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IKEA SYMFONISK Speakers Integrate Seamlessly with the Sonos Play:1 and More, Here’s a Review

By Jackson Chung July 25, 2019

Think of it as IKEA’s version of a Sonos speaker, and the SYMFONISK range includes table lamp ($179) and bookshelf ($99) WiFi speakers. Both are compatible with Sonos own product range for seamless integration and can be navigated through the Sonos app. The former combines light and sound
into one product, keeping your home organized with less devices and cords. You can either tuck the bookshelf speaker away or put it on display vertically or horizontally – the included bracket can support up to 6.6 lbs. Read more for a video review, hands-on pictures and additional information.

If IKEA Released a Cardboard Drone, the Ahadrone Kit is What it Might Look Like

By Jackson Chung June 15, 2019

If IKEA ever released a DIY cardboard drone, it might look something like the Ahadrone kit. Assembling it is easily as piecing together the corrugated board body for maximum rigidity, install the motor, battery pack, and a few other bits. Once completed, you’ll be able to control it with a smartphone or table using a special app.

IKEA Recreates Iconic TV Show Living Rooms from ‘The Simpsons’, ‘Friends’ and ‘Stranger Things’ Using Their Furniture

By Jackson Chung May 30, 2019

IKEA United Arab Emirates latest ad campaign, called “IKEA Real Life,” recreates three of television’s most iconic living rooms by recreating using solely the company’s furniture and decorations as well as a little help from 3-D design software. They were created by Publicis Spain, and it took about two months to track down all of the right components, which were then compiled and designed using the 3-D software to look as close as possible to their TV counterparts.

IKEA Smart Window Blind Systems are Compatible with Tradfri Lights, Amazon Alexa and Homekit

By Jackson Chung January 7, 2019

IKEA is best known for their low-cost DIY furniture, but the company is expanding into the smart home gadget market, with their first products being connected lights and outlets. However, they recently launched two smart window blind systems: the Kadrilj gray blinds that start at 99 euros and Fyrtur blackout shades that start at 119 euros, a vast discount compared to its competitors which range from $300 to $500.