Explainer
Dreame recruits product managers, betting big on Matter
A key robot vacuum cleaner maker decides to go further with Matter.
Ward Zhou has been immersed in the smart home and industrial tech space throughout his career. Based in Shenzhen, the industrial hub of smart home, he began his journey with local media outlets and a prominent smart home solution provider, eWeLink, cultivating his expertise in smart home devices and industrial dynamics. Ward has contributed hundreds of review and news pieces to respected publications such as TechNode, PingWest, and Caixin Global. When he’s not covering the latest in tech, Ward enjoys coding, design, street photography, and video games.
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Explainer
Aqara’s forward look: user choice, smart AI, and Matter’s fast track
More product updates packed with Matter and Aliro are coming from Aqara.
News
SwitchBot extends Matter lineup with powerful AI and localized automation
SwitchBot evolves for AI-powered household.
News
Apple adds Thread and UWB to entire iPhone 17 lineup, ready for Matter and Aliro
Apple introduced a chip N1 to power Thread connectivity on new iPhones.
Industry News
Home Assistant’s migrating to Matter.js for device integration
How the community makes open standards great.
News
10 Matter product highlights from IFA 2025
Here are 10 Matter devices to check out on IFA2025.
News
Philips Hue introduced dual-protocol lightbulb and new bridge
More high-quality Matter lights are coming from Hue.
Review
ThirdReality Switch MT1 review: a next-gen fingerbot with Matter and Thread
A plug-to-use smart switch bot with Matter and Thread support.
News
Sonoff launches new Zigbee and Thread dongle with upgraded MG24 chip
Sonoff has more options to power up your open smart home gear with Thread and Zigbee.
News
Home Assistant 2025.9 update adds more Matter features
Home Assistant brings new features for Matter energy plugs, valve, locks, sensors, and more.
Explainer
How Tado got it wrong: What smart home companies can learn
What is going on with Tado, and why is it targeting Trustpilot reviews?
News
Seven new Ikea Matter devices pass certification: Here are the details
Here's a look at the first seven new Matter devices from Ikea.
News
Aqara releases Matter 1.4 firmware for P2 Thread sensor duo
Here are updates you can not miss for the Aqara Door and Window Sensor P2 and Motion and Light Sensor P2
News
Google teases new Nest smart speaker and Gemini for Home AI
You will be able to use complex voice command for Google Home control, finally.
Explainer
Matter is dropping Bluetooth for setup: Here’s why
How Wi-Fi-only setup works without Bluetooth and what’s next.
News
InvisOutlet Aura launches on Kickstarter with a turnable nightlight
A multi-purpose outlet is on crowdfunding to bring extra ambiance to your home.
News
ThirdReality releases new Smart Plug M1 with Matter power meters
ThirdReality joins the market with a new Matter power meter plug.
Explainer
Pixel 10 Pro series continues Google’s Thread and Matter roadmap
More Pixel phones with Thread are coming to streamline your Matter experience.
News
Aqara to introduce a Matter-enabled TBR within touchscreen switch S100
Aqara is diving into Matter ecosystem with the all-in-one switch.
News
SwitchBot video doorbell monitor kit will come with a Matter bridge
SwitchBot keeps expanding its device categories with Matter support.