Samsung’s Aeotec Smart Home Hub 2 Now Available in the US

Last month, Samsung highlighted key features of the Aeotec Smart Home Hub 2, its next-gen SmartThings Hub. The device serves as the central hub for all your connected smart devices, letting users create personalized AI Home experiences. The Hub 2 is now available for purchase for $119 from the official Samsung website.

Smart Home Hub 2 brings faster and smarter home automation

The Smart Home Hub 2 is designed to make smart homes more responsive and reliable. It supports a bunch of smart home standards, allowing devices from different brands to work seamlessly. Thanks to the SmartThings app, users can control and connect more than 3,200 devices from a single platform. The hub functions with a wide range of smart plugs, sensors, lights, cameras, and thermostats from top brands.

One of the notable features of the hub is its automation capabilities. Users can set up routines to turn on lights, adjust temperatures, or activate sensors automatically. The hub also supports voice control, making it easy to manage devices from anywhere. Speaking of performance upgrades, the hub offers a 70% faster CPU (than predecessor) while doubling the RAM for smoother multi-device connections.

The device features a sleek design with a compact form factor that fits into any home environment. Its quick wireless setup allows users to connect the hub to Wi-Fi and start building their smart home in minutes. As part of the Works with SmartThings (WWST) ecosystem, it offers compatibility with over 4,500 certified devices from nearly 380 partner brands.

Furthermore, the Smart Home Hub 2 supports Zigbee, Thread, and Matter protocols for greater interoperability across a wide range of smart home devices. The best part is that the hub is easy to set up, even if the user is new to smart homes. Thanks to the quick setup process, users can get started in under a minute with no experience.