GE Lighting’s Cync Smart Keypad Dimmer makes Lutron Caséta dimmers look tame

Here is a summary of the news article in 193 words: GE Lighting has introduced two new smart lighting controls, the GE Cync Keypad Dimmer Smart Switch and the GE Cync Paddle Dimmer Switch. The Keypad Dimmer is particularly noteworthy, as it features a bold design with no fewer than five buttons, two of which can be programmed. This contrasts with the industry trend of minimalist smart lighting controls. The Keypad Dimmer's extensive button layout sets it apart from competitors like Lutron's Caséta dimmers, which have a more understated appearance. The Paddle Dimmer, on the other hand, takes a more conventional approach, with a vertical slider for brightness control. Both new GE Cync dimmers support Matter-over-Wi-Fi, allowing users to integrate them with various smart home ecosystems. They also come with onboard Wi-Fi and require a neutral wire for installation. Notably, a single Cync switch can make an entire circuit smart, eliminating the need for companion switches in multi-switch setups. GE claims the Cync switches will maintain pre-programmed schedules and voice commands even when turned off. The company is expected to release hands-on reviews of the new devices soon.