With voice commands and apps controlling devices, physical switches are often overlooked. However, many people still prefer the tactile feel of a smart light switch. Flic manufactures some of the most innovative switch solutions, with the Flic Duo drawing attention at CES 2025.
The Flic Duo toggles smart bulbs on and off in a compact form factor. Supported motion controls go much further, activating scenes complete with music. The Flic Duo begins shipping in the second quarter of 2025, with pre-orders starting on January 28th.
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The Flic Button and Flic Twist, which are already available, have a conventional round shape. Taking a different approach, the Flic Duo has a more elongated design. Even so, it measures only 2 inches long by 1.15 inches wide. Buyers will find a larger and smaller embedded button that can be devoted to basic commands. The switch is about a third of an inch thick and stays secure on walls with an optional magnetic mount. To blend in seamlessly in homes, the Flic Duo sells in white and black colorways.
The Flic Duo earns its name as an extremely versatile switch. Users can detach the button from surfaces to transform it into a handheld remote control. The Flic Duo recognizes when it’s taken off walls and switches modes to control smart speakers or other devices. Supporting simple gestures like pushes, double pushes, and holds in tandem with swipes, the button executes more than 30 commands. LED indicators confirm when commands register and help locate the Flic Duo in the dark.
Customizing which devices the Flic Duo controls starts in the Flic app. The button is compatible with a growing list of smart home ecosystems, including Alexa, Apple HomeKit, and Philps Hue lights. Meanwhile, the IFTTT app triggers sequences linking products on multiple platforms. With one gesture, the Flic Duo is able to turn off lights, close motorized blinds, and play relaxing mood music before bedtime.
The Flic Duo operates with a low-energy Bluetooth connection to smartphones. Still, most buyers should consider purchasing the Flic Hub Mini for evolved smart homes. The hub unlocks Matter support, connecting to devices not natively supported by the Flic Duo. Also, smartphones can leave households without preventing family members from using the button. The more advanced Flic Hub LR targets smart home fanatics and communicates with smart TVs through IR.
Why Is the Flic Duo an Essential Companion?
Flic constantly adds features to its buttons, making us feel safer in our homes. The Flic Duo’s motion sensor recognizes when a person falls and sends for help. Similarly, an elderly or incapacitated user can initiate an emergency contact routine with a simple gesture. Buyers also don’t have to worry about losing the Flic Duo since its app initiates a series of beeps on the switch.
Since its origins in 2013, the Flic product line has developed accessories to add more convenience to domestic life. The company sells sticker sheets with labels to appeal to those hesitant to embrace the smart home age. A metal clip and waterproof case make the Flic Duo portable without fear of loss or damage.
CES is where the best smart home gadgets are introduced to the world. Unfortunately, most consumers can’t attend the conference to see these products firsthand. Buyers anxious to experience the Flic Duo can play an interactive adventure game before preorders begin on January 28th. Success leads to prizes and discounts as the button approaches its launch day. Flic hasn’t yet confirmed pricing on the Flic Duo.
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