The Linxura Smart Controller isn't without a few quirks, but it's a unique way to control your smart home without the need for your smartphone.
My home is overrun with smart gadgets, and the main way I interact with them is through my smartphone. This is usually a robust way to control my gadgets, as my phone is never far from my side — whether I need to toggle my smart lights, adjust my air purifier, or change the thermostat, my smartphone lets me tackle most of these tasks in a matter of seconds. However, having a physical button to perform these actions would certainly be preferred.
Recommended Videos Simple, but tedious setup Syncing smart devices with the Linxura Smart Controller was surprisingly easy. Its e-ink display is crisp and clear, and its outer ring both rotates and clicks — giving you plenty of ways to manage your settings. You’ll link it to your other smart devices in the same way you’d set up automations.
Setting things up is straightforward, but it is incredibly time-consuming. You need to not only sync the Linxura with each app, but then also program each individual action. That can take a lot of time and requires quite a bit of commitment. Once synced, the e-ink screen will let you know what each button does thanks to some useful icons and text, allowing other family members to quickly parse what’ll happen if they press a certain button.
A nice addition to most smart homes Despite a few limitations, the Linxura Smart Controller should be a nice addition to most smart homes. As long as you’re not seeking to turn complex routines into a button press, you’ll find it to be a useful tool to have around. Having a physical button so anyone in the home can quickly change the lights, stop a robot vacuum from running, or adjust the thermostat is incredibly useful.
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