According to reports, Aqara’s Ark Smart Hub M3 is Aqara’s first border router to support the Thread protocol, and it is also a multi-mode gateway that simultaneously supports multiple protocols.

Aqara Ark Smart Hub M3 is equipped with Ark Technology 2.0, which is claimed to be the “first centralized/distributed/variable structure networking mode” to achieve automated local execution across networks and LANs.

In addition, Aqara Ark Smart Hub M3 has built-in 8 GB eMMC storage space for automated local storage, reducing dependence on the cloud.

The launch and price information of Aqara Ark Smart Hub M3.

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The Aqara switch V1 is covered with an AG glass panel with UV textured film; it has a screen panel in the middle, which supports personalized display and can set elder mode on the App side to make the font bigger.

The four touch buttons on the display of Aqara switch V1 support customization, which can be set in the App; it automatically rests after a period of no operation, and also supports triggering by time period or automation.

Aqara MyControl Switch V1 comes with millimetre wave radar, built-in custom relay, maximum load of 2200W; compatible with a variety of smart lamps and lanterns, supports multi-device status synchronization, supports Zigbee connection protocol and Apple HomeKit.

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The Video Doorbell G4 is compatible with HomeKit secure video and local streaming to Amazon and Google smart display devices and will support the Matter protocol when the specification is officially ready for cameras. The doorbell features native AI facial recognition to trigger specific automated actions, as well as optional local storage via a microSD card slot. Battery power is also supported, as well as wired power.

The Smart Door Lock U100 is Aqara’s first fixed-bolt lock that supports HomeKit and the Home Key feature in the Apple Wallet app on iPhone and Apple Watch, allowing the iPhone and Apple Watch to be used as a door key to easily unlock the home. In addition to Home Key, users can use the built-in fingerprint recognition, digital passcode, Aqara app and NFC card, and mechanical key for authentication. It uses the Zigbee protocol and supports Matter.

In addition to the visual doorbell G4 and the smart door lock U100, Aqara has also released the electronic sensor FP2 and the LED Strip T1 with HomeKit and Matter support.

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The upgraded version of T1 Pro also adds a Scene Mode, which can recognize different sides after enabling it, allowing you to control the scene more easily. This mode can support HomeKit, Alexa and Matter through Aqara Hub.

Aqara Cube T1 Pro can control your HomeKit environment in a more intuitive way. For example, you can activate your morning routine by flipping to side 1 and a home theater scene by flipping to side 2.

In addition, you can now control multiple sets of curtains or roller blinds by rotating the new Aqara Cube in the Aqara Home app – for example, flip it to side 3 and rotate the cube to adjust the opening percentage of the curtains, or flip it over, Dim the Aqara light on side 4. The versatility of this controller enables a variety of different HomeKit and Aqara actions.

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