Installing Matter smart switches involves unexpected hurdles: complex 3/4-way wiring, crowded multi-gang boxes, tricky neutral wire bundles, and hidden costs like wall plates.
Struggling with gifting options? Here are some ideas for the holiday season.
Grab Roborock's flagship robot home cleaning system for less this Black Friday.
Cross a few Matter smart devices off your wish list with SwitchBot's Black Friday sale.
Everything you want to know about Matter Cameras.
Cameras, smart garden kits, and more advanced energy management is here with the latest Matter spec.
A more affordable presence sensor with Thread connectivity.
Here is a quick take and full setup guide for Thread.
Aqara introduces more Matter and Thread devices to warm up your house.
Zigbee 4.0 features a new Sub-GHz range (Suzi), unified Smart Energy compatibility, next-gen cryptographic security, and hubless setup via Zigbee Direct.
Another Matter-over-Thread presence sensor is on the way.
Google Home finally gets less cloud-reliant.
Smart switch installation is manageable for homeowners: the process is simpler than expected, but identifying line/load wires and ensuring a neutral wire is essential for Matter switches.
TP-Link Tapo smart switches, chosen for Matter compatibility, low cost, and hub-free Wi-Fi control, prove to be the best-reviewed, unbranded option for whole-home smart lighting.
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.
Homey Pro and Homey Mini smart hubs can expand your smart home's capabilities thanks to the all-new Matter Bridge app.
Here are first wave of Matter 1.4 lightbulb updates.
The new star of Matter sensors.
Ikea makes a key shift in how it handles smart home hardware.
CSA and Matter device makers gather to discuss Matter adoption and future.