Aqara Hub M3

The Hottest Matter Devices from CES 2024

Now we've had time to digest it all and wade through the sea of smart bulbs and plug sockets, here’s the tech that actually got us excited.

What is a Thread Border Router?

Bridge, controller, border router—what does it all mean!? In this explainer, we'll do a deep dive into the Thread Border Router (and why you might already have one).

Can I Customize Any Device to Work with Matter?

Don't want to buy all-new devices just so they work with Matter? Don't worry, there's a few ways to retrofit old appliances.

Aqara P2 Motion and Light Sensor: Reliable Matter over-Thread Occupancy Sensing

A solid Matter over Thread occupancy sensor for your security needs, though it currently lacks deeper configuration options.

Aqara Hub M3 Review: Is There Anything This Little Box Can't Do?

It does so much besides, but the main reason to buy the Aqara Hub M3 is to add Matter control to existing Aqara products.

Everything You Need To Know About The Matter Pairing Process

Pairing your new Matter accessory should be simple—but behind the scenes there’s a lot going on. Here’s what you need to know about the process.

The Best Matter-Compatible IR Blasters

In our guide to the best smart plugs, we covered how they are a simple, yet effective way to add Matter capabilities to older devices with physical controls. However, smart plugs aren't so hot when it comes to devices that don't save their state after powering down or for those that rely on a remote. For these types of devices, you'll need to turn to a Matter-compatible IR Blaster to get the job done.

A Complete List of Thread Border Routers on The Market Today

Although Thread doesn't need a "hub" in the traditional sense, you will still need another piece of hardware—a Thread Border Router—to take advantage of its benefits. So, if you are just starting a smart home or making the move to Matter, you'll need to know which devices act as Thread Border Routers. Here's our complete list of all the Thread Border Routers on the market today.

DRAFT How Does a Thread Mesh Network Work, and What Are Its Advantages?

Mesh networking is critical to the smart home, and it's partly why Thread is the network of choice for Matter.