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How to add Matter devices and scenes to Apple CarPlay

Take your smart home along for the ride on your next road trip with Apple CarPlay Widgets.
by Christopher Close in #How To
1 day ago
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What is Apple homeOS, and what does it mean for Matter?

Apple's rumored homeOS, a unified smart home OS, could transform its Matter experience. Though not at WWDC 2025, signs point to its continued development.
by Christian Cawley in #Hub #Explainer
2 days ago
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Eight highlights from Matter Open Day and GILE

Matter Open Day unveiled Thread network sharing, new garage door tech, hub-free Vivo control, Infineon's Wi-Fi lock, and diverse sensors/hubs from Tuya & Heiman.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Basic Video Player #Water Leak Detector #Industry News
2 days ago
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Google Home expands Matter door lock support and other feature previews

Google Home expands Matter support with new door lock functionalities like access control and guest profiles. Favorites, Home summary widget, and web console also enhanced.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
3 days ago
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iOS 26: What's new for the Apple Home app and Matter?

The first iOS 26 betas are here, and with it are some small, but significant, improvements to Apple's Home app. Here's what we've found so far.
by Christopher Close in #Dimmer Switch #Hub #Explainer
3 days ago
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SwitchBot Meter Plus review: A smart way to monitor comfort

SwitchBot Meter Plus offers simple temperature/humidity readings and Matter compatibility via a SwitchBot hub. But does this make it the reliable, affordable smart home addition you're looking for?
by Bertel King in #Review
4 days ago
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Apple TV upgrades to Thread 1.4 with tvOS 26 beta

Apple TV's tvOS 26 upgrades to Thread 1.4, promising enhanced performance, improved credential sharing, and a new Fluid Glass design for smart homes.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
5 days ago
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Midea recalls 1.7 million Matter window air conditioners for mold exposure risks

Major home appliance maker Midea issueing a recall on its Matter-compatible Midea U and Midea U+ window air conditioners.
by Ward Zhou in #Thermostat #News
5 days ago
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SwitchBot K10+ Pro Combo review: Does doing more mean doing less?

A clever combo of robot and stick vac with Matter support, the K10+ Pro Combo excels at convenience — but not at deep cleaning.
by James Bruce in #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #Review
5 days ago
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Linkind and YouTuber Jimmy Darts release exclusive Matter bulbs in Walmart

In a team-up no one saw coming, a range of Jimmy Darts-endorsed Matter smart home bulbs are heading to Walmart to raise funds for “those in need.”
by Christian Cawley in #Extended Color Light #News
Friday, June 6, 2025
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Leedarson announces Matter-enabled smart bathroom exhaust fan

Leedarson launches the OREiN OL05S, a Matter 1.3-certified smart bathroom exhaust fan ($265.99) with integrated fan, tunable light, Bluetooth speaker, and sensors.
by Ward Zhou in #Air Purifier #Fan #News
Friday, June 6, 2025
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What is the Connectivity Standards Alliance?

The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) plays a leading role in the development of Matter and Zigbee. But that's just the beginning...
by Christian Cawley in #Explainer
Thursday, June 5, 2025
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Yeelight plans Thread-based smart devices

Yeelight is entering the Thread market with a new IoT radio module, signaling future Matter-over-Thread lighting products and expanding options in the smart home.
by Ward Zhou in #Extended Color Light #Gateway #News
Thursday, June 5, 2025
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Smart relays vs smart switches: which Is right for you?

If you're looking for a new smart home lighting solution, the answer isn't as straightforward as you might think.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Gateway #Dimmable Light #Explainer
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Amazon to update Matter Casting to 1.4 spec

Amazon Matter Casting apps for Android/iOS to update to Matter 1.4, enhancing stability and streaming to Fire TV devices.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Which smart home platform is best on a Google Pixel?

Pixel users have multiple Matter smart home hub options: Google Home, SmartThings (Samsung hub needed), Home Assistant (privacy-focused), Amazon Alexa, or TP-Link Deco routers.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Gateway #Hub #Explainer
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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SmartSetup switches and outlets receive Matter 1.4 update

A new batch of Matter 1.4 updates is coming to the SmartSetup range of switches and outlets, thanks to the Fast Track Certification.
by Ward Zhou in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News
Tuesday, June 3, 2025
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Govee to release Galaxy Light Projector 2 Pro

Govee's Matter-certified Galaxy Light Projector 2 Pro is coming soon, offering Wi-Fi/Bluetooth control and aurora/star projections for indoor ambiance.
by Ward Zhou in #Extended Color Light #News
Monday, June 2, 2025
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What smart home impovements can you expect in Matter 1.5 -- and when is it coming?

Matter 1.5 will expand smart home capabilities with new outdoor, climate, energy, camera, and HRAP devices, plus expanded closure controls.
by in #Temperature Sensor #Gateway #Industry News
Monday, June 2, 2025
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Nanoleaf introduces Matter Smart Multicolor Rope Light

Nanoleaf launches Matter Smart Multicolor Rope Light ($69.99, Walmart): 5-meter customizable RGB strip with 70 zones, ideal for creative indoor lighting.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Extended Color Light #News
Friday, May 30, 2025
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