Matter Articles by Ward Zhou
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May 19, 2025
Home Assistant adds Matter mounted devices support
Home Assistant takes the lead to add more device types with community contributions for Matter 1.4 compatibility.
May 19, 2025 -
May 15, 2025
Qorvo adds three new chipsets to its Matter portfolio
Advanced chipsets are coming to bring more options for Matter device makers.
May 15, 2025 -
May 14, 2025
LG to add a new wall switch to its Thread offerings
LG silently strengthens its leadership in Matter and Thread market with a new connected light switch.
May 14, 2025 -
May 13, 2025
New Matter water leak detector surfaces on social media
PuzL Labs is developing PuzL Detect, a Matter-native water leak detector with temp/humidity sensing and rope probe, which could be first of its kind.
May 13, 2025 -
May 12, 2025
Ikea’s first Matter-over-Thread ceiling light leaked
Another Ikea Matter-over-Thread device leaked, one that can certainly brighten up your evening.
May 12, 2025 -
May 7, 2025
It's time to fix the labeling on bridged Matter devices
The badging of certain smart home devices as "Matter" compatible when they require a bridge is causing concern and confusion among smart home users.
May 7, 2025 -
May 7, 2025
Matter 1.4.1 brings a better setup experience
Matter 1.4.1 arrives with enhanced setup, multi-device QR codes, and NFC onboarding, streamlining smart home device integration. Rollout times vary.
May 7, 2025 -
May 6, 2025
Shelly launches 1L Gen 3 & 2L Gen 3 neutral‑free Wi‑Fi relays
Shelly's new listings would bring Matter to light switches without neutral wires.
May 6, 2025 -
May 5, 2025
Eve joins Works with Home Assistant, bringing better local automations
Another major device manufacturer joins the Home Assistant partnership via Matter.
May 5, 2025 -
May 2, 2025
How to boot up your PC with a Matter switch
Learn how to boot your PC remotely with Matter using a Sonoff MINI-D Switch or SwitchBot Relay Switch 1.
May 2, 2025 -
May 1, 2025
Aqara W100 Climate Sensor review: A great but unfinished piece for Matter
Aqara's W100 Climate Sensor reviewed: dual Zigbee/Matter support, sleek design, long battery, but Matter mode lacks key features. $39.99.
May 1, 2025 -
May 1, 2025
New Ikea smart light Blomprakt appears on FCC
Ikea Blomprakt smart lamp spotted in FCC filings! "Beautiful flora" light likely uses Zigbee, hinting at Matter compatibility via the Dirigera hub. Global launch expected. #SmartHome #Ikea #Matter
May 1, 2025 -
Apr 30, 2025
Eve Weather receives Matter 1.3 update and unit switch feature
More Eve devices are getting updates, bringing them up to Matter 1.3 specification.
Apr 30, 2025 -
Apr 29, 2025
Bosch Smart Kitchen Dock receives Matter 1.3 certification
Bosch to add more power to its Matter-enabled Smart Kitchen Dock with Matter 1.3 specification update, almost 12 months after the standard was issued.
Apr 29, 2025 -
Apr 25, 2025
Aqara releases Thread-enabled Voice Mate H1 in China
Aqara's Voice Mate H1, a compact, Thread-enabled voice controller with AI, launched in China for hands-on smart home automation and doubles as a smart remote.
Apr 25, 2025 -
Apr 24, 2025
Aqara Hub M100 review: Best value Matter hub
Aqara’s best value Matter hub is here with all the features packed in a dongle.
Apr 24, 2025 -
Apr 23, 2025
New Matter-over-Thread presence sensor got certified from GL.iNet
A new battery-powered presence sensor is coming with water resistance. The Lafaer Wireless Human Presence Sensor LWR01 is "coming soon."
Apr 23, 2025 -
Apr 22, 2025
Meross Smart Plug MSS315 receives Matter 1.4 update
While you wait for initial Matter 1.3 support for energy monitoring plugs, some just got 1.4 firmware.
Apr 22, 2025 -
Apr 18, 2025
ThirdReality MK1 Magic Keyboard review: an ultimate Matter remote
A Matter-enabled keyboard is now a thing with up to 12 programmable switches to control your smart home.
Apr 18, 2025 -
Apr 17, 2025
Sonoff releases Matter-enabled shutter control module MINI-RBS
Sonoff's new Matter-enabled MINI-RBS automates curtains & blinds. Compact in-wall module works with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa & more for your DIY smart home.
Apr 17, 2025