SWITCHBOT ACQUIRES NANOLEAF IN SMART HOME EXPANSION

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WED, JUN 3, 2026

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SwitchBot's parent company OneRobotics has acquired smart lighting maker Nanoleaf. The company will operate independently under existing leadership.

Nanoleaf, known for its color-changing LED lighting products including wall panels and TV mirroring displays, joins SwitchBot's portfolio. CEO Gimmy Chu and cofounder Christian Yan will continue running the company with no operational changes planned. The acquisition signals SwitchBot's strategy to expand beyond its core smart home automation devices into the lighting segment. Nanoleaf has built a reputation in premium smart lighting, appealing to both consumers and tech enthusiasts seeking customizable ambient lighting solutions. SwitchBot, owned by OneRobotics, produces smart switches, hubs, and other home automation devices. The acquisition allows the company to offer a more complete smart home ecosystem to users. Chu stated in an exclusive interview with The Verge that the independent structure will allow Nanoleaf to maintain its product identity and development focus while benefiting from SwitchBot's distribution and resources.

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