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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

Qorvo adds three new chipsets to its Matter portfolio

Advanced chipsets are coming to bring more options for Matter device makers.

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.

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.

Ikea’s first Matter-over-Thread ceiling light leaked

Another Ikea Matter-over-Thread device leaked, one that can certainly brighten up your evening.

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.

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.

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.

Eve joins Works with Home Assistant, bringing better local automations

Another major device manufacturer joins the Home Assistant partnership via Matter.

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.

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.

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