What Is Alexa+? How Amazon Will Bring ChatGPT-Grade Conversational AI to Your Smart Home

Amazon’s Alexa has long been the best of a bad bunch when it comes to smart voice assistants, but in a world where ChatGPT-style AI is redefining what’s possible, it feels outdated. That’s about to change with Alexa+, a new AI-powered upgrade that promises natural conversations, memory, and actual intelligence.

by James Bruce in #News #Explainer

Thursday, February 27, 2025

iOS 18.4 Brings Matter Robot Vacuum Control to Apple Home App

Do you use a robot vacuum cleaner with your iPhone? Now you can control your robot helper with Siri voice commands.

by Paula Beaton in #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #News

Thursday, February 27, 2025

Meross Launches New Matter-Compatible Smart Outdoor Plug Globally

Meross' new smart oudoor plug supports Matter and has an IP44 rating to withstand the weather.

by Paula Beaton in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News #Manufacturer News

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Eve Launches New Smart Dimmer Switch With Matter-Over-Thread Connectivity

Eve's new smart dimmer switch features a slick hybrid control scheme with a physical rocker and expansive touch surface.

by Christopher Close in #Dimmable Light #News #Manufacturer News

Wednesday, February 26, 2025

Connectivity Standards Alliance Confirms Membership Tiers for IoT Development

The Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) now offers two membership tiers: Adopter and Participant. From leveraging existing IoT standards to actively shaping future ones, the CSA provides options for all connected device companies.

by Christian Cawley in #Industry News

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Govee's New BR30 Smart Light Bulb Offers Millions of Colors and Matter Compatibility at an Affordable Price

Govee's latest Matter offering covers all of the smart home essentials at a price that won't break the bank.

by Christopher Close in #News #Manufacturer News

Tuesday, February 25, 2025

Conquer Matter Issues on Your SmartThings Hub

Having trouble connecting your Matter devices to your Samsung SmartThings Hub? This guide provides quick and easy troubleshooting tips to get your smart home back on track.

by Christian Cawley in #How To

Monday, February 24, 2025

What is Matter.js? How to Make a Virtual Device Switch

Matter.js is a JavaScript implementation of the Matter smart home protocol, letting you create, simulate, and control devices using simple code. In this guide, I’ll show you how to build a virtual PC suspend switch to remotely put your computer to sleep.

by James Bruce in #How To #Explainer

Saturday, February 22, 2025

SwitchBot Air Purifier Update Enables Hub-Free Matter-over-Wi-Fi Pairing

SwitchBot users can now connect their devices directly to Matter—and their preferred smart home ecosystem—without the need for one of the company's hubs.

by Christopher Close in #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #Air Purifier #News #Manufacturer News

Friday, February 21, 2025

Aqara Launches Camera Hub G5 Pro with Wi-Fi, PoE, and Smart Hub Functionality

Available in Wi-Fi and PoE models, Aqara's latest smart home security cameras offer premium image quality, AI object detection, and seamless smart home integration.

by Christopher Close in #Gateway #News #Manufacturer News

Thursday, February 20, 2025

Amazon Expands Its Wi-Fi 7 Line With a Pair of New Eero Mesh Routers

Amazon's latest Wi-Fi 7 routers offer increased wireless performance, greater reliability, and support for more devices—all while acting as a Matter Controller and smart home hub.

by Christopher Close in #News #Manufacturer News

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

New iPhone 16e Misses Thread Radio - A Curious Omission

Apple’s new iPhone 16e has been announced, but unlike other devices in the range, it doesn’t include Thread radio functionality. Why is this?

by Christian Cawley in #News

Wednesday, February 19, 2025

Anker's Eufy Smart Lock E31 Has $40 off at Amazon

Enhance your smart home security with $40 off the Eufy Smart Lock E31 for Prime members at Amazon right now.

by Paula Beaton in #Door Lock #News

Tuesday, February 18, 2025

The Govee Floor Lamp 2 with Matter Has 10% off at Amazon Right Now

The Govee Floor Lamp 2 with Matter has 10% off right now at Amazon, where you can also pick up Govee's Smart Table Lamp 2 with Matter.

by Paula Beaton in #Extended Color Light #News

Monday, February 17, 2025

Junlit's New Matter-Compatible Plug Crams Two Smart Outlets Into One Space-Saving Package

While there are plenty of dual outdoor plugs to go around, up until now you've needed a power strip or in-wall outlet for a two-in-one solution for inside. That all changes with this new release from junlit.

by Christopher Close in #News #Manufacturer News

Monday, February 17, 2025

Legrand's New Smart Outdoor Dual Plug Brings Matter to the Great Outdoors

The latest addition to Legrand's Matter lineup makes controlling outdoor lighting, equipment, decor, and more a breeze.

by Christopher Close in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News #Manufacturer News

Friday, February 14, 2025

Eve Light Switch Review: A Smart and Stylish Switch With a Little Extra Baggage

Are modern touch surface controls, Thread connectivity, and support for Matter enough for the Eve Light Switch to overcome its added bulk and premium price? Here's our hands-on review.

by Christopher Close in #On/Off Light #Review

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Aqara's Latest Matter Over Thread Switches Land in the US

Following its January launch in the EU, Aqara's H2 Light Switch US is now available to buy in the US, with Matter over Thread and Zigbee connectivity.

by Paula Beaton in #News

Thursday, February 13, 2025

Where Do You Find the Matter Pairing Code?

Can't find the QR code for your Matter smart home device? Here are all the places you can find the QR code to enroll your new smart home gear.

by Christian Cawley in #Gateway #How To

Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Pre-Orders Reopen for the Sold Out Flic Duo Button With Matter Control

Want a smart button you can take anywhere? Pre-orders have just re-opened for the previously sold out Flic Duo, so now's your chance!

by Paula Beaton in #News

Wednesday, February 12, 2025