Matter Articles by Ward Zhou
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May 30, 2025
Nanoleaf introduces Matter Smart Multicolor Rope Light
Nanoleaf launches Matter Smart Multicolor Rope Light ($69.99, Walmart): 5-meter customizable RGB strip with 70 zones, ideal for creative indoor lighting.
May 30, 2025 -
May 29, 2025
Sonoff to release Zigbee/Thread PoE Dongle-M
Sonoff has introduced an upgraded dongle to boost your open-source smart home setup, compatible with Thread and Zigbee.
May 29, 2025 -
May 28, 2025
New Xiaomi Matter lightbulb is available in Germany
Another tech giant starts to explore the Matter market, as Xiaomi announces the release of a new white and RGB smart bulb.
May 28, 2025 -
May 27, 2025
Aqara expands global Matter options with A-OK shade partnership
Aqara has partnered with A-OK to bring Matter-enabled motorized shades, including curtains and blinds, to global users, expanding smart home options.
May 27, 2025 -
May 26, 2025
Govee Pendant Light receives Matter certification
Govee is bringing more color to your kitchen and other rooms with an incredible Matter-compatible pendant light with various settings for RGB mixing and brightness.
May 26, 2025 -
May 23, 2025
Govee introduced new Matter-compatible outdoor and gaming lights
Four more Matter-enabled lights from Govee are coming to elevate your home ambiance, from light bars to string lights and even a lamp post.
May 23, 2025 -
May 22, 2025
SwitchBot introduced Lock Ultra Vision Combo and Hub 3
SwitchBot has announced two new additions to its smart home lineup – the SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo and SwitchBot Hub 3
May 22, 2025 -
May 21, 2025
New thread power meter plug from LG got Matter certified
Home appliance maker LG adds a Thread-based plug with power meter to its Matter certification list, complete with energy consumption monitoring.
May 21, 2025 -
May 20, 2025
SwitchBot floor lamp available now in Japan, with EU and US launch imminent
Smart home device maker SwitchBot has just announced the availability of its new floor lamp with native Matter support in Japan, with EU and US launch to follow.
May 20, 2025 -
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