What are the downsides of using Matter?

Here on MatterAlpha, we like to wax lyrical about the benefits of Matter. But maybe you're wondering if there are any downsides to using it? Here are three possible downsides you should be currently aware of.

by Mark O'Neill in #Explainer

Friday, November 17, 2023

What is the difference between Matter and Thread?

Matter and Thread. What are they in their simplest terms? How do they differ from one another? Do you need Thread to use Matter?

by Mark O'Neill in #Explainer

Wednesday, November 15, 2023

What is the Matter Smart Home Standard?

If you're only now hearing about a smart home standard called Matter, you may be wondering what it is all about. Here's a summary.

by Mark O'Neill in #Extended Color Light #Door Lock #Explainer

Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The first robot vacuum cleaner arrives with imminent Matter support

The SwitchBot Mini K10+ robot vacuum cleaner comes out today - and it will have Matter support by January.

by Mark O'Neill in #News

Friday, November 10, 2023

IKEA brings out its first smart LED strip - with Matter compatibility coming

IKEA is bringing out a competitively-priced LED light strip, with Matter compatibility on the way. Could the IKEA effect bring down smarthome product prices elsewhere?

by Mark O'Neill in #News

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Aliro jumps into the smart locks game with Matter

Google, Apple, and Samsung are teaming up to bring the Matter open-standard to smart locks. Named Aliro, you can expect to see something in just over a year from now.

by Mark O'Neill in #Door Lock #News

Thursday, November 9, 2023

Matter Smart Home Standard Version 1.2 Released with 6 New Device Categories

Matter version 1.2 was released today, with support for bigger smart-home gadgets such as refrigerators, robot vacuum cleaners, washing machines, dishwashers, and much more.

by David Drager in #News

Monday, October 23, 2023

Nanoleaf Essentials Holiday String Lights Certified by Matter

Previously unannounced Matter-certified product unveiled by Matter Alpha. Update: Product has been released by Nanoleaf and is available for purchase!

by David Drager in #Extended Color Light #News

Monday, October 2, 2023

Nanoleaf updates its Essentials smart lightbulbs for Matter

Nanoleaf has brought out an update to their Essentials smart bulb range to be compatible with Matter. Although the bulb itself hasn't changed.

by Mark O'Neill in #Extended Color Light #News

Monday, October 2, 2023

Aqara rolls out Dual Relay Module T2 compatible with Matter

Aqara has brought out a Matter-compatible Dual Relay Module T2 with a price tag of only 35 Euros, along with a nice 10% discount on top.

by Mark O'Neill in #News

Thursday, September 28, 2023

Big Ass Fans, Loxone, Allegion Latest Members to join Matter Standard Group

Prominent smart home integrator Loxone, Big Ass Fans, Schlage among latest companies to join the Matter smart home standard.

by David Drager in #Window Covering #News

Tuesday, September 26, 2023

IFA 2023 - Turning point for Matter devices?

IFA 2023 is right around the corner, scheduled for September 1-5th, 2023 in Berlin Germany.

by David Drager in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News

Monday, August 28, 2023

Leviton Launches First Matter-Enabled Outdoor Smart Plug

Leviton, a global leader in smart home solutions, has just unveiled its newest addition to the award-winning Decora Smart Wi-Fi line - the first-ever Matter Outdoor Smart Plug.

by David Drager in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News

Wednesday, August 23, 2023

Aqara LED Strip T1 Now Available in the US

Pair with Aqara Hub to gain access to your Matter smart home

by David Drager in #Color Temperature Light #Gateway #News

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

Great deal on the TP-Link Tapo P125 Matter Enabled Smart Plug at Amazon

Great deal on the TP Link Tapo P125M Matter-enabled smart plug on Amazon. Regularly $49.99, with this coupon it is available for $39.99

by David Drager in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News

Saturday, August 12, 2023

Nature Remo nano released - Matter first enabled IR blaster

A new model of the popular smart remote control, "Nature Remo nano," has been announced, and it's designed to retrofit future home appliances and lifestyles. Priced at 3,980 yen ($28 USD), it's an affordable option for a Matter-compatible IR blaster.

by David Drager in #Gateway #News

Wednesday, August 2, 2023