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tech1 hour ago•21 min saved

SwitchBot unveils EU-ready Lock Ultra Max with 19 unlock methods

SwitchBot announced the Lock Ultra Max Vision Pro Combo at IFA 2026, a retrofit smart lock designed for European locks that supports 19 entry methods (including fingerprint, passcodes, NFC, facial and palm-vein recognition, plus remote, voice, smartwatch, and widget access via the SwitchBot app). It includes Keypad Vision Pro and Hub Mini Matter, has a more powerful motor (over 9 kg of torque) and 160 rpm, and claims compatibility with 99% of European locks with adapters for less common installs. Price is €339.99 / £339.99 (~$395).

via The Verge|

#european-locks #ifa-2026 #smart-home

tech1 month ago•28 min saved

SwitchBot Battery Circulator Fan 2 Pro: portable power with built‑in Matter for smart homes

SwitchBot’s Battery Circulator Fan 2 Pro is a compact, cordless fan with native Matter-over-Wi‑Fi for plug‑in smart‑home integration. It packs a 3,600mAh battery offering up to 70 hours of ultra‑quiet operation on low (4 hours on max), up to 6.5 m/s wind, and a 33.5 m throw, with 90‑degree vertical and horizontal oscillation for room‑filling airflow. The unit is designed for portability—no height stand, detachable blades/ housing, USB‑C power, and an integrated nightlight—priced at $119.99 and initially NA‑exclusive, with UK/Europe models arriving later featuring a built‑in negative ion generator.

via The Verge|

#battery-circulator-fan-2-pro #matter #portable

technology1 month ago•4 min saved

Tiny switch-flipping bot becomes a roach-fighting sidekick

Verge tests the USB-C SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable, a tiny robotic arm that attaches to a switch and physically presses or pulls it to automate devices; it can be controlled via SwitchBot Hub with Alexa/Google Assistant and, once installed (which may take some trial and error), reliably performs actions from across the room—helpful for turning on lights and deterring roaches—though the rechargeable battery lasts about six months per daily trigger and installation isn’t plug-and-play.

via The Verge|

#gadget-review #home-automation #robotic-arm

tech2 months ago•36 min saved

SwitchBot’s Standing Circulator Fan proves portable airflow can punch above its weight

The Verge’s review finds SwitchBot’s Standing Circulator Fan a standout: a quiet, battery-powered 3D circulator that can be desktop or floor-standing, includes a handy nightlight, and plays well with smart homes (Matter support only on/off). Priced around $130 but often on sale, it offers decent airflow for small spaces; battery life at full tilt is limited, but you can extend runtime with lower settings or power banks.

via The Verge|

#accessory-reviews #gadgets #standing-circulator-fan

tech3 months ago•59 min saved

Nanoleaf Finds Bigger Horizon as OneRobotics Bets on AI-Driven Smart Homes

Nanoleaf is being acquired by OneRobotics, the parent company of SwitchBot, in a deal reportedly around $40 million over two years. Nanoleaf will remain independent and be run by Gimmy Chu and Christian Yan, with plans for product integrations between the two companies. The deal brings cash and access to manufacturing and supply chains to scale Nanoleaf’s embodied AI and robotics ambitions, while OneRobotics/SwitchBot expands its footprint in AI-powered smart homes and brick-and-mortar retail across North America and Europe.

via The Verge|

#embodied-ai #nanoleaf #onerobotics

gadgets4 months ago•40 min saved

SwitchBot Bot Rechargeable hits new low in Mother's Day sale

SwitchBot's Bot Rechargeable, a USB-C button-presser that attaches to a button or rocker switch and can be controlled via phone or schedule, is on sale for about $26.99 through May 10 (FORHER20) on Amazon and SwitchBot, with the battery-powered original at $22.99; adding a SwitchBot Hub Mini ($28.99, $11 off) enables voice control (Alexa, Google Assistant, Siri) and Matter compatibility with the right hub.

via The Verge|

#bot-rechargeable #gadgets #mothers-day

gadgets4 months ago•2 min saved

SwitchBot Bot Gets a Rechargeable Battery and USB-C Charging

SwitchBot has a rechargeable version of its Bot button-pressing robot, identical in function to the original but powered by a 370mAh USB-C rechargeable battery instead of a disposable CR2; it’s available now for $33.99 (vs $29.99 for the original) from SwitchBot and Amazon. The device sticks to a button or rocker and presses it with a small extendable arm; the battery is accessible via a front panel and charges via USB-C. The rechargeable model offers eco benefits but shorter battery life—about six months with one daily press, versus up to 600 days for the original with two presses per day.

via The Verge|

#automation #gadgets #rechargeable-battery