What is Matter Casting and Which Devices Support It? You’ve probably used Chromecast or AirPlay, or any of the other wireless video casting systems. They’re useful for sharing media on your mobile device to a TV, whether video or photos. Smart home protocol Matter has its own casting technology, Matter Casting. by Christian Cawley in #Explainer 1 day ago
The Best Matter-Compatible Temperature and Humidity Sensors Keeping an eye on your home's climate is crucial for ensuring the comfortability of everyone in your household. While smart thermostats are a great place to start, they only monitor the room in which they are installed. For expanded coverage, you may want to consider a Matter-compatible temperature and humidity sensor. by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Temperature Sensor #Explainer 2 days ago
Govee Floor Lamp 2 Review: The Immersive, Smart Lighting Tower The Floor Lamp 2 is a freestanding smart light tower that offers bright, dynamic scenes and immersive DreamView compatibility by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #Review Friday, April 26, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Strip Lights LED strip lights are truly a smart home staple - and for good reason. These flexible wonders of light can bring color and ambiance to pretty much anywhere. Whether you are looking for a strip light for underneath the cabinets, or you want to amp up your holiday displays, you've come to the right place. by Christopher Close in #Explainer Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Home Assistant Joins The Open Home Foundation Home Assistant has announced that it is undergoing a significant shift in its management structure. It will now be overseen by a new non-profit organization, the Open Home Foundation. How will this shift affect Home Assistant's future? by Mark O'Neill in #News Monday, April 22, 2024
Matter 1.3 is Coming Out Spring 2024. Here's What to Expect Spring 2024 is the expected timeframe for the release of Matter 1.3. This revision to the standard is likely to build upon the previous version, adding further interoperability, support for new device categories, and security enhancements. by Christian Cawley in #Explainer Thursday, April 18, 2024
How to Add a Matter Device to the Google Home app If you are going with Google for all your smart home needs, you'll spend the bulk of your time managing devices in the Google Home app either on Android or iOS. In this guide, we'll cover everything you need to know about adding your device to Google's smart home platform. by Christopher Close in #Explainer Thursday, April 18, 2024
AiDot WELOV P200 Pro Air Purifier Review It's the world's first Matter air purifier, but that doesn't mean much at the moment when the major players don't support the device type. Even so, it's a superb appliance that can operate completely autonomously until it's time to change the filter. by James Bruce in #Air Purifier #Review Tuesday, April 16, 2024
How to Add a Matter Device to the Apple Home App For iPhone users, Apple's Home app serves as a one-stop destination for controlling and managing your Matter devices. We'll show you how easy it is to add your Matter devices so you can be up and running with Siri voice and Apple Home app controls in minutes. by Christopher Close in #Explainer Monday, April 15, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Door and Window Sensors If you want to enhance your home's security or add an extra touch of automation, consider installing a Matter-compatible door and window sensor. These versatile sensors offer much more than their name or appearance might suggest. by Christopher Close in #Contact Sensor #Explainer Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Govee Neon Rope Light 2 Review: Stunning Light Display, Limited Only by Your Imagination It has never been easier to create your own incredible-looking custom neon-style wall lighting fixtures. by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #Review Friday, April 5, 2024
Does Matter Share my Wi-Fi Credentials With the Smart Home Device? When you add a new Matter device to your smart home setup, it requires access to your network. But does Matter share the Wi-Fi credentials with the device? If so, is this secure? by Christian Cawley in #Explainer Thursday, April 4, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Motion Sensors With the ability to detect motion, send timely notifications, and automate your home's lighting, motion sensors are essential to the modern smart home. by Christopher Close in #Occupancy Sensor #Gateway #Explainer Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Will Matter Cause Wireless Network Congestion? The answer is complicated, but there are ways to mitigate any potential issues. by James Bruce in #Explainer Friday, March 29, 2024
How Do Matter Devices Receive Updates? Matter-compatible devices occasionally receive updates, adding new functionality and features, and ensure the devices remain secure. New versions of Matter have so far been released periodically, but how do these updates reach your existing Matter compatible devices? by Christian Cawley in #Explainer Monday, March 25, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Robot Vacuum Cleaners If you're interested in expanding the possibilities of your smart home set-up, you've probably already considered a robot cleaner. Matter-compatible ones are coming in 2024, so let's take a look at what to expect. by Christian Cawley in #Industry News Thursday, March 21, 2024
What is a Thread Border Router? Bridge, controller, border router—what does it all mean!? In this explainer, we'll do a deep dive into the Thread Border Router (and why you might already have one). by James Bruce in #Hub #Gateway #Explainer Thursday, March 21, 2024
The Hottest Matter Devices from CES 2024 Now we've had time to digest it all and wade through the sea of smart bulbs and plug sockets, here’s the tech that actually got us excited. by James Bruce in #Gateway #Extended Color Light #Air Purifier #Door Lock #News Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Aqara P2 Door and Window Sensor Review: Affordable and Reliable Matter over Thread Sensor Priced at around $30, the Aqara P2 is a simple and cost-effective way to add door or window sensing to your smart home arsenal. by James Bruce in #Contact Sensor #Review Monday, March 11, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Smart Room Heaters: Taking Control of Your Comfort With the convenience, control, and potential cost savings they offer, Matter-compatible smart room heaters are poised to become a popular choice for creating a personalized and efficient heating experience in your home. by Mark O'Neill in #Explainer Friday, March 8, 2024