Sonoff is a brand that makes smart home devices including smart switches, lights, and other accessories that can be controlled through a mobile app or voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant.
Sonoff was founded in China in 2016.
The brand quickly gained popularity for its affordable smart home products and ease of use.
In 2018, Sonoff was acquired by ITEAD, a leading innovator in smart home and IoT solutions.
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A smart switch that can be controlled through a mobile app or voice assistants. It can be used to control lights, appliances, and other devices.
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Sonoff devices connect to your home Wi-Fi network and can be controlled through a mobile app or voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. They communicate with the app or voice assistant through the cloud server.
Sonoff devices can be used to control lights, switches, plugs, and other appliances. They are typically designed to work with non-smart devices and add smart functionality to them.
Sonoff devices use Wi-Fi to connect to your home network, so their range is limited to the range of your Wi-Fi network. If your Wi-Fi signal doesn't reach a certain room or area, you may need to install a Wi-Fi range extender.
No, Sonoff devices do not currently work with Apple HomeKit. However, they can be controlled through Siri Shortcuts or by using a third-party app like Homebridge.
It is recommended to use the mobile app to set up and control Sonoff devices, but they can also be controlled through voice assistants like Amazon Alexa or Google Assistant. However, some advanced features may require the app to be used.