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Aqara has launched an E14 version of its LED Bulb T2 and a multicolor LED Strip T2 in China. The bulb is priced at 129 yuan and the strip at 379 yuan; Aqara has not announced international release dates.
Aqara has launched two new smart lights in China: an E14 version of its LED Bulb T2 and a multicolor LED Strip T2. The additions extend the company’s Matter-over-Thread lighting lineup to a less common bulb fitting and a strip with independently controlled color zones, though international availability has not been confirmed.
The LED Bulb T2 E14 uses the smaller screw fitting found in many decorative lamps, including some bedside lights, chandeliers and wall sconces. Aqara lists the bulb at 129 yuan (about $19.36) in China. It operates over Zigbee by default for use with Aqara Home; users can switch it to Thread for Matter connectivity through a compatible Thread border router.
Aqara’s specifications for the RGB bulb include up to 1,100 lumens, a color-temperature range of 2,000K to 9,000K, and a color-rendering rating of Ra90. The bulb supports 16 million colors and Apple Home Adaptive Lighting, which adjusts white-light color temperature during the day. These are manufacturer specifications; independent performance testing was not included in the source report.
The multicolor LED Strip T2 is priced at 379 yuan (about $56.87) in China. The global version Aqara showed at IFA has 108 LEDs per meter and 18 independently controllable zones per meter, plus a five-channel lighting system with 16-bit control. Those specifications point to more detailed color effects than a strip that applies one color along its full length. Aqara also lists a 2,000K to 9,000K white-light range. The source report describes the strip as an upgrade from the earlier Zigbee-only T1 model.
More Choices for Matter Lighting
The E14 bulb addresses a practical gap for people who want smart lighting in fixtures designed for smaller bulbs. Aqara’s dual-protocol setup gives buyers a choice: use Zigbee through Aqara Home, or switch to Thread for Matter-based smart-home integration with a compatible border router. The latter can make it easier to connect the light to supported third-party platforms, rather than relying solely on Aqara’s own system.
The strip’s separate color zones also offer more control for accent lighting, while its adjustable white range is intended to make it useful for ordinary indirect lighting as well. However, Matter support does not necessarily expose every product feature. According to the source report, animated effects and individual zone settings may require the Aqara app, so customers seeking detailed customization may still need Aqara’s own software.
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Aqara’s Broader Lighting Push
The two products add to Aqara’s effort to cover more types of home lighting with devices that support Zigbee and Thread. Earlier in the year, the company introduced H1 full-color downlights and spotlights in China. At IFA 2026, it showed a broader global lighting range that included floor lamps, downlights, strips and outdoor lights, according to Matter Alpha.
The new launches build on an existing T2 family that includes E26/E27-style bulbs and GU10 spotlights. E14 is a smaller screw-base format often used in decorative fixtures, particularly in Europe and China. The source report characterizes E14 Matter-over-Thread bulbs as relatively uncommon; it also notes that many alternatives use Zigbee or Wi-Fi instead.
“The LED Bulb T2 E14 is rated for up to 1,100 lumens and a color temperature of 2,000K to 9,000K.”
— Aqara, in product specifications reported by Matter Alpha
International Release Still Undated
Aqara has not announced global prices or a retail launch date for either new product. The strip was previously shown as part of the company’s global lineup at IFA 2026, but that showcase is not confirmation of when it will go on sale internationally. The source report also does not provide details on regional variants, packaging, or whether every feature will be available through Matter across third-party platforms.
Compatibility can depend on the smart-home platform, Thread border router and software support in use. The extent to which Matter exposes the strip’s zone controls and animated effects remains uncertain; some advanced settings may be limited to Aqara Home.
Awaiting Global Sales Details
The next concrete update to watch for is an international availability announcement from Aqara, including markets, launch dates and local pricing. Until the company provides those details, buyers outside China cannot confirm when or whether the E14 bulb and multicolor strip will be sold in their region. People comparing the products should also check Aqara’s regional specifications and their smart-home platform’s feature support before buying.
Key Questions
How much do the new Aqara lights cost in China?
Aqara lists the LED Bulb T2 E14 at 129 yuan (about $19.36) and the multicolor LED Strip T2 at 379 yuan (about $56.87).
Are the new Aqara lights available internationally?
Global availability has not been announced. Aqara showed a global version of the LED Strip T2 at IFA 2026, but has not confirmed an international retail date for the new products.
Does the E14 bulb support Matter?
The bulb runs over Zigbee by default for Aqara Home. Aqara says users can switch it to Thread for Matter connectivity, which requires a compatible Thread border router.
Can the light strip show different colors along its length?
The global version shown at IFA is described as having 18 independently controllable zones per meter. The source report says some zone settings and animated effects may require the Aqara app, and does not confirm that all controls are available through Matter.
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