Aqara launches the Smart Lock U200 Lite (£127.99) in Europe, a Matter-over-Thread retrofit lock with multiple unlocking options and future Aliro support.
Aqara introduces App Localized Control for hubs, enabling local management of Matter and Zigbee devices even during server outages, boosting reliability... eventually.
Google Home expands Matter support with new door lock functionalities like access control and guest profiles. Favorites, Home summary widget, and web console also enhanced.
Apple TV's tvOS 26 upgrades to Thread 1.4, promising enhanced performance, improved credential sharing, and a new Fluid Glass design for smart homes.
Major home appliance maker Midea issueing a recall on its Matter-compatible Midea U and Midea U+ window air conditioners.
In a team-up no one saw coming, a range of Jimmy Darts-endorsed Matter smart home bulbs are heading to Walmart to raise funds for “those in need.”
Leedarson launches the OREiN OL05S, a Matter 1.3-certified smart bathroom exhaust fan ($265.99) with integrated fan, tunable light, Bluetooth speaker, and sensors.
Yeelight is entering the Thread market with a new IoT radio module, signaling future Matter-over-Thread lighting products and expanding options in the smart home.
Amazon Matter Casting apps for Android/iOS to update to Matter 1.4, enhancing stability and streaming to Fire TV devices.
A new batch of Matter 1.4 updates is coming to the SmartSetup range of switches and outlets, thanks to the Fast Track Certification.
Govee's Matter-certified Galaxy Light Projector 2 Pro is coming soon, offering Wi-Fi/Bluetooth control and aurora/star projections for indoor ambiance.
Nanoleaf launches Matter Smart Multicolor Rope Light ($69.99, Walmart): 5-meter customizable RGB strip with 70 zones, ideal for creative indoor lighting.
Another Eve smart home device gets a Matter 1.3 spec upgrade. Here's what's new.
Sonoff has introduced an upgraded dongle to boost your open-source smart home setup, compatible with Thread and Zigbee.
SwitchBot's latest Matter device aims to simplify garage door monitoring with timely alerts, activity logging, and remote out-of-home controls.
Another tech giant starts to explore the Matter market, as Xiaomi announces the release of a new white and RGB smart bulb.
Aqara has partnered with A-OK to bring Matter-enabled motorized shades, including curtains and blinds, to global users, expanding smart home options.
Govee is bringing more color to your kitchen and other rooms with an incredible Matter-compatible pendant light with various settings for RGB mixing and brightness.
Four more Matter-enabled lights from Govee are coming to elevate your home ambiance, from light bars to string lights and even a lamp post.
Almost all Ikea Zigbee devices will soon be Matter-compatible with the Dirigera Hub, thanks to a new update bringing the bridge to Matter 1.3 specification.