Aqara thermostat W500 and presence multi-sensor FP300 are officially certified

Aqara's new Matter-over-Thread thermostat and multi-purpose presence sensor are coming with official certifications.

IKEA rumored testing Matter-over-Thread shortcut button Bilresa

A new Matter-over-Thread generic switch may come soon from IKEA. The Bilresa shortcut button will probably connect via the Dirigera Matter bridge.

Aqara entry-level Matter controller M100 is available in China

Aqara’s new M100 hub won’t bankrupt you for all the essentials you need for Matter.

How to configure an open source Matter bridge at Home

Bridge Zigbee2MQTT & Shelly to Matter via Matterbridge! Install on Docker or Home Assistant, configure plugins, and add devices to any Matter platform.

Samsung SmartThings app and hub get Matter 1.4 certification

Samsung's SmartThings ecosystem has officially received Matter 1.4 certification for its applications and hub.

Panasonic invests $32.8 million in Matter thermo vendor Tado

Panasonic invests $32.8 million in Matter thermo vendor Tado

Amazon Basics’ first Matter plug surfaces on CSA filings

We may soon have cheaper Matter devices as Amazon Basics made an entry with a first Matter plug.

ThirdReality teases Matter-over-Thread fingerbot switch MT1

ThirdReality teased Matter-over-Thread fingerbot switch MT1, allowing users to bring a dumb switch to Matter.

How to build a Thread 1.4 OpenThread border router

A guide to build a Thread 1.4 OpenThread border router and use it with Home Assistant, Google Home, and SmartThings.

Home Assistant announces official Matter support

Home Assistant announces official Matter support, which should please at least 25% of its user base.

TP-Link expands Matter portfolio with new Tapo smart relay modules

TP-Link expands its Tapo product line with two smart relay modules designed to convert traditional lighting and appliances into smart devices.

iOS 18.4 expands Matter support with smoke, CO, and water leak sensors

Apple Home adds smoke detectors, carbon monoxide (CO) detectors, and water leak sensors support with the iOS 18.4 developer beta.

New MacBook Air and Mac Studio Come with Thread Radio

Apple releases new MacBook Air and Mac Studio with Thread radio chips built-in.

Telecom Giant ZTE Unveils 4K AI Soundbar with Matter and Thread Built-in at MWC 2025

Timmerflotte, Ikea’s First Matter-Over-Thread Sensor, Could Signal Dirigera Hub Upgrades

Ikea's FCC filing reveals the Timmerflotte sensor, their first Thread device, hinting at Dirigera hub upgrades. This move signals a deeper push into Matter, potentially unifying smart home ecosystems for wider compatibility.

Aqara Expands Matter Bridge Functionality with Scene and Signal Synchronization

Aqara boosts Matter interoperability with its M3 Hub. New "Advanced Bridging" features let users seamlessly integrate complex Aqara scenes and triggers into Apple Home, Home Assistant, and Samsung SmartThings, expanding control beyond the Aqara ecosystem.