After graduating with a BAS in Technology Administration, Christopher has been covering Matter, Apple HomeKit, and the smart home industry for various sites including iMore, MakeUseOf, HomeKit News, and HomeKit Hero since 2018. Whether it is installing smart light switches, testing the latest door locks, or automating his households daily routines, Christopher has done it all.
After first teasing it at CES 2026, LIFX has finally released its Matter-compatible Smart Dimmer Switch. It combines traditional tactile controls with modern smart functionality.
There's finally an official way to view Thread network topology.
The wait for Schlage's first Matter-over-Thread smart lock is almost over.
Linkind’s new $8 smart plug combines power control with a dimmable LED night light. It’s a clever, space-saving Matter device that’s hard not to recommend.
Most USB devices are "always on," which is a pain for smart home hubs. The Fugetek USB Power Switch is a $15 fix that finally puts power in your control.
Apple’s iOS 27 update brings major smart home upgrades, from Thread 1.4 connectivity and 4K Secure Video to native energy management in the Home app.
5 things that Apple should—but probably won't—announce at this year's WWDC.
Add 24/7 home monitoring, emergency alerts, and additional automation possibilities to your home with these smart smoke detectors.
Linkind's latest provides fireplace vibes without the need for a fireplace.
Gain valuable insight into the security and climate aspects of your smart home with Apple Home activity history.
With Adaptive Lighting, you'll never have to worry about making color temperature adjustments again. Here's how to set it up for your Matter lights.
Keep your home comfortable and reduce energy consumption with Apple's new Adaptive Temperature feature for Matter thermostats.
Low-profile lighting kits feature dual protocols, dual sizes, and dual lighting zones.
Put the "auto" in home automation with Apple Home and Matter. Here's how!
Apple's Home app makes it easy to group your Matter devices together. We'll show you how.
Discover all the ways that Apple's Home app can help keep your Matter smart home looking neat and tidy.
Control multiple Matter accessories at once by creating an Apple Home scene. Here's how.
Just in time for the spring and summer seasons, this one of a kind device aims to cut down on maintenance time and energy costs with Matter.
Enbrighten's latest wave of Matter devices includes smart power solutions for both indoor and outdoor use.
Although Thread doesn't need a "hub" in the traditional sense, you will still need another piece of hardware—a Border Router—to take advantage of its benefits. Here are all the Thread Border Routers on the market today.
