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Switchbot door lock pro

SwitchBot to release Matter version of Smart Lock Pro

A new SwitchBot Matter device is on the way to automate your existing door locks at home.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Door Lock #News
19 hours ago
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PSA: Your mobile VPN could be breaking your Matter smart home

If you’re using a VPN on your mobile device, that’s great – but with the wrong settings, you could be messing up Matter enrollment.
by Christian Cawley in #Gateway #How To
3 days ago
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Arpobot's crowdfunded Matter-over-Thread retrofit Smart Shade lands on Amazon

After a wildly successful crowdfunding campaign, Aropbot's clever Matter-over-Thread window covering solution is now available on Amazon.
by Christopher Close in #Window Covering #News
5 days ago
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SwitchBot Evaporative Humidifier to receive Matter support in August

Could Switchbot humidifiers be getting Matter 1.4 support through an upcoming update?
by Ward Zhou in #Fan #News
6 days ago
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Hunter Douglas expands Matter to PowerView Gen 3 products

Hunter Douglas PowerView Gen 3 products will finally support Matter via a gateway
by Ward Zhou in #Window Covering Controller #News
6 days ago
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Home Assistant reviewed: Is this the Matter smart home solution we need?

It's not for the masses yet, but if you're ready to give Home Assistant a try, this is as easy as it gets.
by Bertel King in #Review
Monday, July 21, 2025
What is Matter?

What is the Matter smart home standard?

Matter is an open, IP-based standard designed to unify smart home devices across platforms, with local-first control and strong security baked in. It eliminates vendor lock-in by ensuring interoperability between certified accessories, regardless of brand or ecosystem.
by James Bruce in #Hub #Explainer
Friday, July 18, 2025
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Matter and cloud services: The role of cloud platforms

Matter doesn't rely on the cloud, but many Matter-compatible devices and services do.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Extended Color Light #Explainer
Thursday, July 17, 2025
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Eve Shutter Switch EU will soon receive Matter support

Eve's window blind and shutter controls will get Matter compatibility soon.
by Ward Zhou in #Window Covering #News
Thursday, July 17, 2025
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Ikea “patched” OpenThread Border Router API on Dirigera Hub

A new update to Ikea's Dirigera hub seems to have changed its Thread compatibility.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Gateway #News #Explainer
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
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Aqara adds adaptive lighting on Apple Home for T2 lightbulbs

Smart light bulbs get additional illumination features remotely switched on.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Extended Color Light #Color Temperature Light #News
Wednesday, July 16, 2025
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DEWENWILS Matter-compatible Low Voltage Landscape Transformer launches on Amazon

Tailored for outdoor environments, this low-voltage transformer brings Matter to hardwired pathway, deck, and landscape lighting.
by Christopher Close in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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What’s next for Matter: Targets to level up in quality and more

It's been almost 3 years since the release of Matter. How far has it come, and what is still left to do?
by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #Industry News
Tuesday, July 15, 2025
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Why are manufacturers using Matter over Wi-Fi, and not Thread?

Despite Thread being a technically superior protocol for Matter devices, most manufacturers and consumers still prefer Wi-Fi due to confusing setup requirements, extra certification costs, and the need for additional hardware like Thread Border Routers.
by James Bruce in #Hub #Explainer
Monday, July 14, 2025
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Sonoff and eWeLink to release Matter air quality sensor soon

Making air quality Matter could be the new focus for your smart home setup.
by Ward Zhou in #Gateway #Air Quality Sensor #News
Monday, July 14, 2025
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Ultimate guide to shop native Matter sensors

We've listed all the sensors with native Matter support currently available on the market, so you can plan some awesome automations...
by Ward Zhou in #Contact Sensor #Occupancy Sensor #Temperature Sensor #Extended Color Light #Air Purifier #Smoke CO Alarm #Explainer #FAQ
Friday, July 11, 2025
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The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp will confuse and delight you in equal measure

The Govee Uplighter Floor Lamp looks stunning and delivers a unique ripple lighting effect, but sacrifices control and colour accuracy. Matter support is present but clunky, limiting its usefulness as a truly smart lamp.
by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #Review
Friday, July 11, 2025
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Philips Hue prices have gone up: here are the best alternatives with Prime Day deals!

Philips Hue once led the smart lighting game, especially with immersive Ambilight TV setups—but skyrocketing prices and vendor lock-in make it hard to recommend today. With Matter-compatible alternatives from Govee, Linkind, and Aqara offering similar features for a fraction of the price, it’s time to switch.
by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News
Friday, July 11, 2025
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Aqara Doorbell G410 review: solid option with all-in-one Matter gateway integration

The Aqara G410 Doorbell is here, but Matter integration moving forward is currently a case of "wait and see."
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Review
Thursday, July 10, 2025
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Prime Day 2025: the best SwitchBot smart home device deals

From robot vacuums and curtain openers, to smart door locks and hubs, SwitchBot has a Prime Day deal for you.
by Christopher Close in #Gateway #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #Air Purifier #News
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
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