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Aqara’s forward look: user choice, smart AI, and Matter’s fast track

More product updates packed with Matter and Aliro are coming from Aqara.
by Ward Zhou in #Contact Sensor #Occupancy Sensor #Gateway #News #FAQ
2 hours ago
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SwitchBot extends Matter lineup with powerful AI and localized automation

SwitchBot evolves for AI-powered household.
by Ward Zhou in #Bridge #Dimmable Light #Extended Color Light #News
4 days ago
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Philips Dynalite touch screen Matter bridge gets certification

The Philips Dynalite Matter Bridge has gained certification, but just as importantly, it looks pretty good too.
by Christian Cawley in #Gateway #Bridge #News
5 days ago
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Apple adds Thread and UWB to entire iPhone 17 lineup, ready for Matter and Aliro

Apple introduced a chip N1 to power Thread connectivity on new iPhones.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
5 days ago
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Home Assistant’s migrating to Matter.js for device integration

How the community makes open standards great.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
6 days ago
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10 Matter product highlights from IFA 2025

Here are 10 Matter devices to check out on IFA2025.
by Ward Zhou in #Temperature Sensor #Hub #Gateway #News
Sunday, September 7, 2025
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Philips Hue introduced dual-protocol lightbulb and new bridge

More high-quality Matter lights are coming from Hue.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Color Temperature Light #Bridge #News
Friday, September 5, 2025
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Keep up with Matter news from IFA 2025

Want to know what's coming out of IFA 2025 for the smart home? Our team is out in Berlin, sharing what they find on our socials.
by Christian Cawley in #News
Friday, September 5, 2025
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Everything new from Govee at IFA 2025

At IFA 2025, Govee has continued to impress with a slew of industry-first upgrades to its already extensive product line.
by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #News
Thursday, September 4, 2025
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Wi-Fi for Matter certification aims to improve smart home connectivity

The Wi-Fi Alliance has launched Wi-Fi for Matter, a certification to ensure Wi-Fi smart home devices meet the CSA’s requirements for Matter connectivity.
by Christian Cawley in #Industry News
Thursday, September 4, 2025
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The Aqara Edge Hub M300 could be the most capable smart home solution yet

The Edge Hub M300 connects to all the things, and comes with Aqara Studio Connect software, a lightweight take on Aqara Studio
by Christian Cawley in #Gateway #News
Wednesday, September 3, 2025
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ThirdReality Switch MT1 review: a next-gen fingerbot with Matter and Thread

A plug-to-use smart switch bot with Matter and Thread support.
by Ward Zhou in #On/Off Light Switch #Review
Tuesday, September 2, 2025
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Sonoff launches new Zigbee and Thread dongle with upgraded MG24 chip

Sonoff has more options to power up your open smart home gear with Thread and Zigbee.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
Monday, September 1, 2025
Honeywell smart x2s matter compatible thermostat mounted on a wall

I hope Matter devices are the "dumb" products of the future

Let's start with Matter and build from there.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Extended Color Light #Temperature Sensor #Explainer
Friday, August 29, 2025
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Home Assistant 2025.9 update adds more Matter features

Home Assistant brings new features for Matter energy plugs, valve, locks, sensors, and more.
by Ward Zhou in #Contact Sensor #Temperature Sensor #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Smoke CO Alarm #News
Friday, August 29, 2025
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How Tado got it wrong: What smart home companies can learn

What is going on with Tado, and why is it targeting Trustpilot reviews?
by Christian Cawley in #Thermostat #Explainer #Manufacturer News
Thursday, August 28, 2025
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Legrand adds new Matter-compatible smart home products

Legrand's new 2nd-gen Matter-enabled radiant® series includes a smart switch, receptacle, and LED dimmer, compatible with all major smart home platforms.
by Christian Cawley in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #On/Off Light #Dimmable Light #News
Thursday, August 28, 2025
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All of my Matter devices work as regular 'dumb' devices

My house still functions when the internet goes down: Does yours?
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Thermostat #Explainer
Wednesday, August 27, 2025
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Seven new Ikea Matter devices pass certification: Here are the details

Here's a look at the first seven new Matter devices from Ikea.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #News
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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Govee Outdoor Clear Bulb String Lights review: Ambient retro glowy goodness

Looking to add some retro-style glow to your garden or patio without ditching smart control? Govee’s Clear Bulb Outdoor String Lights bring a vintage filament look with full Matter support, but they come with a few quirks you’ll want to know about before buying.
by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #Review
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
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