Nanoleaf has introduced two new smart lighting products: the Smart LED Monitor Stand and the Smart Multicolor Ceiling Light, each targeting different user needs. The monitor stand, priced at $169.99, elevates displays up to four inches, supports up to 42-inch screens and 154 lbs, and includes a dual lighting system with a 550-lumen front light bar and rear ambient RGB lighting with 102 addressable zones. It is Matter-compatible and can sync with music or on-screen content Source: Engadget.
Meanwhile, the $80 Smart Multicolor Ceiling Light offers a minimalist flush-mount design with bright white light and smooth color gradients, but its color output is notably dim, making it best suited for dark rooms. The review notes that its 12.6-inch diameter makes installation easy and it features excellent Matter support with independent control of upper and lower LEDs in Apple Home. However, the colorful effects are underwhelming outside complete darkness, and the design has been likened to a paper plate Source: Gizmodo.
Both products underscore Nanoleaf's commitment to Matter integration, but they represent a divergence from the company's signature geometric panels. While the monitor stand is a versatile workspace accessory, the ceiling light prioritizes simplicity and affordability at the cost of vibrant colors.
“At the heart of it, the monitor stand portion can raise your display by up to four inches so it's more in line with your natural eye level and promotes better posture during long sessions at your desk.”
“A front light bar can generate up to 550 lumens for when you're trying to get work done, while a rear ambient light can be programmed through 102 individually addressable RGB zones that create a 160-degree wall-washing angle.”
“The $80 Multicolor Ceiling Light’s color show is so dim that outside of a dark room, it almost feels like an afterthought.”
“In the Home app, I was presented with not one but two controls, giving me the power to operate the upper and lower LEDs independently.”