Xiaomi has today announced a fresh device under crowdfunding dubbed Aqara Smart Curtain Motor. This is an iteration of the Aqara Smart Curtain Motor initially introduced about 2017. But, the new Aqara Smart Curtain Motor is quite alternative from the first version in that this model comes with a built-in battery. So you don’t need to connect any wire or require a wall socket closeby for it to work. Thus, it is easier to install.
The Aqara Smart Curtain Motor is basically a motorized window shades and blinds what could be controlled wirelessly. The device! works on Zigbee curtains and blinds. The device utilizes low-power ZigBee communication protocol via the Mi multi-functional Smart home gateway or Aqara air-conditioning pathway to connect to the smart home network. Thus, the home curtains can be controlled via the Mi App. Additionally, the Smart device! allows the homeowner to Furthermore set the timer in the Mi app to when the blinds are expected to open and close and the blinds respond automatically whenever it receives to the set time. This variant also arrives with support for XIaomi’s XiaoAI voice control.
In addition, there is a wireless switch what can alternatively be used to open and close the blinds with just a delicate tap. The gadget In addition connects with the Mi home scanner such that when the user goes to the window, the home camera sensor will automatically trigger the opening of the blinds and as early as the user leaves, the blinds close. Further more, the Aqara Smart curtain motor has a touch start feature, such that with just a light pull, the motor starts opening the blinds automatically. It Furthermore stops after it encounters any resistance or obstruction whenever opening or closing. It is also a noiseless gadget with its operating noise significantly less than 30dB. The gadget also ships with other support services which includes door and window measurement, customised window rails and others.
The Aqara Smart Silent curtain motor ships with a value tag of 549 Yuan (~$80) and is presently available on the Youpin crowdfunding platform for funding. There is Additionally the setup of the motor with a 3-meter straight rail and installation service for 1099 yuan ($161).