Xiaomi need no introduction, relatively new, but got a quite good market share around the globe in phone market due to their innovative design with very competitive prices as compare to other giant market holders.
Therefore this Chinese company after getting huge success in such short period of time motivated them to capture other markets that has potential and still in growth phase.
To get in the market as fast as it can, they partnership with Aqara which is already manufacturing, designing and selling for the last 6 to 7 years and quite a large number of offices throughout in china.
Recently they launched officially in EU and UK of their products which includes Hub, Sensors and controllers, As far as Xiaomi smart home tech quality and reliability, according to number of reviews and feedback, they are quite competitive and reliable products.
However some experts view that, they are newly entrants in the market and require more time into the market in order to fully understand their product quality, functionality and reliability.
Xiaomi Aqara Line of Products:
- Aqara Hub
- Motion sensor
- Temperature and Humidity sensor
- Door and window sensor
- Water Leak sensor
- Vibration sensor
- Remote controller Switch
- Wireless Mini Switch
- Cube
- Led Light Bulb
A little description of each product would enable you to understand their capabilities, functions and reliability before perusing for searching for full details.
- All Product of Aqara Works with Apple Homekit and Mijia.
- HomeKit-enabled accessory automatically and away from home requires an Apple TV with TV IOS 10.2 or later or an iPad with iOS 11.0 or later or a Home Pod set up as a home hub.
- All Gadget below require Aqara Hub to work.
Xiaomi Aqara Hub
- Simply add Aqara hub and its accessories via Mi Home app, and they will automatically sync to the Apple Home app. You can control.
- Aqara accessories anywhere anytime via Apple Home or Mi Home.
- Aqara Hub is a control center for an entire smart home. Connecting via Zigbee protocol, Aqara accessories can still work smoothly even if your home network is unstable or disconnected.
- You can control Aqara accessories with Siri on your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch or HomePod.
- Along with Other Aqara Smart Accessories to Create Various Scenes out of Your Unlimited Imagination.
- With a press of the Wireless Mini Switch, the Hub plays your preferred ringtone.
- With the Door and Window Sensor, you can turn on alarm mode when you leave the house or when you are asleep. If a door or window is opened, the Hub will sound an alarm and send a notification to your phone.
- With the Wireless Remote Switch, set your own night mode and turn off all the lights with a click of the button.
- Link the Smart Plug with a humidifier to improve indoor humidity.
- With the Water Leak Sensor, when a leak is detected, the Hub will sound an alarm and send a notification to your phone.
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Price:
£45
Xiaomi Aqara Motion Sensor
- No tools required for installation. With a sensor stand and sticker, you can set the motion sensor wherever you want. The stand can make a 360 rotation and you can easily adjust the detection angle.
- Motion Sensor works with other HomeKit-enabled accessories in Apple Home app, and it also works with other smart accessories in Mi Home app to make your life easier.
- With the Motion Sensor, you can turn on alarm mode when you leave the house. If motion is detected, the Hub will sound an alarm and send a notification to your phone.
- When motion is detected in the evening, the Hub light automatically turns on.
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Xiaomi Temperature and Humidity Sensor
- Automatically Adjusts Indoor Humidity Level When Used with a Smart Plug and Humidifier
- Wireless with 2 year battery backup.
- Automatically Set Indoor Temperature and Humidity to the Right Level with an Air Conditioning Controller
Related: Elgato Eve Weather
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Xiaomi Door and Window Sensor
- For an added peace of mind, install the Aqara Door and Window Sensor so you will never have to worry about the status of your doors and windows.
- When you open the door in the evening, the Aqara Door and Window Sensor will send a signal to the Aqara Wall Switch to turn on the lights. No matter how late you get home, the lights will automatically turn on.
- With the Door and Window Sensor, you can turn on alarm mode when you leave the house or when you are asleep. If a door or window is opened, the Hub will sound an alarm and send a notification to your phone.
Related: Wireless Home Alarm Systems
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Xiaomi Water Leak Sensor
- Aqara Water Leak Sensor meets IP67 dustproof and waterproof rating, It is guaranteed to work in humid and dusty environments.
- Aqara Water Leak Sensor can be placed anywhere according to your needs, guarding your home with its elegant design.
- After detecting a leak, the Aqara Water Leak Sensor triggers the Aqara Smart Plug to turn off the solenoid water valve instantly.
- When the water level reaches up to 0.5mm, the Water Leak Sensor will trigger the Hub to sound an alarm and send a notification to your phone.
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Xiaomi Vibration Sensor
- Aqara Vibration Sensor can be placed anywhere according to your needs, guarding your home.
- When vibration, tilt or drop is detected, Aqara Vibration Sensor will trigger the Hub to sound an alarm and send a notification to your phone.
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Xiaomi Wireless Remote Switch
- Personalize your smart home and control multiple devices with a single press, double press or long press.
- When you wake up in the morning, press the wireless remote switch to open your curtains automatically and turn on the coffee maker via the smart plug.
- Supports up to 50,000 presses. Adopts V-0 grade flame-retardant PC panel that allows for high temperature resistance.
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Xiaomi Aqara Cube
- Utilizing 6-axis sensor with accelerometer and gyroscope features, the Cube Controller is able to identify motion and position with high precision and accuracy.
- 6 Gestures to Control Your Home (on/off, shake, rotate, tap twice, flip 180°, flip 90°).
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Xiaomi Wireless Mini Switch
- The minimal design allows you to place it anywhere or attach it to a surface with a sticker.
- Wireless Mini Switch can be used as a doorbell when combined with the Aqara Hub. You can also customize the ringtone through the Mi Home App.
- The Wireless Mini Switch can also act as an emergency button at home. When pressed, Aqara Hub will send out a push notification and sound the alarm.
Related: Wi-Fi Controlled Light Switch
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Xiaomi LED Light Bulb
- You can control lights via the app when you are away from home. No need to worry about forgetting to turn off lights. Turn on the ambient light when you are heading back home. Simply tap your phone to turn off all lights at night and enjoy your sound sleep.
- When you open the door in the evening, Door and Window Sensor will be linked to control the Aqara LED bulbs. No matter how late you get home, the light automatically turns on.
- Only works with Mijia.
Related: Intelligent Lighting Systems Home
Price:
£10.99 per bulb
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