Retrofitted Device Turns Ordinary Blinds Into Voice-Activated Ones

Imagine a world where your blinds respond to your voice or a simple tap of a button on your phone. With the Arpobot Smart Shade, that vision becomes a reality, transforming your standard blinds into smart, voice-activated window coverings.

This device is compatible with various chain-operated blinds and shades, eliminating the need for additional hubs or separate applications. It integrates with popular voice-controlled platforms such as Alexa, Google Home, and Siri, as well as your smart home software. Here, you can control the maximum and minimum limits of how far to raise your blinds. 

Image via Arpobot Smart Shade

The Arpobot Smart Shade has a simple design that easily attaches to your windowsill and blends in with your interior decor. It comes in marble, wood, or plain white finishes, allowing you to choose the decorative fascia that suits your style.

Despite its sleek appearance, the Arpobot Smart Shade is equipped with an IoT-powered motor that can operate various types, including horizontal blinds, roller, roman, and cellular shades.

Image via Arpobot Smart Shade/Kickstarter

Setting up the Arpobot Smart Shade requires no extra tools or structural changes. The device is powered by a removable 4,000 mAh battery, which you can use as a power bank for your phone as well.

The Arpobot Smart Shade is available at US$95 on Kickstarter, which covers a single Arpobot unit and one removable battery. Worldwide shipping for the Arpobot Smart Shade is slated to commence in December 2023.

[via Yanko Design and Trend Hunter, images via Arpobot Smart Shade/Kickstarter]