INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Lenovo got its hands in basically everything else at this point, so why not extend that reach into smart home devices Today at IFA, the
company announced the upcoming release of smart lightbulb, plug and connected security camera, all tied together by the company new Link app
The play here is pretty clear, honestly
The company recently released the first (and best looking) Google Smart Display last month, and now it looking to provide even more of that
connected smart home tissue
You&ve already got a Lenovo product in your home, so why not go all in, right
After all, fragmentation has been an issue with smart home
The idea of a different app for every single new device in the home is a bit of a headache, though the likes of Apple, Amazon and Google are
all working to close the loop with their own solutions.
Lenovo trying to circumvent that a bit here with Link, while providing users ''the
ultimate starter pack for a smart home,& which can be be controlled with Alexa or through Google Assistant, if you&ve got the new Smart
There probably something to the sentiment of lowering the barrier of entry for users, but for most of us, the idea of mixing and matching
across brands, while using a catchall software solution like the Apple Home app is a bit more appealing
Whatever the case, the Smart Plug and Smart Bulb will both be available in November for $30, while the Smart Camera is shipping early next
No word yet on bundles with the Smart Display, though that probably a no brainer
