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Govee Xmas Sparkle Lights review: Maximum twinkle

They’re brighter, smarter, and “more sparkly” than the Xmas Strings 2 — and still DreamView and Matter compatible — but the complex app is starting to show signs that it's really not suitable for simple holiday displays.
by James Bruce in #Extended Color Light #Review
6 hours ago
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Top Matter offers for power users during Black Friday season

Discover advanced Matter options to modify your home creatively this Black Friday.
by Ward Zhou in #Window Covering #Extended Color Light #On/Off Plug-in Unit #On/Off Light #News
9 hours ago
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Permanent lights, temporary price: grab a set of Nanoleaf's multicolor outdoor lights for as low as $59 this Black Friday

Make this year's trip up the ladder your last with this amazing Nanoleaf deal at Walmart.
by Christopher Close in #Extended Color Light #News
1 day ago
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Top discounts for Aqara smart home kit for Black Friday

All the bargain Aqara door looks, sensors, and cameras with Matter capabilities.
by Ward Zhou in #Camera #Hub #Door Lock #Gateway #News
1 day ago
SwitchBot Candle Lamp Warmer

Will the SwitchBot Candle Warmer Lamp make your smart house a home?

Tthis Matter-enabled device offers flame-free ambiance, easy setup, dimming, and is a great way to introduce smart home comforts.
by Christian Cawley in #Dimmable Light #Review
2 days ago
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Integrating 50 lights with a smart home ecosystem

It's the smart features that really Matter.
by Bertel King in #Hub #Explainer
2 days ago
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Issues I ran into while installing Matter smart switches

Installing Matter smart switches involves unexpected hurdles: complex 3/4-way wiring, crowded multi-gang boxes, tricky neutral wire bundles, and hidden costs like wall plates.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Explainer
3 days ago
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Best Matter gifts to pick during Black Friday

Struggling with gifting options? Here are some ideas for the holiday season.
by Ward Zhou in #Extended Color Light #Dimmable Plug-In Unit #Temperature Sensor #Air Purifier #Door Lock #Occupancy Sensor #Hub #Dimmable Light #Color Temperature Light #On/Off Plug-in Unit #News
3 days ago
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Black Friday 2025: Roborock's flagship Saros Z70 robot vacuum gets a massive 50% off discount

Grab Roborock's flagship robot home cleaning system for less this Black Friday.
by Christopher Close in #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #News
5 days ago
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Black Friday 2025: the best SwitchBot smart home device deals

Cross a few Matter smart devices off your wish list with SwitchBot's Black Friday sale.
by Christopher Close in #Air Purifier #Gateway #Extended Color Light #Door Lock #Robotic Vacuum Cleaner #Dimmable Light #News
5 days ago
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What is a Matter camera, and how does it work?

Everything you want to know about Matter Cameras.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Explainer
5 days ago
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Matter 1.5: Cameras lead the way as the standard grows into new parts of the home

Cameras, smart garden kits, and more advanced energy management is here with the latest Matter spec.
by Ward Zhou in #On/Off Plug-in Unit #Gateway #Explainer #Industry News
5 days ago
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Meross introduces Matter-over-Thread presence sensor MS605 with Zone detection

A more affordable presence sensor with Thread connectivity.
by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #News
6 days ago
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Home Assistant Connect ZBT-2 Thread dongle first take: the finest dongle ever

Here is a quick take and full setup guide for Thread.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Thread Border Router #How To
6 days ago
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Aqara launches W600 radiator thermostat and M200 Matter hub

Aqara introduces more Matter and Thread devices to warm up your house.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #Temperature Sensor #News
6 days ago
Zigbee is a smart home and IoT mesh network

Will Zigbee 4.0 be the foundational standard for a unified Matter smart home?

Zigbee 4.0 features a new Sub-GHz range (Suzi), unified Smart Energy compatibility, next-gen cryptographic security, and hubless setup via Zigbee Direct.
by Christian Cawley in #Industry News
Tuesday, November 18, 2025
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Zemismart’s new Matter-over-Thread presence sensor passes certification

Another Matter-over-Thread presence sensor is on the way.
by Ward Zhou in #Occupancy Sensor #News
Monday, November 17, 2025
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Google Home app finally adds local control for Matter

Google Home finally gets less cloud-reliant.
by Ward Zhou in #Hub #News
Monday, November 17, 2025
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Installing a smart switch is easier than I thought

Smart switch installation is manageable for homeowners: the process is simpler than expected, but identifying line/load wires and ensuring a neutral wire is essential for Matter switches.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Explainer
Sunday, November 16, 2025
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Why I chose Tapo lights

TP-Link Tapo smart switches, chosen for Matter compatibility, low cost, and hub-free Wi-Fi control, prove to be the best-reviewed, unbranded option for whole-home smart lighting.
by Bertel King in #On/Off Light #Dimmable Light #Explainer
Saturday, November 15, 2025
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