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Gemini for Home is rolling out for Google speakers and displays

Google is finally in real action to make Gemini available to Google Home users.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News

Thursday, October 2, 2025

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Amazon introduces new Echo speaker and display with Matter and Thread pre-loaded

Renewed Echo is here for AI-powered assistant Alexa Plus.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Basic Video Player #News

Wednesday, October 1, 2025

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CSA launches a new program to streamline Matter device development and certification

Matter is getting stronger from the base.

by Ward Zhou in #Temperature Sensor #Explainer #Industry News

Tuesday, September 30, 2025

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Are Matter smart home locks secure?

Matter isn't your smart lock's weakest link.

by Bertel King in #Door Lock #Explainer

Monday, September 29, 2025

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5 Ways my home has improved since I embraced Matter

Matter convinced me to build a smart home, and I'm glad it did.

by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Explainer

Friday, September 26, 2025

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Home Assistant 2025.10 adds new mounted device support and more Matter enhancements

A step closer to support area-specific cleaning via Matter.

by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #Hub #News

Friday, September 26, 2025

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What is Aliro, and how does it fit in with Matter?

The future of smart locks is Matter-compatible, thanks to Aliro.

by Bertel King in #Door Lock #Explainer

Thursday, September 25, 2025

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Nordic introduces high-end nRF54LM20A chipset for Matter and Aliro devices

Nordic keeps expanding its chipset options to power up Matter devices.

by Ward Zhou in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #On/Off Light Switch #Generic Switch #News

Thursday, September 25, 2025

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SmartThings hubs upgrade to Thread 1.4 with credential sharing feature

SmartThings TBR can finally join the others.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News

Wednesday, September 24, 2025

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What is a Matter bridge?

Understanding the importance of a bridge to what matters.

by Bertel King in #Gateway #Temperature Sensor #Hub #Bridge #Explainer

Tuesday, September 23, 2025

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Here's how I decide which smart home devices are a safe investment

No one wants to regularly replace a light switch.

by Bertel King in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Hub #Explainer

Monday, September 22, 2025

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Homey Pro and Homey Pro Mini receive a major Matter update

LG's Homey range is adding improvements to its base Matter experience.

by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News

Monday, September 22, 2025

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TCL plans a new Matter dehumidifier before the spec’s ready

A good practice to support Matter when the spec falls behind.

by Ward Zhou in #Fan #News

Friday, September 19, 2025

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Amazon could update Fire TV devices into full Matter smart home hubs

FireTV could power up Matter for Alexa in future updates.

by Ward Zhou in #Basic Video Player #Hub #News

Friday, September 19, 2025

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How to use a Matter button to play music from Spotify on a Sonos speaker (with Home Assistant)

Most smart home platforms offer a limited range of actions that a Matter button can initiate. But with the ultimate smart DIY tool of Home Assistant, you can achieve something much more impressive—without breaking your existing setup.

by James Bruce in #Generic Switch #How To

Thursday, September 18, 2025

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Dyson embraces Matter for its high-end air purifiers

A strong competitor is joining the Matter ecosystem.

by Ward Zhou in #Air Purifier #News

Wednesday, September 17, 2025

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Dreame recruits product managers, betting big on Matter

A key robot vacuum cleaner maker decides to go further with Matter.

by Ward Zhou in #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #News #Explainer

Tuesday, September 16, 2025

Aqara’s forward look: user choice, smart AI, and Matter’s fast track

More product updates packed with Matter and Aliro are coming from Aqara.

by Ward Zhou in #Contact Sensor #Occupancy Sensor #Gateway #News #FAQ

Monday, September 15, 2025

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SwitchBot extends Matter lineup with powerful AI and localized automation

SwitchBot evolves for AI-powered household.

by Ward Zhou in #Bridge #Dimmable Light #Extended Color Light #News

Thursday, September 11, 2025

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Philips Dynalite touch screen Matter bridge gets certification

The Philips Dynalite Matter Bridge has gained certification, but just as importantly, it looks pretty good too.

by Christian Cawley in #Gateway #Bridge #News

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

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