HomeAssistant and SmartThings Embrace Matter 1.3

Samsung SmartThings and the open source Home Assistant have become the first platforms to support Matter 1.3. But hold on: wasn’t Matter 1.3 released in May 2024? It’s taken five months for adoption, so why is Matter adoption so slow?

A Look at the New Matter Smart Home Products Announced at IFA Berlin 2024

IFA Berlin 2024 showcased a wealth of new tech, much of which you can expect to see in shops over the coming months. Along with the usual audio gear, mobile phones, and laptops, IFA Berlin 2024 was the launchpad for a collection of new smart home technology, much of which has been built with support for Matter.

Apple Puts Swift on Cheap ESP32 Boards—And Shows How to Make DIY Matter Accessories

Now you can make a DIY Matter accessory... in Swift!

Matter Unlocks Google Home APIs

Google Home has been revived, and undergone a transformation. While the name was largely retired in favor of Google Nest, it has been re-envisioned as a new element in smart home development.

Matter 1.3 Levels Up Your Smart Home with EVs, Water Management, and More

Matter 1.3 was released by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) on May 8, 2024. It adds new device type support for kitchen appliances, EV chargers, and more.  It also introduces enhanced features for existing hardware. However, there is one expected device type for which support has not yet been introduced.

The Best Matter-Compatible Robot Vacuum Cleaners

If you're interested in expanding the possibilities of your smart home set-up, you've probably already considered a robot cleaner. Matter-compatible ones are coming in 2024, so let's take a look at what to expect.

Thread's 2024 Enhancements and What They Mean For Matter

The Thread protocol's 2024 credential sharing Improvements significantly enhances the smart home ecosystem by unifying diverse networks.