Matter.JS Server now offers ultimate tool to troubleshoot Matter and Thread
Troubleshooting Thread is now easier with Home Assistant.
Ward Zhou
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The smart home "RAM tax" is real—here’s how to avoid it
The $199 Home Assistant Green price hike is a warning: the RAM tax is here. Build a cheaper smart home by using "invisible" hubs in your TV, fridge, or router.
Christian Cawley
I didn’t expect de-Googling my phone to break parts of my smart home
Google is entangled into more parts of our lives than you might think.
Bertel King
Here’s how to easily bridge IKEA devices to SmartThings
Recent revisions to the IKEA Dirigera makes bridging lights, sensors, and smart plugs almost effortless.
Christian Cawley
Aqara Presence Soft Sensor now simplifies complex Matter automations
Group up your Matter sensors with Aqara
Ward Zhou
One of the best reasons to switch to this Matter thermostat has nothing to do with Matter
I'm glad this thermostat has Matter, but there's another aspect that makes it even more accessible.
Bertel King
Smart home security in the Matter era: What's still missing?
Matter is finally a viable security platform. From Aliro locks to native cameras, here is how to protect your home without relying on the cloud.
Bertel King
How to plan your trip to IKEA for Matter devices
IKEA’s Matter gear is a bargain, but finding it is a maze. Here is how to navigate the aisles—and the meatballs—to find the smart home tech.
Christian Cawley
What is mmWave and how does it make your home smarter?
mmWave presence sensors use radar instead of old-school motion detection, letting your smart home know when someone is actually still in the room, not just when they wander past it. Here’s how mmWave works, where it shines, and why it’s one of the best upgrades for smarter lighting and automation.
James Bruce
4 ways Matter multi-admin quietly fails
A Matter device can be controlled by two smart home platforms at once, but that doesn't mean it's easy—especially if you own a bunch.
Bertel King
Ultimate guide to pick up IKEA lamps and Matter smart bulbs
This guide saves you from countless options.
Ward Zhou
What is the difference between Matter and Thread?
Matter and Thread. What are they in their simplest terms? How do they differ from one another? Do you need Thread to use Matter?
Christian Cawley
Here’s what I learned about building a Matter smart home in the UK
From navigating "no-neutral" light switches to optimizing OpenTherm heating against some of the highest energy tariffs in the world, building a smart home in the UK requires a bit of regional research to ensure your Matter gear actually fits your walls.
Christian Cawley
Are there any downsides of using Matter?
Matter promises a unified smart home where everything "just works," but the reality is still a bit of a mixed bag...
Christian Cawley
Can a monitor be the center of your smart home? Matter on a smart monitor
A monitor can be a smart way to set up a dashboard for your smart home.
Bertel King
Matter and XR: A look at SmartThings on the Galaxy XR headset
There isn't yet a compelling reason to control your smart home in extended reality, but the technology is already here.
Bertel King
Matter’s missing pieces: The major tech brands resisting the smart home standard
Matter promised a unified smart home, but giants like Ring and Lutron are still resisting. Why are these industry leaders staying "Matter-free"?
Christian Cawley
How does Aliro work with Samsung Wallet?
Aliro is now available with Aqara U400 and Samsung Galaxy phones.
Ward Zhou
The best Matter-compatible mmWave presence sensors
Eliminate automation misfires and nuisance alerts for good with ultra-precise mmWave radar technology.
Christopher Close
What new Matter advances can we look forward to in the near future?
Matter’s steady rollout is just the start. From AI-driven routines to energy-saving tech, here’s what the next decade of Matter looks like for your smart home.
Christian Cawley