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The 5 Funniest Smart Home YouTube Videos

The promise of a slick, functional smart home is tantalizingly within reach, and failure is frustrating. But just sometimes, it’s a good idea to sit back, take a more holistic view of the situation, and let yourself have a bit of a chuckle. After all, we managed okay before the smart home came along. With this in mind, here are five funny smart home videos guaranteed to lighten the mood.
by Christian Cawley in #Explainer
Friday, November 22, 2024
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Amazon Debuts 21-Inch Echo Show: A Game-Changer for Matter, Thread, and Zigbee Smart Homes

Amazon has taken smart home displays to a new level with the announcement of the Echo Show 21, featuring a massive 21-inch screen - the largest yet for the Echo lineup. Beyond its size, this flagship device integrates cutting-edge smart home technology, including Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, and Zigbee hub capabilities, making it a compelling option for connected homes.
by David Drager in #News #Manufacturer News
Friday, November 22, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Candelabra Light Bulbs

If you are on a quest to make all of your home's lighting smart, you've likely experienced the pain of trying to track down candelabra-style bulbs. To help make the process quicker and easier, we've rounded up all of the best available candelabra options so you can spend more time enjoying your smart home and less time searching.
by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Explainer
Thursday, November 21, 2024
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The Best Matter Black Friday Deals: Aqara, Govee, SwitchBot and More!

Smart home upgrades can be pricey, but Black Friday and Cyber Monday bring unbeatable deals! Score up to a third off top-rated Matter-compatible devices from leading brands—perfect for starting or expanding your setup.
by James Bruce in #Contact Sensor #Occupancy Sensor #Hub #Extended Color Light #News
Thursday, November 21, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Flood Light Bulbs

While standard-sized smart light bulbs may be great for lamps, they aren't quite the perfect fit for recessed and outdoor lighting fixtures. For these, you'll need larger flood light bulbs for a seamless look and Matter smart home convenience.
by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Extended Color Light #Explainer
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
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Aqara Adds Matter-Compatible Smoke Detector and Valve Controller to the Smart Home

Aqara has been spoiling smart home users with its increasingly common inclusion of Matter compatibility over the past few months. Two new products, previously announced but unavailable until now, underline the company’s commitment to Matter.
by Christian Cawley in #Hub #News
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
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Leadership Insights Provides a Look at How Matter Is Developing

The CEOs of the Connectivity Standards Alliance and the Wi-Fi Alliance recently put their heads together to discuss the impact of both bodies on the development of the smart home. It’s an interesting chat, but what are the takeaways that Matter from this discussion?
by Christian Cawley in #Industry News
Friday, November 15, 2024
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The Matter Wishlist: 5 Devices We Need in Our Smart Home

Matter is expanding its reach across the smart home space, but we've spotted a few common household items that could really do with some improved smart integration.
by Christian Cawley in #Air Purifier #Explainer
Thursday, November 14, 2024
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arre Temperature Sensor Review: New Name, Same Sensor

While arre may be unfamiliar to most, the company has been on the Matter scene for quite some time—albeit under the TUO name. A recent re-branding of the company hasn't changed much when it comes to hardware, as it continues to offer Matter-over-Thread essentials like smart buttons, and the device we'll be looking at today, the arre Temperature Sensor.
by Christopher Close in #Temperature Sensor #Review
Wednesday, November 13, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Smart Fans

With their ability to circulate the air and provide comfort on-demand, fans are an excellent way to beat the heat without firing up the AC. However, fans are only effective if you actually remember to turn them on, so why not let Matter take care of it for you?
by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Fan #Explainer
Tuesday, November 12, 2024
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Why Doesn't Matter Work With the Ring Doorbell, and Will it Ever?

The Matter smart home standard promises interoperability, compatibility, and an easier experience with your smart tech. But one area where there is still work to be done is with doorbells, particularly Amazon’s smart Ring doorbell. Does Matter work with Ring? If not, why doesn’t it? And will you ever be able to use a Ring doorbell on your Matter smart home?
by Christian Cawley in #Explainer
Monday, November 11, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Holiday Lights

Gone are the days of twinkly white lights with five patterns; now you can have a rainbow cornucopia of music-reactive and Matter-compatible smart lighting to lift the holiday spirits.
by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #Explainer
Friday, November 8, 2024
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Matter 1.4 Is Here, But What Does It Add to Your Smart Home?

Sticking to its Spring/Fall release cycle, the Connectivity Standards Alliance has today announced Matter 1.4. This brings a collection of overall improvements, including new features, revised functionality on existing features, and support for new device types.
by David Drager in #Thermostat #News
Thursday, November 7, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Smart Curtain Openers

We've explored how Matter-compatible window blinds offer an excellent mix of style and convenience with tons of materials, patterns, and colors to choose from previously. Now, it's time to turn to another window-covering option: curtain openers. In this guide, we'll cover the basics of Matter-compatible smart curtains openers, and how they integrate into your smart home.
by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Hub #Window Covering #Explainer
Tuesday, November 5, 2024
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What Matter Smart Home Devices Should a Beginner Start With?

If your smart home is just getting started, and Matter is something completely new to you, you'll need to get familiar with it without breaking the bank. Below, we’ve got five Matter devices you should get hold of if you’re new to smart homes.
by Christian Cawley in #Extended Color Light #Gateway #Explainer
Monday, November 4, 2024
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Are Smart Home Devices AI?

It's easy to think the modern smart home must be full of AI—from lights that turn on automatically to voice assistants that know everything! But is it really AI?
by James Bruce in #Explainer
Friday, November 1, 2024
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Best Matter-Compatible Smart Light Bulbs: Illuminating Your Smart Home

Smart bulbs are the cornerstone of any self-respecting smart home owner. But, with so many bulbs to choose from how do you know which ones are the best?
by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Extended Color Light #Color Temperature Light #Explainer
Thursday, October 31, 2024
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Can a Smart Home Function with No Internet?

One of the key elements of the growth of the smart home is the presence of wireless networking. Almost every home has some form of Wi-Fi router installed, and this makes it easier to manage and run smart tech and Internet of Things devices. But does your smart home need a permanent internet connection? Can your smart home function reliably without the internet?
by Christian Cawley in #Explainer
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Thermostats

The smart home environment is rapidly evolving, transforming our living spaces into places of convenience and efficiency. One key aspect is creating a comfortable and energy-saving environment, and Matter-compatible thermostats are poised to be game-changers in this arena.
by Christopher Close in #Thermostat #Explainer
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
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The Best Matter-Compatible Window Blinds

With Matter, you can seamlessly control your blinds from a single app or voice command, regardless of the manufacturer or platform. In this article, we will explore the top Matter-compatible window blinds that are currently available on the market.
by Christopher Close in #Window Covering #Gateway #Explainer
Monday, October 28, 2024
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