'What makes this lamp unique is that switching between colors is not a sudden change, but a very smooth journey' — IKEA just released a smart version of one of its most iconic products
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Key Points:
- IKEA has unveiled the smart Varmblixt lamp at CES 2026, featuring color-changing and dimming capabilities, controllable remotely via the IKEA Home Smart app, and priced at $99 with availability starting April 2026.
- Designed in collaboration with Dutch artist Sabine Marcelis, the lamp smoothly transitions through 12 preset colors automatically and offers over 40 shades for user customization.
- A smart version of the $149 Varmblixt pendant light is also being released, focusing on adjustable white light and controllable via remote or smart home systems.
- Both lamps support the Matter standard, ensuring compatibility with various smart home ecosystems for seamless integration.
- This launch is part of IKEA's broader push into the smart
