Flic Twist review: the ultimate all-in-one remote, button, and dimmer

The Flic Twist is a compact yet powerful smart home controller that combines a clickable button, a rotating dial, and 12 selectable modes into a single device. With support for up to 24 trigger and 12 analog controls, it offers an impressive level of scene and device management.

by James Bruce in #Other #Review

6 hours ago

Aqara releases Thread-enabled Voice Mate H1 in China

Aqara's Voice Mate H1, a compact, Thread-enabled voice controller with AI, launched in China for hands-on smart home automation and doubles as a smart remote.

by Ward Zhou in #Other #News

10 hours ago

Aqara launches new Matter-compatible M100 hub and sensor

Aqara launches its Matter-compatible M100 hub with Zigbee/Thread support and the global W100 climate sensor, part of their 2025 smart home lineup.

by Christian Cawley in #Temperature Sensor #Gateway #News

1 day ago

Aqara Hub M100 review: Best value Matter hub

Aqara’s best value Matter hub is here with all the features packed in a dongle.

by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Review

1 day ago

New Matter-over-Thread presence sensor got certified from GL.iNet

A new battery-powered presence sensor is coming with water resistance. The Lafaer Wireless Human Presence Sensor LWR01 is "coming soon."

by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #News

2 days ago

Meross Smart Plug MSS315 receives Matter 1.4 update

While you wait for initial Matter 1.3 support for energy monitoring plugs, some just got 1.4 firmware.

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

3 days ago

Flic 2 Button review: Everything’s better with Matter (sort of)

Flic 2 brings physical control back to your smart home with customizable click actions and new Matter support—sort of. While still useful for niche scenarios, aging hardware, clunky app design, and limited integrations leave it feeling a little… stuck in 2015.

by James Bruce in #Generic Switch #Other #Review

4 days ago

ThirdReality MK1 Magic Keyboard review: an ultimate Matter remote

A Matter-enabled keyboard is now a thing with up to 12 programmable switches to control your smart home.

by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Generic Switch #Review

Friday, April 18, 2025

OpenADR and Matter unite, bring the smart grid into the smart home

Smart homes & grid unite! New spec bridges OpenADR and Matter for seamless energy flexibility. Lower bills and even a greener future could be on the horizon.

by Christian Cawley in #Dishwasher #Industry News

Friday, April 18, 2025

Sonoff releases Matter-enabled shutter control module MINI-RBS

Sonoff's new Matter-enabled MINI-RBS automates curtains & blinds. Compact in-wall module works with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa & more for your DIY smart home.

by Ward Zhou in #Window Covering #News

Thursday, April 17, 2025

A look at controlling Matter with a smartwatch

A smartwatch is like a smart speaker that's always on your wrist, plus it has a screen, making it perfect for controlling your Matter smart home.

by Bertel King in #Extended Color Light #Explainer

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

CSA takes steps to explore Matter and long-range wireless capability

Matter devices with long-range communication capability? The Connectivity Standards Alliance is on the move.

by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Industry News

Wednesday, April 16, 2025

Shelly releases beta firmware for Gen 3 devices with Matter

The long-waited Matter support finally comes to Shelly Gen 3 devices, but is currently limited to the October 2022 specification.

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

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Aqara launches multi-protocol W100 climate sensor in China

Aqara released a dual-protocol climate sensor with programable switches and thermostat control features.

by Ward Zhou in #Temperature Sensor #News

Tuesday, April 15, 2025

Savant launches new Matter-compatible Keypad and Paddle Dimmer Smart Switches

Savant's new pair of smart dimmer switches make lighting adjustments and launching scenes quick and easy with physical, voice, and app-based controls.

by Christopher Close in #Dimmable Light #News #Manufacturer News

Monday, April 14, 2025

How do air purifiers benefit from Matter compatibility?

Matter doesn't currently add much to air purifiers, but compatibility is still a feature worth having.

by Bertel King in #Air Purifier #Explainer

Monday, April 14, 2025

Eve Energy gains Matter 1.3 and energy monitoring support

Eve Energy plugs now support power monitoring natively via Matter 1.3 firmware update.

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

Saturday, April 12, 2025

Will the Pergolux S3 connected pergolas make the garden Matter?

Smart Pergola S3 aims to redefine gardens with Matter. Control louvers, lighting, and heating via voice or app. AI automation and easy install blend indoor-outdoor living.

by Christian Cawley in #News

Friday, April 11, 2025

How to use Home Assistant to add Matter devices without a phone

Skip phone pairing woes with Home Assistant's hidden Matter setup. This guide details using Bluetooth/Thread dongles to add devices directly, bypassing app bugs and platform limits.

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

Friday, April 11, 2025

Flipper Devices unveils Busy Bar, a Matter-enabled LED display for productivity

Flipper Devices announces a new fancy productivity tool, the Busy Bar, which is expected to be Matter-enabled.

by Ward Zhou in #Other #News

Thursday, April 10, 2025