Key Takeaways
1. Xiaomi is launching a crowdfunding project for the Smart Control Screen, which will serve as a hub for managing smart home devices.
2. The device features a 3.83-inch touchscreen and can manage over 5,500 smart home devices, displaying 48 at a time.
3. It offers functionalities like voice commands, remote app control, and the ability to view video feeds from smart cameras.
4. The Smart Control Screen runs on Xiaomi HyperOS, supports dual-band Wi-Fi, and can act as a Xiaomi Mesh 2.0 gateway.
5. Backers in China can secure the device for CNY 369 (~$52) starting November 10th, with a retail price of CNY 399 (~$56); European availability is still uncertain.
Xiaomi is set to launch a crowdfunding project for its latest Smart Control Screen. This device, meant to be mounted on a wall, aims to be the main hub for managing all your smart home gadgets.
Specifications and Features
The Xiaomi Smart Control Screen has a display size of 3.83 inches (~97.3 mm) and comes in either a Space Gray or White frame. As per the product details, it can manage more than 5,500 smart home devices, although only 48 devices can be shown at a time across twelve different screens. Users can interact with the touchscreen to control connected devices like smart lights and robotic vacuums. Additionally, it allows for viewing video feeds from compatible smart cameras. Voice commands and remote app controls are also available for convenience.
Additional Functionalities
Moreover, the Smart Control Screen can show useful information such as the current time, weather updates, and your calendar appointments. It runs on Xiaomi HyperOS and supports dual-band Wi-Fi at 2.4GHz/5GHz. The device can also function as a Xiaomi Mesh 2.0 gateway, which improves connection reliability. The dimensions of the smart screen are 86.0 x 86.0 x 39.4 mm (~3.4 x 3.4 x 1.6 inches).
Pricing and Availability
In China, backers will need to contribute CNY 369 (~$52) to secure the Xiaomi Smart Control Screen through the Youpin crowdfunding initiative starting on November 10th. The listed retail price for this smart home device is CNY 399 (~$56), but it remains uncertain when it will be available for general purchase. It’s also still unknown if or when this product will be introduced in Europe; in countries like Germany, the brand currently offers the older Smart Home Hub 2 (currently priced at €39.99 at Mi Store).
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