Aqara Unveils New HomeKit-Compatible Panels, Sensors, and More

Aqara has announced a new lineup of smart home devices at CES 2025, emphasizing tighter integration with Apple HomeKit and the Matter protocol.

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The flagship Panel Hub S1 Plus features a 6.9-inch touchscreen and dual-band Wi-Fi, enabling centralized management of up to two wired light fixtures. As a Zigbee hub and Matter bridge, the device simplifies the integration of Aqara's Zigbee accessories with ‌HomeKit‌ and third-party Matter-compatible devices. The panel also supports real-time camera streaming, including footage from Aqara's doorbells.

The new Touchscreen Dial V1 builds upon the Panel Hub S1 Plus's capabilities by introducing a rotary dial and a smaller 1.32-inch round display. It allows for granular control of both wired lights and connected smart devices while maintaining compatibility with Apple ‌HomeKit‌ and Thread.

The Doorbell Camera Hub G410 introduces several notable upgrades, including a 2K resolution sensor for sharper video, a 176-degree field of view, and built-in mmWave presence detection to reduce false alerts. It supports dual-band Wi-Fi, Thread, and HomeKit Secure Video, as well as options for secure storage via iCloud, local microSD, or NAS. It supports both battery-powered and wired setups.

The Presence Multisensor FP300 combines PIR, ambient sensing, and mmWave technology to accurately detect human presence while monitoring light, temperature, and humidity. Similarly, the Climate Sensor W100 provides precise monitoring of temperature and humidity, with an e-ink display for secondary data and additional buttons for smart device control. Both sensors support Thread and Matter.

The company also introduced the Light Switch H2 and the Dimmer Switch H2 with Thread and Zigbee support. They are designed to accommodate a wider range of home wiring configurations, including setups without a neutral wire. Thread compatibility ensures faster response times and more reliable connectivity, particularly in ‌HomeKit‌ environments where Thread is already widely utilized.

The first wave of products, including the Panel Hub S1 Plus (EU version) and Touchscreen Dial V1 (EU version), are set to launch this month, with additional models and U.S. versions rolling out throughout 2025.

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Jason2000 Avatar
10 months ago

The Internet of Things is becoming increasingly chaotic and unreliable IMO. I had hoped that Matter and HomeKit would rectify this situation, but unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case. Manufacturers aren’t communicating effectively, and we’re burdened with an excessive number of apps, hubs and confusing "standards". The only system I’ve found to be reliable in my home is Philips Hue. I’ve tried connecting various smart objects from Aqara, Eve, Eufy, and Nanoleaf, but I’ve gradually lost interest.
You need a real home automation hub such as Habitat, Home Assistant or Homey Pro. These will tie everything together with proper routine/automations. And of course they all allow you to share your devices with HomeKit so you can use Siri (Alexa/Google Assistant) to control them via voice.
Score: 8 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Slix Avatar
10 months ago
Love to see more Matter and Thread HomeKit things coming. I have the 1st generation doorbell from Aqara and it's really good already. I wish we knew prices for these upcoming products to know if it's worth waiting, or trying to get the current ones on sale or something.
Score: 6 Votes (Like | Disagree)
centauratlas Avatar
10 months ago

So a tablet to turn your lights on and off :p
And to only control "up to two wired light". Not 20 or 200, but 2. That seems kind of odd unless I am misunderstanding something.
Score: 5 Votes (Like | Disagree)
WarmWinterHat Avatar
10 months ago

I’m happy for people who want or need this. As for me (and as I have posted before), the Internet of Things isn’t a thing in my house.
These look pretty nice, but I agree. I got mad at the Amazon system about a year ago and in a single point of rage tore out all my smart home stuff and posted it on marketplace that afternoon. My wife didn't even notice it was gone, nor did the kids.

I'll try a smart home again in five years or so.
Score: 4 Votes (Like | Disagree)
Belisama Avatar
10 months ago
The Internet of Things is becoming increasingly chaotic and unreliable IMO. I had hoped that Matter and HomeKit would rectify this situation, but unfortunately, that hasn’t been the case. Manufacturers aren’t communicating effectively, and we’re burdened with an excessive number of apps, hubs and confusing "standards". The only system I’ve found to be reliable in my home is Philips Hue. I’ve tried connecting various smart objects from Aqara, Eve, Eufy, and Nanoleaf, but I’ve gradually lost interest.
Score: 3 Votes (Like | Disagree)
ChrisA Avatar
10 months ago

Maybe I'm misunderstanding something but managing up to TWO light figures seems kinds underwhelming?
I think the wording was poor. I think they mean that there are two physical relay contacts that can open or close two AC circuits.
Score: 2 Votes (Like | Disagree)