There's finally an official way to view Thread network topology.
At the inaugural Unify 2026, the industry moved from "can Matter work?" to "what can we build?" Here are the big trends shaping the future of your home.
The IKEA DIRIGERA is more than a simple smart hub. With recent updates, this budget-friendly device has evolved into a full Matter controller and more.
Matter 1.6 is here, but the best is yet to come. From ambient sensing to universal parent controls, here are 5 features currently in the works.
Matter 1.6 is here to fix the frustrations of the early smart home era. With Joint Fabric, NFC onboarding, and smarter thermostats, it’s finally maturing.
The wait for Schlage's first Matter-over-Thread smart lock is almost over.
SONOFF’s BASIC-1GSP moves smart monitoring into your electrical panel, offering 32A control and Matter-enabled energy tracking for heavy-duty circuits.
If your IKEA DIRIGERA is stuck on old firmware, you’re missing out on vital Matter and Thread support. Don't press the reset button—try this instead.
Aqara’s new H1 controller handles a massive 480W and supports both Zigbee and Matter-over-Thread, making it a dream for custom smart lighting projects.
Why? It targets the biggest pain point for shoppers (price and reliability) and acts as a bold, expert recommendation.
Linkind’s new $8 smart plug combines power control with a dimmable LED night light. It’s a clever, space-saving Matter device that’s hard not to recommend.
With the Matter 1.4 spec now unlocking advanced room-specific cleaning, choosing the right robot vacuum is more critical than ever. Here are the best Matter-enabled cleaners for a truly automated home in 2026.
Eufy’s new FamiLock trio brings Matter to your door, but they launch without Aliro support. Is this a dealbreaker for the future of digital keys?
Thread unification is here, mostly.
Billions of devices, one massive security bottleneck. Manufacturers are drowning in redundant red tape, but a new global standard is finally here to help.
Most USB devices are "always on," which is a pain for smart home hubs. The Fugetek USB Power Switch is a $15 fix that finally puts power in your control.
Lenovo is officially entering the smart home, and they aren't alone. From Bosch’s KNX bridges to Shelly’s "Pill," here is the best Matter tech from GILE.
Thinking about buying a robot vacuum cleaner? Here is everything you need to know.
Apple’s iOS 27 update brings major smart home upgrades, from Thread 1.4 connectivity and 4K Secure Video to native energy management in the Home app.
With dual-joint robotic arms and a chassis that climbs 10cm obstacles, Dreame’s new X60 Pro Ultra Complete looks more like a Star Wars droid than a vac.