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GE Lighting has expanded its smart shades with made-to-order dimensions, new fabric choices and a reverse-roll installation option. The shades support Matter over Thread and work with Apple Home, Google Home and Amazon Alexa; custom models start at $299.99 through GE’s online store and Amazon storefront.
GE Lighting has expanded its smart shades with custom sizing, additional fabrics and a reverse-roll option, while retaining Matter over Thread support for Apple Home, Google Home and Amazon Alexa. The made-to-order models start at US$299.99 and are sold through the company’s online store and Amazon storefront, according to a report published by Homekit News and Reviews on October 21.
The custom shades can be ordered in widths from 28 to 72 inches (71 to 183 centimeters) and heights from 35 to 110 inches (89 to 279 centimeters). That expands the range beyond GE’s existing pre-sized options and may fit windows that do not match standard dimensions. The report says other retailers will continue to sell the pre-sized models; customers seeking custom dimensions and the expanded fabric selection must use GE’s online store or Amazon storefront.
Fabric choices now include a 3% solar fabric and designer light-filtering and blackout materials, alongside the existing blackout and translucent options. The shades can be paired with an aluminium housing in black or white. GE has also added reverse-roll installation, in which the fabric descends farther from the glass to leave more room for handles or other protruding hardware. Standard and reverse-roll configurations can be installed inside or outside a window opening, the report says.
The shades use a rechargeable battery. GE says it can provide up to six months of operation per charge, though actual runtime will depend on use. The report describes the installation process as DIY-friendly and says it can take less than ten minutes; that timing is a company-reported estimate, not a guarantee for every window or installation.
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Custom measurements address a practical limitation of pre-sized shades: homeowners whose windows fall outside standard dimensions may have had fewer choices for adding automation. The wider size range, fabric selection and option to mount the shades away from the glass also give buyers more flexibility around window hardware, privacy and daylight.
Matter over Thread gives the product a route into multiple supported smart home platforms rather than tying it to one manufacturer’s ecosystem, according to the report. That can matter for households already using Apple, Google or Amazon devices. Once connected to a compatible platform, the shades can be used in routines, such as opening in the morning or closing alongside lights in the evening. The report does not establish whether every feature behaves identically across all platforms.
Battery power avoids the need to run permanent electrical wiring to the window, which may make installation simpler in existing homes. Buyers still need to account for charging and for the fact that six months is GE’s stated maximum, not a measured runtime that applies to all patterns of use.
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Custom Models Join Existing Sizes
Before this announcement, GE Lighting’s smart shades were available in a selection of standard sizes, according to Homekit News and Reviews. The company is adding made-to-order dimensions and fabric options rather than removing the existing pre-sized range. Those pre-sized models are expected to remain available through other retailers.
The expansion also builds on the shades’ existing smart-home features. The report says Matter compatibility enables connection with Apple Home, Google Home and Amazon Alexa, while Thread devices communicate over a low-power mesh network through a compatible Thread border router. A buyer’s ability to use the shades will depend on having compatible smart-home equipment and setup; the report does not list the requirements for each platform.
“Up to six months of operation on a single charge”
— GE Lighting, as reported by Homekit News and Reviews
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Pricing Beyond the Starting Point
The report gives a starting price of US$299.99, but does not specify how the price changes with custom dimensions, fabric selection or other options. It also does not provide shipping dates, delivery estimates or a full price list.
GE’s battery-life figure is stated as “up to” six months, with no testing method or operating schedule provided. The report does not identify the specific Thread border routers required, explain platform-by-platform feature differences, or say whether the company plans to offer the custom models through additional retailers.
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Orders and Platform Setup
Customers can order the made-to-order shades through GE Lighting’s online store and Amazon storefront, according to the report. The next practical details for buyers are the final price for their chosen dimensions and materials, delivery timing, and confirmation that their home has the compatible smart-home platform and Thread equipment needed for setup.
GE’s existing pre-sized shades are expected to remain available from other retailers. No further expansion plans or additional availability dates were included in the report.
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Key Questions
What is new in GE Lighting’s smart shades range?
The expansion adds made-to-order sizes, new solar and designer fabrics, and a reverse-roll option. The shades retain Matter-over-Thread connectivity and rechargeable battery power.
Which smart home systems are supported?
According to the report, the shades work with Apple Home, Google Home and Amazon Alexa through Matter. Setup also uses Thread, which requires a compatible Thread border router.
How much do the custom shades cost?
Made-to-order models start at US$299.99. The report does not provide a complete price list or explain how dimensions and fabric choices affect the final cost.
How long does the battery last?
GE says the rechargeable battery can provide up to six months of operation per charge. Actual battery life depends on how frequently the shades are used.
Where can customers buy the made-to-order models?
The custom shades are available through GE Lighting’s online store and Amazon storefront. Other retailers are expected to continue selling the company’s existing pre-sized shades.
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