Samsung Combines Wireless Charging and Smart Home Capabilities in New Device
Samsung recently announced a new product that combines wireless charging and smart home capabilities in one device. The product is called the Samsung Smart Hub, and it is said to work with Qi-compatible devices. It will also double as a matter hub. This new gadget is designed to be easy to set up and use.
Easy to set up
Samsung recently announced the new SmartThings Station, a two-in-one smart home hub that combines wireless charging with a variety of smart home features. The Hub is an easy-to-use gadget that offers a full 15W wireless charging and helps you automate pre-set routines with a tap of a button. It’s also got a QR scanner so you can quickly scan in your other compatible devices and connect them to your SmartThings network.
In addition to the Samsung SmartThings Hub, Samsung also announced the launch of a new line of smart home hardware dubbed Matter. Matter is the new kid on the block and promises compatibility with multiple popular smart home brands. Among the new line’s most exciting features is its fast pairing feature. You can expect similar pairing results to Android smartphones when connecting wireless headphones. This is especially true since Matter uses the Wi-Fi and Thread protocols.
Despite the many cool things that matter, there are only two to three noteworthy devices that actually work. Luckily, the Hub is capable of the aforementioned esoteric mention, notably a built-in “Smart Button” that can be used to ring nearby phones and other devices.
Works with Qi-compatible devices
Qi-compatible devices are a great way to charge your phone on the go. You can even use them in your car or at home. The technology behind this type of charging is safe and efficient. However, there are some things you need to know before using it.
The first thing to understand is that not all phones are compatible with this type of charging. For example, the iPhone 8 doesn’t support Qi. If your device does not have this feature, you can still use wireless charging adapters.
Another thing to keep in mind is that you must place your Qi-compatible device on a pad. This is because some types of inductive chargers are finicky when it comes to proper alignment. It’s important to put your device on a pad with an easy-to-find guide mark.
Another benefit of Qi-compatible devices is that they allow you to place your phone on a stand. Depending on the phone you own, this can help reduce the time it takes to charge it.
Doubles up as a Matter Hub
Samsung’s new Galaxy Note 9 doubles up as a Matter hub and the best part is that you don’t need an expensive docking station to do it. Thanks to a small dongle, you can take your Samsung smartphone on the road and plug it into an external monitor. It’s also the first smartphone to include a Bluetooth-powered S Pen.
Samsung’s latest smart home platform, SmartThings, has some pretty impressive features. In addition to letting you control your home devices from your phone, it also boasts the ability to wirelessly charge your wireless earbuds. You’ll need a Samsung smartphone or tablet to set up SmartThings, but it’s a relatively easy process.
The Note 9 is the first phone to feature the new Bluetooth-powered S Pen, which promises to deliver superior accuracy. In addition to the stylus, the Note 9 comes with a terabyte of memory, a redesigned battery, and the newest version of DeX. To help you get the most out of your new smartphone, Samsung has included a multi-port HDMI adapter.
Launches in black and white
If you’re looking to add a new device to your smart home setup, Samsung’s recently announced SmartThings Station might be exactly what you need. The new smart hub features built-in wireless charging, along with smart home capabilities.
It works as an anchor point for Matter-compatible smart home gadgets, and can also trigger routines for the devices you’ve registered. When you plug it in, the SmartThings Station will be ready to start wrangling your Matter-compatible devices. It’s also compatible with Samsung’s SmartThings Find service, which keeps track of your belongings. You can create three different routines with the smart hub, and trigger them with the SmartThings app.
It’s easy to set up the SmartThings Station, and you can integrate a variety of products into your system. For example, the device can act as an always-at-home scanner, telling you when your connected smart devices leave the house. You can also use it to track the location of items such as wallets and keys.
