"Amazon quietly made its available for preorder for $20, with orders shipping on October 31 this week. The company introduced this switch during its Devices and Services event in September, although it hadn't provided specifics on when it would be available to the market. The Smart Dimmer Switch is a wireless remote under the Amazon Basics brand that works with Alexa. The switch features four buttons that can be programmed individually to perform almost any action that Alexa can do."
"Unlike a regular switch, the Smart Dimmer Switch can control multiple devices at once and run preset automations. Instead of simply dimming or switching on a light with a button press, you can set up a button on this Smart Dimmer Switch to turn on your bedroom lights, fan, and adjust the temperature on your smart thermostat at once. Amazon wants the Smart Dimmer Switch to deliver convenience and control without relying on voice commands."
Amazon released a battery-powered Smart Dimmer Switch under the Amazon Basics brand for $20, available for preorder with orders shipping October 31. The wireless remote works with Alexa and offers four individually programmable buttons that can control devices, groups, routines, play music, and run automations. A single button press can trigger multiple devices and scene changes, such as lights, fan, and thermostat adjustments. The device offers a non-voice control option for users concerned about always-listening smart speakers while preserving Alexa compatibility and access to millions of Works with Alexa devices.
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