SmartThings announces Matter 1.5 camera support: Update
Matter Camera could arrive faster than expected.
Ward Zhou
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I 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.
Bertel King
Google and Apple are ready to optimize your battery-powered sensors
Your Matter sensors’ batteries will soon last longer.
Ward Zhou
Ikea new Matter listings reveal rechargeable AAA battery usage and more
More details show up as new Ikea Matter devices become available in Sweden.
Ward Zhou
Things 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.
Bertel King
Smart 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.
Bertel King
Integrating 50 lights with a smart home ecosystem
It's the smart features that really Matter.
Bertel King
Issues 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.
Bertel King
What is a Matter camera, and how does it work?
Everything you want to know about Matter Cameras.
Ward Zhou
Matter 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.
Ward Zhou
Installing 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.
Bertel King
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.
Bertel King
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.
Christopher Close
Ikea’s new Matter lineup is here, but what’s still missing?
Hera are the IKEA Zigbee classics to be renewed with Matter.
Ward Zhou
CSA members work to integrate Matter into OpenWrt
A big union of open-source projects.
Ward Zhou
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.
Christopher Close
First PLC Matter Bridge appears in CSA database
Matter keeps expanding with the new PCL Matter Bridge.
Ward Zhou
Home Assistant Yellow is discontinued, here are the alternatives
Here are options to run Home Assistant with Matter.
Ward Zhou
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.
Ward Zhou
How to set up a PoE Thread dongle in Home Assistant
A guide to use Thread dongles with Home Assistant.
Ward Zhou