KNBOR is a Ceiling Lamp That Also Acts as a Wi-Fi Extender
Joey Haar — October 31, 2016 — Art & Design
References: kickstarter & digitaltrends
The 'KNBOR' is a smart ceiling lamp that can turn any house into a completely connected palace. The overhead light offers a host of technologically advanced features, the most notable of which is its ability to act as a router, extending Wi-Fi to every room in a house.
While multiple routers placed strategically around one's home is certainly enough to extend the signal, that placement can take a frustrating amount of trial and error, and purchasing multiple routers quickly runs up the price of the endeavor. Since every room needs a ceiling lamp, the KNBOR is a cost-efficient way to spread out one's Wi-Fi signal.
Beyond extending the Internet, the KNBOR lamp has IFTTT connectivity, turning any home into a smart home. For example, the KNBOR can be set to recognize when no one is home and then automatically itself turn off.
While multiple routers placed strategically around one's home is certainly enough to extend the signal, that placement can take a frustrating amount of trial and error, and purchasing multiple routers quickly runs up the price of the endeavor. Since every room needs a ceiling lamp, the KNBOR is a cost-efficient way to spread out one's Wi-Fi signal.
Beyond extending the Internet, the KNBOR lamp has IFTTT connectivity, turning any home into a smart home. For example, the KNBOR can be set to recognize when no one is home and then automatically itself turn off.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Ceiling Lamps - Ceiling lamps become more technologically advanced, taking on new roles such as Wi-Fi extender and home automation hub.
2. Cost-efficient Wi-fi Extension - Combining Wi-Fi extension with a necessary item like a ceiling lamp provides a lower-cost alternative to traditional methods.
3. IFTTT Integration for Smart Homes - Integrating IFTTT with smart lamps and devices allows for automation and increased convenience in the home.
Industry Implications
1. Lighting Industry - Companies in the lighting industry have the opportunity to innovate by incorporating smart technology and additional features into their products.
2. Home Automation Industry - The home automation industry can integrate with products such as smart lamps to create seamless automation solutions for customers.
3. Wireless Networking Industry - With Wi-Fi extension becoming a standard feature in household items, the wireless networking industry can focus on improving overall connectivity and speed.
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