IKEA’s latest DIRIGERA firmware update introduces a newer Matter Controller and reduces mDNS network traffic, signaling a push for better reliability in large smart home setups.
A Matter-over-Wi-Fi curtain motor tested with Zemismart’s smart curtain track system. Reliable, app-free, and thankfully... Thread-free.
The days of flicking light switches in rhythmic patterns to pair devices are finally over. Matter 1.4 has quietly revolutionized smart home commissioning, making setup faster, more reliable, and—most importantly—less frustrating.
The latest ESPHome update introduces a new click-to-configure visual dashboard, significantly lowering the barrier to entry for building custom Thread extenders and Bluetooth proxies for your smart home.
SwitchBot has launched its new Outdoor Pan/Tilt Cam 3K, featuring AI-powered tracking and local NAS support, though it notably skips native Matter.
SwitchBot’s Standing Circulator Fan is a masterclass in design. It’s quiet, portable, and battery-powered—making it a must-have, even if its Matter integration is lackluster.
Nanoleaf is expanding its Matter lineup with a new dual-sided, 14-inch ceiling fixture. Featuring 28 addressable color zones and hub-free Wi-Fi, it’s designed to bring high-end lighting effects to your home for $79.99.
New dimmer makes connected lighting more accessible, offering homeowners an easy upgrade with broad compatibility and reliable performance.
SwitchBot’s latest ceiling light features native Matter-over-Wi-Fi for seamless local control without a hub. Starting at $49.99, it is available today.
No more choosing protocols. Signify and Silicon Labs are bringing simultaneous Zigbee and Thread to Philips Hue bulbs without factory resets.
If your smart home still relies solely on plugs and bulbs, you’re missing out. Here are five Matter-enabled device categories to level up your automation.
Samsung is introducing a $4.99/month fee for its SmartThings API, a move that could break free Home Assistant integrations for thousands of users.
Govee has filed for an IPO, revealing a profitable, high-growth business. Here’s what the filing tells us about its future smart home roadmap.
Apple’s cheapest Matter hub now costs $129, with increased prices on Apple TV and HomePod models due to surging memory costs. If you're building an Apple Home, here's how to beat the hikes.
The Home Assistant 2026.7 beta is here, adding advanced Matter diagnostic sensors, a redesigned Activity timeline, and simplified automation tools.
Home Assistant is rolling out a major Matter overhaul, replacing its legacy C++ SDK with a new Matter.JS-based server that brings Matter 1.5.1 and powerful new diagnostic tools to your smart home.
Level Home is offering its deepest discounts of 2026 this Prime Day. Save up to 25% on these discreet, Matter-ready smart locks for your front door.
There's a reason Govee dominates the Matter-compatible smart lighting market: because they offer great value, full Matter support, and have a huge range of compatible products. Here's our pick of the Govee Prime Day deals!
Prime Day is here, and Yeedi is slashing prices on its robot vacuum lineup by up to 67%. Here are the best deals to automate your home floors.
After first teasing it at CES 2026, LIFX has finally released its Matter-compatible Smart Dimmer Switch. It combines traditional tactile controls with modern smart functionality.