GoKawiilAqara unveils Zigbee and Thread smart lighting lineup at IFA
Aqara used IFA to introduce a broad range of new smart lighting products, including the 4.6-foot Floor Lamp T1 with RGBIC lighting and 18 addressable zones, outdoor permanent lights, RGBIC string lights, an upgraded LED light strip, and second-generation downlights. All the new devices support Matter through Thread, letting them work with platforms like Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, and Homey. Aqara has not yet announced pricing or release dates for any of these products.
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This expansion shows Aqara pushing further into ambient and decorative lighting, a category increasingly dominated by companies like Govee and Nanoleaf, while betting heavily on Matter and Thread compatibility to appeal to users across multiple smart home ecosystems. Broad cross-platform support could make Aqara a stronger competitor for households that don't want to commit to a single smart home standard.
- Aqara's Floor Lamp T1 features 18 individually addressable RGBIC zones and stands 4.6 feet tall.
- New outdoor permanent lights and RGBIC string lights extend Aqara's smart lighting push beyond indoor use.
- All new products support Matter via Thread, working with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings, Home Assistant, and Homey.
Govee RGBIC Floor Lamp — If Aqara's Floor Lamp T1 has you eyeing a color-splashing pole light, Govee's RGBIC floor lamp delivers that same corner-glow effect today. It supports multi-color segments, app control, and voice assistants, making it an easy way to add mood lighting behind a TV or desk.
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