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Key Kogan – Turn on the Air Conditioner; Kogan adds Google & Alexa integration

Kogan has announced their new “SmarterHome” range of plugs, bulbs and other products will work with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa

Integration with these platforms is critical to a really positive smart home experience, because it’s likely these days people have a range of products from a range of companies – so accessing them through a single source – like Google or Alexa – is key.

The bottom line – with a Kogan air conditioner, you can say “OK Google, Set the air conditioner to 22 degrees” or “Alexa, turn on the Air Conditioner” – bingo!

All the new products go on presale today.

They are:

Kogan SmarterHome™ 18,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner — $999

WiFi 2.4Ghz control
Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control
Ideal for rooms up to 35sqm
Reverse cycle: heating and cooling in one appliance
Includes dehumidifying and fan functions
24H timer function
Intelligent self-evaporative water system
No hub required

Kogan SmarterHome™ 14,000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner — $899

WiFi 2.4GHz control
Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control
Ideal for rooms up to 30sqm
Reverse cycle: heating and cooling in one appliance
Includes dehumidifying and fan functions
24H timer function
Intelligent self-evaporative water system
Auto swing function – provides direct airflow wherever it’s needed
No hub required

Kogan SmarterHome™ Smart Bulbs — $69 (4 pack white bulbs in B22 or E27) or $89 (4 pack ambient bulbs in B22 or E27)

B22 (two prong base) and E27 (screw-in base) plug options
10W, 1050 lumens dimmable LED bulbs (equivalent to the 70W Incandescent bulb)
Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control
Control remotely using Kogan SmarterHome™ App
Set on/off schedules that automate your lighting to suit your lifestyle
Available in white and ambient settings (multicolour option)
Use preset scenes or create your own to suit your mood (ambient bulb only)
Energy efficient — 10 kWh/1000 hours power consumption with 25,000 hours lifespan
Wifi 2.4Ghz control
No hub required

Kogan SmarterHome™ Smart Plug with Energy Meter — $99 for a pack of 4

Turns traditional devices smart
Monitor and manage energy consumption
Control remotely using Kogan Smarter Home App
Set on/off schedules to suit your lifestyle
Works with Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa for voice control
Wifi 2.4Ghz control — offering coverage at further distances
No hub required

Trevor Long

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