Why 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.

The 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.

Ikea’s new Matter lineup is here, but what’s still missing?

Hera are the IKEA Zigbee classics to be renewed with Matter.

CSA members work to integrate Matter into OpenWrt

A big union of open-source projects.

The 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.

First PLC Matter Bridge appears in CSA database

Matter keeps expanding with the new PCL Matter Bridge.

Home Assistant Yellow is discontinued, here are the alternatives

Here are options to run Home Assistant with Matter.

Wi-Fi 8 is coming, and here are the benefits you’ll get for your Matter setup

The next-gen Wi-Fi technology is on the way, and your smart home is one of the destinations.

How to set up a PoE Thread dongle in Home Assistant

A guide to use Thread dongles with Home Assistant.

Top Matter-compatible smart home deals for Prime Day 2025

Upgrade your home with these cross-platform, Matter-ready smart devices — all with exclusive Prime Day discounts.

CSA launches a new program to streamline Matter device development and certification

Matter is getting stronger from the base.

Are Matter smart home locks secure?

Matter isn't your smart lock's weakest link.

5 Ways my home has improved since I embraced Matter

Matter convinced me to build a smart home, and I'm glad it did.

What is Aliro, and how does it fit in with Matter?

The future of smart locks is Matter-compatible, thanks to Aliro.

What is a Matter bridge?

Understanding the importance of a bridge to what matters.

Here's how I decide which smart home devices are a safe investment

No one wants to regularly replace a light switch.

Dreame recruits product managers, betting big on Matter

A key robot vacuum cleaner maker decides to go further with Matter.

I hope Matter devices are the "dumb" products of the future

Let's start with Matter and build from there.

How Tado got it wrong: What smart home companies can learn

What is going on with Tado, and why is it targeting Trustpilot reviews?

All of my Matter devices work as regular 'dumb' devices

My house still functions when the internet goes down: Does yours?