Gallery View: Smart light switches easy to control

Many new intelligent light switches can be conveniently operated through mobile apps and voice assistants.

The future of lighting control is bright with wireless technologies. Apps on mobile phones, and voice AI are now the most convenient ways to turn on and off smart light switches.

App-ready models from China have a lot of features supported on mobile, including setting of timers, modes and scenes. There are releases that can sync with other light switches and devices to create an integrated smart home system.

Voice assistants are also among the hottest ways to control smart light switches now. Users can manage light switches from afar by giving voice instructions to digital assistants in speakers or smart home hubs. Two featured light switches in the selection are Alexa-enabled.

Besides easy control, smart light switches are becoming energy-saving. A lot of touch-activated and wireless models are self-powered. They convert kinetic energy to electricity as the user presses their panels or buttons.

The products in the gallery below were selected by our China-based Market Analyst for representing trends in smart light switches.

Wireless kinetic switch sticks on surfaces

Baydo IOT Technology Shenzhen Co. Ltd’s V Series model is a wireless kinetic switch that does not need batteries and wires. It sticks on glass, marble, wood and metal surfaces. The self-powered switch is water-resistant.

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Self-powered

Converting solar energy to electricity, the FKBWS 0212 model from Hangzhou Frankever Electronic Co. Ltd is self-powered. The wireless smart light switch is easy to install and control remotely via a smartphone. It supports time setting.

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Wi-Fi, touch control

Hangzhou Frankever Electronic Co. Ltd's FK-SW101E-2 model is a 2-gang Wi-Fi remote-controlled touch light switch. Its panel is in PC and glass. The 86x86x36mm touch switch operates from 110 to 240VAC at 50 to 60Hz. Rated load for each gang is less than 300W. Self-consuming power does not exceed 1mA. 1- and 3-gang versions are available.

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Smartphone-activated touch switch

The TDS-001 model from Shenzhen Howseng Teconology Co. Ltd is a touch- and mobile phone-controlled Wi-Fi wall light switch. The model works with a ZigBee host for scene mode linkage and gives real-time feedback for status. The 90x86x34mm touch light switch features a flame-retardant PC base and a blue backlit display.

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Works with Amazon Alexa

Shenzhen RMD Technology Co. Ltd offers the WT01 model that can be controlled via Amazon Alexa or a mobile app. The US-standard smart touch light switch has a timer function and overload protection. It is made of flame-retardant PC. Rated current, voltage and power are 16A, 110V at 60Hz and 1,800W, respectively. Wireless frequency and standard are 2.4GHz and IEEE802.11b/g/n.

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Voice-controlled via Alexa

Users can voice control Shenzhen Winky Electronic Technology Co. Ltd’s model WS-D1 Wi-Fi touch light switch through Amazon Alexa. It also pairs with a mobile app. The switch works as an energy-saving timer. Timer settings work even if network connection is shutting down. The product runs on 90 to 250VDC. 1-, 2- and 3-gang versions are available. OEM and ODM orders are accepted.

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