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.
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.
After a wildly successful crowdfunding campaign, Aropbot's clever Matter-over-Thread window covering solution is now available on Amazon.
Tailored for outdoor environments, this low-voltage transformer brings Matter to hardwired pathway, deck, and landscape lighting.
From robot vacuums and curtain openers, to smart door locks and hubs, SwitchBot has a Prime Day deal for you.
From now until July 11th, you can score massive savings on select Aqara smart home devices.
This Prime Day, we've got you covered with our guide to the best Matter-over-Thread device deals around so you can make the switch to the latest and greatest technologies for less.
With home repair prices constantly on the rise, water leak sensors are a true smart home essential. In this guide, we'll show you the best Matter-compatible options on the market today.
A small water or gas leak can become a major flood or health hazard within seconds. The best Matter-compatible shutoff valves can stop the flow—and damage—with just a tap.
Tapo's latest Matter-compatible device goes beyond traditional outdoor smart plug offerings with full dimming and energy monitoring capabilities.
Can't recall if you closed the garage door? That common homeownership dread can be solved! A Matter-compatible garage door opener is a smart home essential.
Take your smart home along for the ride on your next road trip with Apple CarPlay Widgets.
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.
Another Eve smart home device gets a Matter 1.3 spec upgrade. Here's what's new.
SwitchBot's latest Matter device aims to simplify garage door monitoring with timely alerts, activity logging, and remote out-of-home controls.
New plug combines two Matter staples into one, making it a compelling option for hallways, kitchens, or bedrooms.
TP-link's latest Matter device offers multiple smart outlets, convenient USB ports, and energy monitoring capabilities, making it well-suited for a home office or theater.
Savant's new pair of smart dimmer switches make lighting adjustments and launching scenes quick and easy with physical, voice, and app-based controls.
Govee's latest smart light bulb brings millions of colors, dimming, and more to ceiling fans, chandeliers, and spotlights.
The latest Matter-compatible smart air purifier arrives just in time for the spring season.
The upcoming replacement for the aging Nest x Yale Lock plays nicely with every ecosystem thanks to built-in Matter-over-Thread connectivity.
