IKEA smart devices united by scenarios

IKEA engineers decided to fill an important gap in their smart home system.Now, the company is adding

Script support – these will be available from the latest system update.It will help you easily manage multiple devices at the same time without relying on other companies' platforms.For example, the lights can turn off automatically and the music is dimmed before going to bed, and in the morning the music will turn on automatically, the lightwill be adjusted according to the natural light, after which the coffee maker will turn on.

The update will also start making full use ofIKEA's Shortcut Button function. These are buttons that are located by the user's bed or workplace; they allow you to perform several predefined actions at once with one click.

IKEA will stop selling disposable batteries

IKEA presented the first preliminary functionsback in 2019. The home improvement chain previously announced a strategic decision to increase investment in smart home products. The new IKEA Home smart business unit within the company has taken up this area.

IKEA has been building smart home devices since 2012of the year. The company's range now includes smart bulbs, wireless chargers, and speakers co-branded with the Sonos brand. The collection also includes a column with a built-in lamp.

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