Today, the brand Aqara part of the ecosystem Xiaomi has officially presented two new products that promise to revolutionize the way we interact with our homes: the Smart Wall Gateway V1 , Smart Wall Socket H2.
Aqara Smart Wall Gateway V1 and Smart Wall Socket H2 released in China
Let's start with it Smart Wall Gateway V1, an elegant-looking device, available in black and white, which is also a concentrate of technology. With protocol support smart home Matter e HomeKit, the V1 acts as a real bridge between devices of various platforms, allowing unprecedented interconnection. His Zigbee gateway integrated makes it the beating heart of a smart home, capable of connecting and managing devices such as smart curtains, cameras and controllers.
But it doesn't end there: the V1 is also equipped with a function infrared remote control, with declared compatibility with over 8.000 models of household appliances. Its infrared learning ability allows it to control even the most traditional appliances, thus extending its usefulness well beyond the confines of the modern smart home.
The V1 is equipped with a 2.4Ghz / 5Ghz dual-band Wi-Fi connectivity, improving signal and coverage by 10% compared to the previous generation. Furthermore, it offers two power methods: in addition to traditional alternating current, it can be powered via PoE (Power over Ethernet), allowing users to use a single cable for power and network connection.
Smart Wall Socket H2
La Smart Wall Socket H2 It comes with a refined dark gray design and a matte texture that makes it a discreet but classy furnishing accessory. Called a “villa-level” smart plug, the H2 delivers USB-A and Type-C interfaces and with a fast charging from 20W per port, managing multiple devices simultaneously.
The H2 is not only beautiful to look at, but also intelligent: it supports the control via app and voice assistants, allowing users to manage connected devices remotely and schedule them to turn on and off. Combined with other Aqara sensors and devices, it can create automated home scenarios, such as turning on lights as people pass by.
Another notable feature of the H2 is its function energy statistics, which provides users with detailed real-time, weekly and annual energy consumption data. This tool is essential for those who want to keep consumption under control and optimize the energy efficiency of their home.
Aqara's new Smart Wall Gateway V1 and Smart Wall Socket H2 are already available for purchase in China. The official prices are respectively 549 yuan (70 euros) for the V1 and 399 yuan (51 euros) for the H2.
