can detect vibrations and the window’s open, closed, or tilt position, allowing for seamless home automation. Yeelight, a smart lighting company, introduced the Yeelight Pro P20 roof light that mimics the effect of a skylight using nanotechnology-enabled Rayleigh scattering. It’s not a DIY installation, but it promises to bring the sky into your home.
Aqara, another tech company, unveiled its new smart lock U200 designed for European-style mortise doors. The lock uses Thread for connectivity and is compatible with major smart home platforms like Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Apple Home. It offers multiple ways to unlock, including fingerprint and keycode. European smart energy company Tado also caught attention with its smart heat pump controller and EV charging app, aiming to save electric car owners as much as €300.
The gadgets displayed at IFA 2023 in Berlin are not just smart; they are revolutionary. They promise to make our homes more intelligent, our lives more convenient, and our carbon footprint smaller. With these innovations, the future of smart homes looks brighter than ever.
