STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN – JANUARY 6, 2025 – Exeger, the Swedish deep-tech company behind the revolutionary Powerfoyle™ solar cell technology, announces its first proof-of-concept in partnership with SMK Corporation, a renowned Japan-based global electronics manufacturer. Together, they have developed the world’s first air conditioner (A/C) remote powered by Powerfoyle. SMK will unveil the remote at CES in January 2025 at the SMK booth, giving attendees a glimpse of a self-charging solution for modern homes.
Powerfoyle converts all types of light to generate a continuous flow of clean electricity, elevating the user experience by removing the need for battery replacements. With versatile options in design, shape, and texture, Powerfoyle is seamlessly integrated for a premium-quality finished product.
“SMK are pushing the boundaries of feature rich products and customer-focused design,” comments Georgios Foufas, Chief Commercial Officer at Exeger. “The integration of Powerfoyle enhances performance to bring this new category of self-powered remote controls into an era of sustainability and convenience.”
“SMK has a strong focus on customer experience and with the new A/C remote with Powerfoyle we have taken a significant leap in user-friendly design,” says Ken Takagi, GM of Business Development at SMK Corporation. “This innovative product embodies our vision for a sustainable future where everyday devices are powered by light to eliminate disposable batteries for a truly hassle-free experience.”
SMK will unveil the A/C Remote at CES in January 2025. To learn more about this collaboration, visit SMK at the Venetian Expo, Booth 52345.
Exeger is a Swedish company with a unique solar cell technology that converts all forms of light into electrical energy. This material, Powerfoyle, is the world’s only fully customizable solar cell. With its superior design properties, it can be integrated seamlessly into any electronic device.
Powerfoyle enhances every product it is integrated into with extended or even unlimited battery life, putting the power of cutting-edge solar cell technology directly in the hands of people. Exeger is leading the way to energy independence through more sustainable and user-friendly products – with the vision to touch the lives of a billion people by 2030.
SMK Corporation, a global electronics component manufacturer based in Japan, produces high-quality electronics components including switches, connectors, remote controllers, and touch panels. Committed to innovation and sustainability, SMK aims to enhance convenience and comfort worldwide.
For more information, visit www.smk.co.jp.
