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Ditch Jarring Alarms: Gentle Mornings with SwitchBot
10 Feb
Summary
- Transforms regular blinds into smart ones affordably.
- Opens blinds gently using natural daylight to wake users.
- Bundle with solar panel available for $59.99 in the US.
The SwitchBot Blind Tilt offers an affordable solution for upgrading traditional blinds to smart functionality. This discreet device enables automated opening and closing of horizontal or venetian blinds via a smartphone app, scheduled events, or light triggers.
It provides a gentler alternative to traditional alarms, allowing natural daylight to facilitate a less abrupt awakening. Installation is straightforward, typically completed within five minutes, involving an adhesive mount and a clamp for the blind wand.
The device operates on a rechargeable battery and includes a small solar panel that can be affixed to the window for continuous power. This solar panel also aids in detecting ambient light levels, enabling automatic blind opening at sunrise.
While the Blind Tilt is effective and user-friendly, it requires blinds with a wand and produces a slight motor noise. For those seeking a cost-effective smart home enhancement, the Blind Tilt and solar panel bundle is currently priced at $59.99 in the US and £60.19 in the UK.
