Matter Articles by Christopher Close
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Dec 12, 2024
j5create's 8-in-1 Matter-Compatible Smart Plug Power Strip Now Available at Best Buy
Matter finally has another smart power strip in its arsenal thanks to j5create.
Dec 12, 2024 -
Dec 12, 2024
Onvis Smart Plug S4 Review: Second Chances
Is the cheapest Matter-over-Thread smart plug around a bargain or a bust? We put the Onvis Smart Plug S4 to the test.
Dec 12, 2024 -
Dec 11, 2024
Tapo Launches New P210M Smart Wi-Fi Outlet with Energy Monitoring and Matter-Compatibility
TP-Link's new Tapo smart in-wall outlet features energy monitoring capabilities, Matter, and more all at an affordable price.
Dec 11, 2024 -
Dec 5, 2024
Meross Launches Matter-Compatible MTS300MA Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat in North America
Nest is no longer the only game in town when it comes to Matter-compatible HVAC thermostats thanks to a new release from Meross.
Dec 5, 2024 -
Dec 4, 2024
The Invisible Level Bolt Smart Lock Gets a Matter-over-Thread Upgrade
After bringing Matter to its flagship Level Lock+ in early November, Level Home is now extending its rollout to the company's original Bolt Smart Lock.
Dec 4, 2024 -
Dec 3, 2024
GE Cync Matter Indoor Smart Plug Review: In Cync With Matter
Although its price may give off cheap Wi-Fi accessory vibes, GE's Cync indoor plug is one of the best Matter-compatible smart plugs you can buy today. Read on to find out why.
Dec 3, 2024 -
Nov 27, 2024
New Firmware Updates Make Mill Wi-Fi Panels the First Matter-Compatible Smart Heaters
Matter gets its first smart heaters and a new smart plug just in time for winter.
Nov 27, 2024 -
Nov 26, 2024
Inovelli White Series Smart Dimmer Review: The Ultimate Matter Light Switch?
With a robust feature set that goes beyond simple lighting controls, solid build quality, and excellent performance and reliability, is the Inovelli White Series Smart Dimmer the ultimate Matter-compatible light switch? Read on to find out.
Nov 26, 2024 -
Nov 21, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Candelabra Light Bulbs
If you are on a quest to make all of your home's lighting smart, you've likely experienced the pain of trying to track down candelabra-style bulbs. To help make the process quicker and easier, we've rounded up all of the best available candelabra options so you can spend more time enjoying your smart home and less time searching.
Nov 21, 2024 -
Nov 20, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Flood Light Bulbs
While standard-sized smart light bulbs may be great for lamps, they aren't quite the perfect fit for recessed and outdoor lighting fixtures. For these, you'll need larger flood light bulbs for a seamless look and Matter smart home convenience.
Nov 20, 2024 -
Nov 13, 2024
arre Temperature Sensor Review: New Name, Same Sensor
While arre may be unfamiliar to most, the company has been on the Matter scene for quite some time—albeit under the TUO name. A recent re-branding of the company hasn't changed much when it comes to hardware, as it continues to offer Matter-over-Thread essentials like smart buttons, and the device we'll be looking at today, the arre Temperature Sensor.
Nov 13, 2024 -
Nov 12, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Smart Fans
With their ability to circulate the air and provide comfort on-demand, fans are an excellent way to beat the heat without firing up the AC. However, fans are only effective if you actually remember to turn them on, so why not let Matter take care of it for you?
Nov 12, 2024 -
Nov 5, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Smart Curtain Openers
We've explored how Matter-compatible window blinds offer an excellent mix of style and convenience with tons of materials, patterns, and colors to choose from previously. Now, it's time to turn to another window-covering option: curtain openers. In this guide, we'll cover the basics of Matter-compatible smart curtains openers, and how they integrate into your smart home.
Nov 5, 2024 -
Oct 31, 2024
Best Matter-Compatible Smart Light Bulbs: Illuminating Your Smart Home
Smart bulbs are the cornerstone of any self-respecting smart home owner. But, with so many bulbs to choose from how do you know which ones are the best?
Oct 31, 2024 -
Oct 29, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Thermostats
The smart home environment is rapidly evolving, transforming our living spaces into places of convenience and efficiency. One key aspect is creating a comfortable and energy-saving environment, and Matter-compatible thermostats are poised to be game-changers in this arena.
Oct 29, 2024 -
Oct 28, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Window Blinds
With Matter, you can seamlessly control your blinds from a single app or voice command, regardless of the manufacturer or platform. In this article, we will explore the top Matter-compatible window blinds that are currently available on the market.
Oct 28, 2024 -
Oct 24, 2024
Big Ass Fans Are Now Matter-Compatible Thanks to a New Firmware Update
Matter finally has its first ceiling fans with the release of a new update for Big Ass Fans.
Oct 24, 2024 -
Oct 22, 2024
The Best Matter-Compatible Outdoor Smart Plugs
With the prices of indoor Matter-compatible smart plugs falling rapidly, you may be tempted to place one outside for tasks like holiday lighting. And, although it may get by for a while, chances are, it won't last more than a few seasons—especially if it gets hit by rain or snow. To get the job done safely, you'll want to invest in a Matter-enabled outdoor smart plug.
Oct 22, 2024 -
Oct 21, 2024
The 5 Best Matter-Compatible Plugs
Today, we're going to look at Matter-compatible smart plugs, showcasing the top 5 picks that stand out for their ease of use, feature set, and compatibility with multiple smart home platforms.
Oct 21, 2024 -
Oct 16, 2024
Eve Energy Outlet Review: Automation You Can't See
As much as we love the original Eve Energy smart plug, it certainly isn't the prettiest of devices. Thankfully, Eve has a smart solution for this design/functionality dilemma: the Eve Energy Outlet. We go in-depth with this clever in-wall solution.
Oct 16, 2024