All Matter Explainer Articles
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Dec 15, 2025IKEA's Matter-compatible Smart Home Products
One of the easiest ways to start building a Matter-compatible smart home is to head to IKEA. But it’s not immediately clear which IKEA devices will work with Matter, and which ones are tied to IKEA’s previous smart home platform, TRADFRI. So, to help you out, we’ve collected all of IKEA’s smart home devices with Matter compatibility in one place.
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Dec 10, 2025STMicroelectronics releases first Matter-ready NFC chip, how does it work?
Next-gen Matter devices will be easier to set up with enhanced NFC features.
Dec 10, 2025 -
Dec 10, 2025The best Matter-compatible holiday lights
Gone are the days of twinkly white lights with five patterns; now you can have a rainbow cornucopia of music-reactive and Matter-compatible smart lighting to lift the holiday spirits.
Dec 10, 2025 -
Dec 9, 2025SmartThings announces Matter 1.5 camera support: Update
Matter Camera could arrive faster than expected.
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Dec 9, 2025I just connected my first Matter-compatible smart locks—here's what it's like
Lockly Secure Link adapters add Matter compatibility to existing Wi-Fi smart locks, enabling unified control and automation within major smart home platforms, despite minor limitations.
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Dec 4, 2025Google and Apple are ready to optimize your battery-powered sensors
Your Matter sensors’ batteries will soon last longer.
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Dec 1, 2025Ikea new Matter listings reveal rechargeable AAA battery usage and more
More details show up as new Ikea Matter devices become available in Sweden.
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Nov 29, 2025Things I've learned from upgrading all of the wall switches in my home
Matter smart switches keep regular function (low friction) but have glowing lights; main benefit is checking all lights at a glance for under $1,000 total cost.
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Nov 28, 2025Smart home notifications are more curse than blessing
There are many reasons to want smart devices, but notifications may not be one of them after all.
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Nov 23, 2025Integrating 50 lights with a smart home ecosystem
It's the smart features that really Matter.
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Nov 22, 2025Issues I ran into while installing Matter smart switches
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.
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Nov 20, 2025What is a Matter camera, and how does it work?
Everything you want to know about Matter Cameras.
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Nov 20, 2025Matter 1.5: Cameras lead the way as the standard grows into new parts of the home
Cameras, smart garden kits, and more advanced energy management is here with the latest Matter spec.
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Nov 16, 2025Installing a smart switch is easier than I thought
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.
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Nov 15, 2025Why I chose Tapo lights
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.
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Nov 14, 2025The best Matter-compatible thermostats
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.
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Nov 10, 2025Ikea’s new Matter lineup is here, but what’s still missing?
Hera are the IKEA Zigbee classics to be renewed with Matter.
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Nov 5, 2025CSA members work to integrate Matter into OpenWrt
A big union of open-source projects.
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Oct 29, 2025The best Matter-compatible temperature and humidity sensors
Keeping an eye on your home's climate is crucial for ensuring the comfortability of everyone in your household. While smart thermostats are a great place to start, they only monitor the room in which they are installed. For expanded coverage, you may want to consider a Matter-compatible temperature and humidity sensor.
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Oct 17, 2025First PLC Matter Bridge appears in CSA database
Matter keeps expanding with the new PCL Matter Bridge.
Oct 17, 2025