Aqara Magic Cube is a smart device created by Aqara, a smart home technology company. It is designed to bring a touch of magic to home automation by allowing users to control various smart devices and scenes with simple gestures. The Aqara Magic Cube features a unique six-sided design, with each face representing a different function. The cube is equipped with an accelerometer and gyroscope, which detect the orientation and movement of the cube. This enables users to control their smart home devices by rotating, tapping, and flipping the cube in different ways. The cube is compatible with Aqara's smart home ecosystem, which includes products such as wireless switches, smart lights, door and window sensors, and more.
Based on the Zigbee 3.0 protocol which allows faster response, higher reliability, better compatibility and improved energy efficiency, the Cube T1 Pro has a battery life of up to 2 years. It also supports OTA updates, which means that new features and fixes can be added to the new cube after the its initial release.
For example, flipping it to Side 3 and rotating the cube to adjust the open percentage of the curtains, and flipping it to Side 4 and rotating to dim the Aqara lights 3. North American customers will enjoy the offer with the promo code NACUBET1 in the US and Canada, while European customers will enjoy it using the promo code CBT1PROEU in France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the UK.
The cube is compatible with Aqara's smart home ecosystem, which includes products such as wireless switches, smart lights, door and window sensors, and more. Users can assign different functions to each face of the cube through the Aqara Home app. For example, rotating the cube clockwise might turn on the lights, while flipping it upside down could activate a predefined scene.
Cube T1 Pro
Thanks to the new Scene Mode, the Cube T1 Pro now can be used as a HomeKit controller. Moreover, it also supports Alexa, IFTTT and other ecosystems*.
Side & Action Control for Scene Mode
With dice-like indicators, you are able to use 6 sides to control different scenes or devices. Rotating, shaking, holding or triggering after one-minute inactivity will create more possibilities.
Action Mode from the Classic Cube
Alternatively, you can switch the T1 Pro to the Action Mode. Push, shake, rotate, tap twice, flip 180°, flip 90° and trigger after one-minute to enjoy more fun while retaining other benefits.
Future-Proofing via OTA*
The Cube now supports OTA updates, which means that new features and fixes can be added after the release of the product.
Up to 2-Year Battery Life
The ultra-low energy consumption will make it more environmentally friendly and let you forget about charging the batteries for years.
Rotate to Control
You can adjust the brightness or the temperature of other Aqara lights** or curtain opening percentage by rotating the cube: everything is configurable in the Aqara Home app.
* An Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub is required.
** Compatible Aqara lights are required.
One of the key features of the Aqara Magic Cube is its ability to trigger complex automation sequences called "magic scenes." By combining multiple gestures and rotations of the cube, users can create customized automation scenarios. For instance, a clockwise rotation followed by a double-tap could turn on the TV, dim the lights, and close the curtains all at once. In addition to its smart home control capabilities, the Aqara Magic Cube also serves as a decorative object. Its minimalist design and smooth edges make it an aesthetically pleasing addition to any room. Overall, the Aqara Magic Cube offers a unique and intuitive way of interacting with smart home devices and scenes. With its range of gestures and customizable functions, it brings a touch of magic to home automation..
Reviews for "Aqara Magic Cube: The Gateway to a Smarter Living Environment"
1. Jane Doe - 2/5 - I was really disappointed with the Aqara magic chbe. The setup process was a nightmare and I couldn't get it to connect properly with my devices. The app also constantly crashed and had a lot of bugs. The magic chbe itself didn't live up to the hype either. The voice recognition was spotty and it often misunderstood my commands. Overall, I found it to be a frustrating experience and not worth the price.
2. John Smith - 1/5 - I regret buying the Aqara magic chbe. It was difficult to set up and the instructions provided were not clear. I also found the voice recognition to be extremely poor. It frequently failed to understand my commands and I had to repeat myself multiple times. The smart home integration was also severely lacking. I expected more from this product, especially considering its price point. I would not recommend the Aqara magic chbe to others.
3. Sarah Johnson - 2/5 - The Aqara magic chbe was a letdown for me. The device itself feels cheaply made and not very durable. The voice recognition works okay when it wants to, but I found it to be inconsistent. Sometimes it would pick up my commands perfectly, but other times it wouldn't respond at all. The lack of smart home integrations was also disappointing. Overall, I think there are better options available on the market and I wouldn't recommend the Aqara magic chbe.