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Home Assistant announces official Matter support

Home Assistant announces official Matter support, which should please at least 25% of its user base.

TP-Link expands Matter portfolio with new Tapo smart relay modules

TP-Link expands its Tapo product line with two smart relay modules designed to convert traditional lighting and appliances into smart devices.

iOS 18.4 expands Matter support with smoke, CO, and water leak sensors

Apple Home adds smoke detectors, carbon monoxide (CO) detectors, and water leak sensors support with the iOS 18.4 developer beta.

New MacBook Air and Mac Studio Come with Thread Radio

Apple releases new MacBook Air and Mac Studio with Thread radio chips built-in.

Telecom Giant ZTE Unveils 4K AI Soundbar with Matter and Thread Built-in at MWC 2025

Govee launches New Matter-Compatible 2s Lite Temperature and Humidity Sensor

Govee's latest Matter release provides whole-home climate monitoring with remote viewing, timely alerts, and extra-long battery life.

SwitchBot's Adjustable Roller Shade Offers Customization and Smart Home Integration

SwitchBot's Roller Shade: Adjustable width (22.8"-72.8"), swappable fabrics (blackout, UV, insulating), and smart home integration via Matter. The ultimate window covering solution?

What Is Alexa+? How Amazon Will Bring ChatGPT-Grade Conversational AI to Your Smart Home

Amazon’s Alexa has long been the best of a bad bunch when it comes to smart voice assistants, but in a world where ChatGPT-style AI is redefining what’s possible, it feels outdated. That’s about to change with Alexa+, a new AI-powered upgrade that promises natural conversations, memory, and actual intelligence.

iOS 18.4 Brings Matter Robot Vacuum Control to Apple Home App

Do you use a robot vacuum cleaner with your iPhone? Now you can control your robot helper with Siri voice commands.

Meross Launches New Matter-Compatible Smart Outdoor Plug Globally

Meross' new smart oudoor plug supports Matter and has an IP44 rating to withstand the weather.

Eve Launches New Smart Dimmer Switch With Matter-Over-Thread Connectivity

Eve's new smart dimmer switch features a slick hybrid control scheme with a physical rocker and expansive touch surface.

Govee's New BR30 Smart Light Bulb Offers Millions of Colors and Matter Compatibility at an Affordable Price

Govee's latest Matter offering covers all of the smart home essentials at a price that won't break the bank.

SwitchBot Air Purifier Update Enables Hub-Free Matter-over-Wi-Fi Pairing

SwitchBot users can now connect their devices directly to Matter—and their preferred smart home ecosystem—without the need for one of the company's hubs.

Aqara Launches Camera Hub G5 Pro with Wi-Fi, PoE, and Smart Hub Functionality

Available in Wi-Fi and PoE models, Aqara's latest smart home security cameras offer premium image quality, AI object detection, and seamless smart home integration.

Amazon Expands Its Wi-Fi 7 Line With a Pair of New Eero Mesh Routers

Amazon's latest Wi-Fi 7 routers offer increased wireless performance, greater reliability, and support for more devices—all while acting as a Matter Controller and smart home hub.

New iPhone 16e Misses Thread Radio - A Curious Omission

Apple’s new iPhone 16e has been announced, but unlike other devices in the range, it doesn’t include Thread radio functionality. Why is this?

Anker's Eufy Smart Lock E31 Has $40 off at Amazon

Enhance your smart home security with $40 off the Eufy Smart Lock E31 for Prime members at Amazon right now.

The Govee Floor Lamp 2 with Matter Has 10% off at Amazon Right Now

The Govee Floor Lamp 2 with Matter has 10% off right now at Amazon, where you can also pick up Govee's Smart Table Lamp 2 with Matter.

Junlit's New Matter-Compatible Plug Crams Two Smart Outlets Into One Space-Saving Package

While there are plenty of dual outdoor plugs to go around, up until now you've needed a power strip or in-wall outlet for a two-in-one solution for inside. That all changes with this new release from junlit.

Legrand's New Smart Outdoor Dual Plug Brings Matter to the Great Outdoors

The latest addition to Legrand's Matter lineup makes controlling outdoor lighting, equipment, decor, and more a breeze.