Artcoustic is thrilled to introduce the Sub Ci4-5, a discreet audio powerhouse designed to deliver powerful bass without sacrificing valuable space. This innovative subwoofer features four 5 ¼” long-throw woofers paired with Artcoustic’s proprietary sealed cabinet technology, ensuring astonishing bass response that effortlessly handles even the most demanding low-frequency signals with exceptional accuracy and strength.

The Sub Ci4-5 is ideal for installations where aesthetics and space are paramount. Its compact design allows for versatile placement options, including under sofas or furniture, behind or mounted on construction beams, and low along the floor line, making it a perfect fit for any environment.

More than just a subwoofer, the Sub Ci4-5 enhances your audio experience with its impressive four-driver configuration and high-power handling capabilities. It minimizes distortion while providing precise low-frequency reproduction, ensuring a rich sound that seamlessly integrates into your space. Experience the power of discreet audio with the Sub Ci4-5, where exceptional performance meets subtle design.

Tech Specification:

• Operating Range: 40 Hz (-3 dB) to 400 Hz
• Sensitivity: 90 dB
• Maximum Power Handling 2 hours of 6 dB crest factor pink noise, 200 Watt RMS (AES Standard)
• Impedance: 8 ohms nominal
• Average Peak SPL: 110 dB
• Weight: 10 kg
• Dimensions: H: 143 W: 1000 D: 117 mm
• Cabinet
• Indoor: Black, White, Optional RAL/NCS
• Outdoor: IP62 standard colour NCS S 2500-N. Optional IP62 RAL/NCS.

https://www.artcoustic.com

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SmartNode, India’s leading home automation brand, has launched two new luxury keypads designed to elevate your home experience beyond mere convenience. Presenting the HomeTune and HomeVibe keypads, crafted to blend seamlessly with your interior decor while providing unmatched functionality.

HomeTune: Designed for Modern Living

Key Features:

• 12 Scene Support: Customize up to 12 different scenes to suit your lifestyle.
• Light Dimming & Tuning: Easily adjust lighting with long-press functionality.
• Short-press & Long-press Customization: Tailor each button to perform different actions.
• Customized Icons: Personalize the keypad with icons that fit your needs.
• Wireless Functionality: Can be used as a wireless switch for added convenience.
• Elegant Button Press Feel: Enjoy a premium tactile experience.
• Aesthetic Integration: Designed to blend effortlessly with your interior decor.

HomeVibe: A Fusion of Luxury and Simplicity

Key Features:

• 8 Scene Support: Set up to 8 scenes for a streamlined home experience.
• Luxury Metallic Body: Adds a touch of sophistication to any room.
• Light Dimming & Tuning: Conveniently adjust lighting with long-press.
• Short-press & Long-press Customization: Versatile control for each button.
• Wireless Functionality: Can be used as a wireless switch for added convenience.
• Enhanced Home Aesthetics: Introduces a dynamic new look to your home.

Both the HomeTune and HomeVibe keypads are designed to offer intuitive control over your smart home environment, making everyday interactions more enjoyable and personalized. SmartNode’s commitment to innovation and quality ensures that these keypads not only meet but exceed your expectations.

Experience the perfect blend of luxury, functionality, and design with SmartNode’s new scene keypads.

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BenQ is a leading player in the projector market, known for its commitment to high-quality products and innovative solutions. The company has been at the forefront of integrating eco-friendly technologies in its Projectors, focusing on both LED and laser light sources. The latest advancements in projector technology have brought about the rise of solid-state illuminance (SSI) light sources, such as LEDs and Lasers, alongside conventional Lamp-based Projectors.

BenQ’s Approach to SSI Projector Technologies

1. LED Technology

BenQ’s LED Projectors incorporate several eco-friendly features such a BenQ’s Smart Eco technology, which adjusts the brightness of the projector to match the content being displayed, reducing energy consumption and extending the life of the LED light source. For instance, W4000i is a 4LED(RGBB) Projector which relies on individual lights to produce each primary color- delivering higher color saturation and greater precision up to 100% DCI – P3.  With W4000i projector’s efficient 4LED light source, you can save power, time and costs. It powers on in just 8 seconds, eliminating any delay.  

Advantages of LED Technology:

• Long Lifespan: LED light sources have a lifespan of up to 30,000 hours, significantly longer than traditional incandescent or halogen lamps.
• Reduced Power Consumption: Compared to traditional lamp-based Projectors, LED Projectors consume less power and are highly efficient, contributing to lower electricity bills and a reduced carbon footprint.
• Immediate Start and Instant Off: LED Projectors reach full brightness almost instantly and can be turned off without waiting for a cool-down period.
• Durability: LEDs are solid-state components and are therefore more resistant to physical shocks and vibrations.

2. Laser Technology

BenQ’s Laser Projectors are designed with advanced features for sustainability and high performance. For instance, The BenQ Flagship Home-Cinema Projector W5800 exemplifies sustainability with its laser light source, offering up to 25,000 hours of performance. Its energy-efficient technology ensures high brightness and superior colour accuracy, delivering stunning visuals.

Advantages of Laser Technology:

• High Brightness and Colour Accuracy: Laser Projectors can achieve very high brightness levels and offer superior colour accuracy due to the precision of laser light.
• Extended Lifespan: Laser light sources typically last up to 25,000 hours, providing a long-term solution compared to traditional lamps.
• Energy Efficiency: Laser Projectors are more energy-efficient than traditional lamp-based Projectors, consuming less power for the same level of brightness.
• Consistent Performance: Lasers provide consistent brightness and colour over time, unlike lamp-based systems that degrade as they age.

BenQ has established itself as a leader in adopting these sustainable technologies, offering innovative solutions through its diverse range of LED and Laser Projectors. By prioritizing energy efficiency, longevity, BenQ is pioneering the future of eco-friendly projection technology.

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High-end loudspeaker manufacturer KEF launched the updated Q Series, a new line of loudspeakers that features the company’s Metamaterial Absorption Technology (MAT) which is designed to eliminate 99% of unwanted distortion.

According to the U.K.-based audio company, MAT’s “complex maze-like structure” serves as an acoustic black hole that absorbs stray sounds to deliver natural sound.

In addition, the speakers feature the company’s 12th-generation Uni-Q driver array, which has been redesigned to maximize the quality of the output.  Some models have been upgraded to a 3-way speaker design. The Q11 Meta, Q7 Meta, Q Concerto Meta, and Q6 Meta now feature dedicated bass drivers designed to deliver deep, clean bass and allow Uni-Q to focus solely on high and midrange frequencies.

The Q Series comes in a range of form factors, including bookshelf speakers, floor-standing speakers, on-wall speakers and home cinema speakers.

According to the company, the Q Concerto Meta is the first 3-way bookshelf speaker in the series and revives the classic KEF Concerto of 1968. KEF also introduced two new floor-standing models, the Q11 Meta and Q7 Meta.

Meanwhile, the Q4 Meta is an on-wall speaker that can be used in an LCR configuration for surround sound. Similarly, the Q6 Meta is a 3-way center speaker that can be used in an LCR configuration in a home cinema setup. The Q8 Meta can be placed on any other main speaker to bounce sound off the ceiling for Dolby Atmos surround sound, according to KEF.

KEF says the new comprehensive Q Series lineup can fit any room size, budget or application, and colour-matching grilles are included.

For More Information: https://ca.kef.com

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The Hindware Ornate Duo 90cm Chimney redefines kitchen aesthetics while offering top-tier performance with its powerful suction, advanced filtration, and smart features. The Ornate Duo 90cm, a premium island chimney from Hindware Smart Appliances, features a sleek, dual cylindrical design with a radiant finish. Combined with its ceiling-mounted installation, it creates a sophisticated and modern aesthetic.

With a powerful suction capacity of 1000 m³/hr + 1000 m³/hr, the chimney effectively removes smoke and odors, ensuring a clean and comfortable cooking environment. Its advanced filtration system, which includes a charcoal filter for re-circulation and an aluminum filter, guarantees clean air at all times.

Beyond its functionality and performance, the Ornate Duo offers a range of smart features for added convenience. Its dual illuminating LED lights with adjustable intensity provide optimal lighting for your cooking needs. Equipped with smart technology, including motion sensor control, a smart LED knob, and remote-control functionality, this chimney offers unparalleled convenience. The versatile speed settings allow you to customize the chimney’s performance to match your cooking requirements.

The Hindware Ornate Duo 90cm offers a comprehensive 2-year warranty on the product and a 10-year warranty on its powerful motor.

https://www.hindwarehomes.com/

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Havells Studio Unveils Meditate Air Purifier Range with Revolutionary SpaceTech Technology Powered by the international space station inspired Advanced SpaceTech Technology Equipped with smart features, seamlessly integrating into any living space.  

The Studio Meditate AP400 and AP250 air purifiers are built on the success of the previously launched Studio Meditate Air Purifier, which was praised for its SpaceTech technology, these new models introduce advanced features and enhanced performance, making them the ultimate solution for air purification.

With innovation and cutting-edge technology at its core, the Havells Studio Meditate Air Purifiers offers a host of advanced features designed to ensure optimal air quality and enhance the living experience. Below is an exploration of the key elements that make this air purifier a revolutionary addition to any home.

Revolutionary SpaceTech Air Purification Technology At the core of the Havells Studio Meditate is the revolutionary SpaceTech Air Purification technology. Inspired by the technology used on the International Space Station, this system purifies air at a molecular level through photo-catalytic oxidation. In this process, air is passed through channels coated with titanium dioxide and exposed to UV-AC and UV-A light, effectively eliminating microscopic impurities such as dust, bacteria, and fungal spores.

The Havells Studio Meditate addresses a broader spectrum of indoor air pollution beyond just filtering particulate matter like PM2.5. It tackles volatile organic compounds (VOCs), dust, dirt, and aerosol particles released by everyday household activities such as cooking, cleaning, and even from furniture and carpets.

Pure Air All-Year-Round

Understanding that air pollution is a year-round concern, the Havells Studio Meditate ensures deeply cleansed indoor air every day. It effectively combats pollution from various sources, including paint odors, formaldehyde emissions, pet hair and dander, and kitchen fumes, making it an indispensable appliance for maintaining a healthy home environment.

Innovative Features and Smart Interaction

The Havells Studio Meditate is equipped with Air Quality Indicator (AQI). The AQI Indicator automatically monitors the air quality in the vicinity and adjusts the purifier’s fan speed to maintain optimal air quality. It operates in three modes:

Active Mode: Functions as a remote and air quality indicator, displaying AQI and controlling the purifier.

Sleep Mode: Displays AQI using an LED indicator with the display off to conserve battery.

Explore Mode: It allows users to check the AQI in different areas of their home and displays air quality without controlling the purifier.

Adding to this, Deepak Bansal, SBU Head – Electric Consumer Durables, Havells India, remarked, “The Havells Studio Meditate Air Purifier represents the next generation of air purification technology at Havells. This technology is designed to go beyond just capturing visible particles; it actively targets and neutralizes microscopic impurities, such as bacteria, viruses, and volatile organic compounds, that are often overlooked. Our goal was to create a purifier that not only meets but exceeds the expectations of today’s consumers. The Havells Studio Meditate is engineered to perform consistently in diverse environments, making it an essential addition to any home, especially in an era where indoor air quality is increasingly important for health and well-being.”

Speaking at the launch, Parag Bhatnagar, President Sales, Havells India, said “At Havells, innovation is at the core of everything we do. We consistently strive to develop products that not only meet the evolving needs of our customers but also enhance their overall quality of life. The Havells Studio Meditate Air Purifier is a testament to this commitment. By integrating advanced SpaceTech Air Purification technology, we are taking a significant step forward in our mission to provide Indian households with reliable solutions that improve everyday living. This product embodies our brand’s dedication to delivering quality and innovation while addressing the growing concern for healthier indoor environments.”

Additionally, the Havells Studio Meditate is the first IoT-enabled air purifier in its category, featuring wireless charging capability, allowing users to recharge their phones while purifying the air. Its 360-degree air suction, filtration, and circulation system, combined with a CADR of 400m²/h in AP400 & CADR of 250 m²/h in AP250 ensures superior air purification performance.

www. havells.com

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Hisense, a global leader in home appliances and consumer electronics, unveiled its innovative smart home solutions at IFA 2024. Based on the theme “The Scenario-driven Future of Tech,” Hisense showcased its latest smart home appliances and the ConnectLife app, designed to seamlessly connect appliances and real-life scenarios to redefine how users interact with their homes.

Focused on enhancing the user experience, Hisense’s booth at IFA 2024 brings to life three smart scenarios and products that aim to make the future of smart living more intuitive and accessible: Smart Laundry, Smart Kitchen, and Smart Air Care.

Each experience is developed through Hisense’s scenario-driven research and development approach that prioritizes real user needs:

Smart Laundry simplifies garment care with automated adjusting and remote monitoring. The Smart Kitchen streamlines cooking with connected appliances that personalize meal prep. The Smart Air Care ensures a healthier living environment by intelligently adjusting air quality.

To bring smart living scenarios to life, Hisense has introduced a range of innovative products that integrate seamlessly with the ConnectLife app.

The Hisense Refrigerator PureFlat Smart Series exemplifies the premium smart kitchen experience enabled by ConnectLife. Equipped with a 21-inch TFT touchscreen, this refrigerator offers a wealth of features. The AI Recipe feature leverages food inventory tracking to suggest personalized recipes based on available ingredients and their expiration dates. Serving as a home appliance control center, the ConnectLife Hub refrigerator allows you to adjust temperature settings remotely through the ConnectLife app. Additionally, its AI Eco feature enables you to activate energy-saving mode on your device with a simple touch. With a dual-tech cooling system, a My Fresh Choice compartment, and an on-door ice and water dispenser, this refrigerator delivers efficient temperature control, flexible storage options, and convenient access to cold beverages.

The Hisense Series 7i washing machines offer a superior laundry experience with a suite of smart features. The iPlay Intelligent Display provides a user-friendly interface, while the iJet three-channel spray system ensures a thorough wash. The compact iFit feature allows for easy integration into cabinets, optimizing space. AI-powered capabilities enhance performance with AI Super Wash, which intelligently adjusts washing parameters based on load weight, material type, water level, hardness, and turbidity. The AI Super Dry program in the Series 7i tumble dryer delivers precise drying with a 3D Humidity Sensor for accurate moisture detection.

The Hisense’s Hi8 Series Oven offers a range of cooking functions, including air-frying, fast preheating, and pizza mode. Its large capacity and cool-touch doors make it easy to cook with and also clean. The VisonPlus Screen provides a user-friendly interface for exploring cooking programs and settings. Cleaning is made simple with features including Steam Clean Pro, Pyrolytic Self Clean, and Removable Door&Glass. The Hisense Hi 9 Series Oven is a premium model that offers advanced features such as AI-powered InCamera Technology for intelligent baking, Auto Door Opening & Auto Lock. Its larger TFT screen provides a user-friendly interface for exploring over 140 pre-programmed recipes and cooking settings. With ConnectLife integration, the Hi 9 delivers a convenient and efficient cooking experience.

Hisense Energy Pro X air conditioners offer efficient cooling and heating with advanced, energy-saving features. The AI Smart Airflow adjusts airflow direction based on your position and needs, ensuring optimal comfort. HI-NANO technology enhances air quality by releasing high-concentration ions to eliminate 92.6% of H1N1, 88.54% of E. coli, and 60.07% of PM2.5 in two hours. The TMS Control System intelligently adjusts temperature and humidity by analyzing various indoor conditions, providing a tailored and comfortable environment.

For More Information: global.hisense.com

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Sonos is delivering a new choice for integrators with Era 100 Pro, the company’s first solution specifically engineered for professional installation. The speaker utilises Power over Ethernet (optimised for PoE+) and produces premium sound, with Era 100 Pro Surface Mount offering versatile, scalable installation options. Sonos is also introducing zones, a new software feature that will make bonding and controlling multiple speakers easier and more customisable for larger spaces. 

Era 100 Pro and Era 100 Pro Surface Mount will be exclusively sold through select Sonos partners specialising in professional installation, and will be available in pairs starting in early 2025. Zones will be available via a software update on iOS and Android on the Sonos app at the same time.

Era 100 Pro, Built for Professional Installation

With the rich sound, elegant design, and versatile control that Sonos is known for, Era 100 Pro has been specifically designed to provide a complete, end to end solution for professional installation.

Power over Ethernet: With one single cable that delivers both power and data, Era 100 Pro simplifies the installation process by eliminating the cost and complexities of having to install AC mains at each speaker location, allowing more unique configurations in various locations. Era 100 Pro is optimised for PoE+ but can also be used with standard PoE. With Power over Ethernet, business owners can utilise wired-first networking for enhanced reliability, speed and performance, while also seamlessly integrating into an existing network setup.

Customisable with zones: Introduced alongside Era 100 Pro, zones offers an easier and more customisable way to orchestrate and control larger scale installations. Users can bond speakers together into a predictable, unified entity, providing a more permanent bonding experience that stays consistent throughout use.

Versatile Surface Mount (sold separately in pairs): Era 100 Pro Surface Mount boasts 30° pan and tilt ranges and 360° rotation, enabling installation in any orientation. Its indexed ball joint allows installers to achieve repeatable angles with precision, enabling fast deployment when mounting multiple speakers, while also ensuring the speakers won’t sag over time. Able to affix to virtually any surface, the mount can also accommodate hidden or exposed cabling, and has a locking base plate for theft deterrence.

Safety enhancements: Era 100 Pro has a built-in threaded insert and optional eyebolt that provides a secondary safety attachment point should building codes require it, helping the speaker withstand seismic events and avoid accidental damage. The hook receptacle increases stability when paired with the Surface Mount in non-portrait orientations.

Premium sound: Leveraging the same acoustic architecture as Era 100, Era 100 Pro provides high-quality sound and impressive low-frequency performance, unique within the PoE speaker category. With two 0.63 in / 16 mm silk angled high-frequency drivers and a 3.5 x 4.4 in / 90.8 x 111.9 mm carbon filled-polypropylene low-frequency driver, the speaker delivers rich sound across a wide 240° horizontal dispersion, giving broad coverage from a compact profile.

 New Search API for Compatibility with Third-Party Control Systems

Extended functionality and control: This upgrade simplifies navigation and accelerates access to preferred content from compatible music service partners across partner touch screens, with support for search, favourites, playlists, and recently played.

Soundtrack every scene: Via the existing control API, Sonos music can be synchronised with lights, shading and more to deliver a more cohesive, immersive experience that complements end-users lifestyles. These scenes can be applied across all interfaces of a supporting control system, extending the ability to stream Sonos music throughout the entire home.

https://www.sonos.com

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Dirac and Klipsch Team Up to Equip New Klipsch Flexus Core 300 Soundbar with Dirac Live. The collaboration between the two prestige audio pioneers marks Dirac’s entry into the soundbar market, after years of dominating the high-end AV receiver, controller, streamer, and loudspeaker markets. 

Swedish digital audio pioneer announced its debut into the soundbar market through its collaboration with leading tech-driven audio company Klipsch. Recently, Klipsch unveiled its all-new Klipsch Flexus Core 300 soundbar which includes Dirac’s award-winning Dirac Live Room Correction technology. 

This soundbar market debut reinforces Dirac’s position as the industry’s leading provider of digital room correction technologies for the home audio market – across all product categories, price points, and listening applications. 

“Today’s definition of a listening space has expanded from a dedicated home theater to any room in the house – living rooms, basements, home offices, and more – which has created new challenges in terms of high-fidelity audio reproduction,” said Fredric Tapper, Dirac’s VP of Home & Pro Audio. “This soundbar collaboration with Klipsch resolves these challenges by delivering high-fidelity audio across any room, or any listening space, irrespective of the room’s dimensions or complexities. Premium audio is for the many, not just the few, and our debut into the soundbar market underscores our commitment to democratizing high-fidelity audio across listening spaces and product categories.” 
 
Featuring Dirac’s award-winning Dirac Live Room Correction solution, the Klipsch Flexus Core 300 delivers the full 5.1.2 Dolby Atmos experience from one discrete box – and does so with 4 x 2.25” front-firing drivers, 4 x 4” high-output woofers, and 1 x 0.75” horn-loaded tweeter for front surround and center speaker channels.  

The soundbar also features 2 x 2.25” up-firing discrete full-range drivers for the rear surround channel sound – and supports Airplay 2, Spotify, and Chromecast Streaming services. 

Powered by patented technologies, Dirac Live is the market-leading room correction solution, automatically addressing common acoustic challenges that all home audio systems have, but hardware alone can’t address – or takes too much time, expertise, or cost to do so. The availability of Dirac Live is, in turn, helping to democratize access to premium audio across any listening space irrespective of room complexities. 

The software is unique in that it corrects for both the magnitude and phase of the entire sound system, including the room itself – resulting in more transparent, balanced sound, tighter bass, improved staging, and enhanced clarity. 

With listening habits changing, and rooms in every home now functioning as listening spaces – for music, movies, TV, gaming, and podcasts – room acoustics is more of a challenge than ever before. Dirac Live helps manufacturers to address these challenges by delivering enhanced audio experiences for every type of sound system – now including soundbars.  

 “Our long-standing collaboration with Dirac continues to push the boundaries of innovation with category-defining products like the Flexus Core 300,” said Paul Jacobs, CEO of Klipsch. “Dirac shares our belief in prioritizing exceptional performance and extraordinary value in equal measure. Today, we set the benchmark once again for premium audio.” 

https://www.dirac.com

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Smart home retrofitting and automation company SwitchBot has unveiled its new Universal Remote. The SwitchBot Universal Remote offers support for Matter when used with the SwitchBot Hub 2 or Hub Mini Matter Enabled, allowing for more ways to consumers to control their homes.

The new Universal Remote supports a wide range of IR devices, including TVs, air conditioners, lights, fans, DVD players, and projectors. Its infrared code library, updated every six months, supports up to 83,934 remote control models. Integration with other SwitchBot devices includes the Bot, Plug Mini, Curtain, and Ceiling Light, as well as Apple TV and Fire TV. With its Matter support, the SwitchBot Universal Remote can control any range of smart home devices that also support the Matter protocol.

Key Features:

Extensive Device Control: Aside from SwitchBot devices, the SwitchBot Universal Remote can also control an extensive range of infrared products, as well as Apple TV, and Fire TV.

Customizable Scenes: Create scenes with one click to control multiple devices all at once with either SwitchBot Hub 2, Hub Mini, or Hub Mini Matter Enabled.

Matter Supported: Used with SwitchBot Hub 2 or Hub Mini Matter Enabled, the SwitchBot Universal Remote offers even smoother smart home integration.

User-Friendly Design: Featuring a 2.4-inch LCD screen, Touch Wheel dial, big buttons, and compact size.

Long-Lasting Durability: With a 2000mAh battery, the Universal Remote can last for up to 150 days on a single charge.

Offline Control: Control infrared appliances and SwitchBot Bluetooth devices even without an internet connection, ensuring that your smart home remains functional regardless of network status.

www.switch-bot.com

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