When it comes to having lighting controlled as well as other connected home devices, an increasingly common solution is to use a smart switch. But If you don’t want to change the ones you already have at home, another step is to adapt them.
And this is what the modules that are mounted under the switches allow, a type of device of which Sonoff is about to launch a new model. Is he Sonoff MINIR4Ma system that will also arrive offering compatibility with Matter.
Compatible with everything and Matter
Sonoff already has the MINIR4M ready, a built-in module to be placed under switches or sockets wall mount that, thanks to its compact size, can be adapted without too many complications.
The new device is almost identical to the Sonoff MINIR4 that can already be purchased on Amazon, but this time the device stands out because it Arrives with Matter support and HomeKit compatibilityApple’s connected home system.
A device that has among its specifications a striking one, such as the fact that have a separate relay that allows it to be decoupled from the connected load. This means that if a smart lighting system is used and you don’t want to cut the power through the switch, with this system it is possible.
The MINIR4M is compatible, like the previous model, with Amazon Alexa and Google Home and at the same time adds compatibility with Apple HomeKit and thanks to matter with other systems such as Samsung SmartThings. In addition to these systems, the module can be controlled through the eWeLink APP.
Price and availability
The Sonoff MINIR4M will be released at the end of this month and although the price is not yet known, the cost of the model without support for Matter, which is for sale on Amazon for 19.99 euros, can serve as a guide.
2-Way Smart WiFi Switch, SONOFF MINIR4 mini WiFi Smart Switch, APP Control, voice control, Works with Alexa, Google Home Assistant. TUV Certification.
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