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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.

Paula Beaton Thursday, February 27, 2025

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.

Paula Beaton Wednesday, February 26, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Wednesday, February 26, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Tuesday, February 25, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Friday, February 21, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Thursday, February 20, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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?

Christian Cawley Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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.

Paula Beaton Tuesday, February 18, 2025

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.

Paula Beaton Monday, February 17, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Monday, February 17, 2025

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.

Christopher Close Friday, February 14, 2025

Aqara's Latest Matter Over Thread Switches Land in the US

Following its January launch in the EU, Aqara's H2 Light Switch US is now available to buy in the US, with Matter over Thread and Zigbee connectivity.

Paula Beaton Thursday, February 13, 2025

Pre-Orders Reopen for the Sold Out Flic Duo Button With Matter Control

Want a smart button you can take anywhere? Pre-orders have just re-opened for the previously sold out Flic Duo, so now's your chance!

Paula Beaton Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Eve's Matter-Enabled Light Switch Is Now 20% off at Amazon

In the market for a Matter-enabled light switch? Eve's Amazon sale includes its smart light switch and loads of other matter-compatible smart home products.

Paula Beaton Tuesday, February 11, 2025

SwitchBot Launches Matter-Compatible K10+ Pro Combo Robot Vacuum Cleaning System

With an incredibly tiny robot vacuum, cordless stick vacuum, and self-emptying base, SwitchBot's new Matter-compatible cleaning system can do it all.

Christopher Close Monday, February 10, 2025

arre Launches Revamped Matter-Over-Thread Contact Sensor

The former TUO Contact Sensor gets a new slimmed-down design and a battery size change.

Christopher Close Friday, February 7, 2025

Matter-Compatible SmartWiz+ Mirror Now Available on Amazon

Matter's first smart mirror combines a multi-functional display with an unassuming design that blends effortlessly with a home's decor.

Christopher Close Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 With Matter Have Up to $90 off on Amazon

Brighten up your home this winter with up to 20% off the Govee Permanent Outdoor Lights 2 with Matter right now at Amazon.

Paula Beaton Tuesday, February 4, 2025

Aqara Display Switch V1 Launches in Europe

Aqara launches its Display Switch V1 in Europe but there's no US release date as yet.

Paula Beaton Monday, February 3, 2025