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Black Friday 2025: Roborock's flagship Saros Z70 robot vacuum gets a massive 50% off discount

Grab Roborock's flagship robot home cleaning system for less this Black Friday.

by Christopher Close in #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #News

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Black Friday 2025: the best SwitchBot smart home device deals

Cross a few Matter smart devices off your wish list with SwitchBot's Black Friday sale.

by Christopher Close in #Air Purifier #Gateway #Extended Color Light #Door Lock #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #Dimmable Light #News

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What is a Matter camera, and how does it work?

Everything you want to know about Matter Cameras.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Explainer

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Matter 1.5: Cameras lead the way as the standard grows into new parts of the home

Cameras, smart garden kits, and more advanced energy management is here with the latest Matter spec.

by Ward Zhou in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Gateway #Explainer #Industry News

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Meross introduces Matter-over-Thread presence sensor MS605 with Zone detection

A more affordable presence sensor with Thread connectivity.

by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #News

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Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 Thread dongle first take: the finest dongle ever

Here is a quick take and full setup guide for Thread.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Thread Border Router #How To

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Aqara launches W600 radiator thermostat and M200 Matter hub

Aqara introduces more Matter and Thread devices to warm up your house.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Temperature Sensor #News

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Will Zigbee 4.0 be the foundational standard for a unified Matter smart home?

Zigbee 4.0 features a new Sub-GHz range (Suzi), unified Smart Energy compatibility, next-gen cryptographic security, and hubless setup via Zigbee Direct.

by Christian Cawley in #Industry News

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Zemismart’s new Matter-over-Thread presence sensor passes certification

Another Matter-over-Thread presence sensor is on the way.

by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #News

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Google Home app finally adds local control for Matter

Google Home finally gets less cloud-reliant.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News

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Installing a smart switch is easier than I thought

Smart switch installation is manageable for homeowners: the process is simpler than expected, but identifying line/load wires and ensuring a neutral wire is essential for Matter switches.

by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Explainer

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Why I chose Tapo lights

TP-Link Tapo smart switches, chosen for Matter compatibility, low cost, and hub-free Wi-Fi control, prove to be the best-reviewed, unbranded option for whole-home smart lighting.

by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Dimmable Light #Explainer

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The best Matter-compatible thermostats

The smart home environment is rapidly evolving, transforming our living spaces into places of convenience and efficiency. One key aspect is creating a comfortable and energy-saving environment, and Matter-compatible thermostats are poised to be game-changers in this arena.

by Christopher Close in #Thermostat #Explainer

Friday, November 14, 2025

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Homey's new app bridges Zigbee, Z-Wave, IR, and 433MHz devices to Matter

Homey Pro and Homey Mini smart hubs can expand your smart home's capabilities thanks to the all-new Matter Bridge app.

by Christopher Close in #Hub #News

Thursday, November 13, 2025

AiDot and Linkind roll out Matter 1.4 firmware for lightbulbs

Here are first wave of Matter 1.4 lightbulb updates.

by Ward Zhou in #Extended Color Light #News

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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Aqara FP300 review: the 4-in-1 Matter sensor that runs on batteries

The new star of Matter sensors.

by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #Review

Thursday, November 13, 2025

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Ikea removes cloud integrations for Google, Apple, and Alexa, betting on Matter-only options

Ikea makes a key shift in how it handles smart home hardware.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Gateway #News

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

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Q&A: Bridge or Native? How manufacturers make decision in Matter

CSA and Matter device makers gather to discuss Matter adoption and future.

by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Window Covering #On/Off Light Switch #Bridge #Industry News

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

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SMARTWIZ+ art frame is released with Matter notification and OBTR capabilities

An innovative E-Ink display with a Matter-managed OTBR.

by Ward Zhou in #Thread Border Router #News

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

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TP-Link launches Tapo P410M outdoor plug with Matter and solar power monitoring

Tapo adds a new member to manage outdoor power.

by Ward Zhou in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

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