Matter Articles by Christopher Close
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Feb 21, 2025
SwitchBot Air Purifier Update Enables Hub-Free Matter-over-Wi-Fi Pairing
SwitchBot users can now connect their devices directly to Matter—and their preferred smart home ecosystem—without the need for one of the company's hubs.
Feb 21, 2025 -
Feb 20, 2025
Aqara Launches Camera Hub G5 Pro with Wi-Fi, PoE, and Smart Hub Functionality
Available in Wi-Fi and PoE models, Aqara's latest smart home security cameras offer premium image quality, AI object detection, and seamless smart home integration.
Feb 20, 2025 -
Feb 19, 2025
Amazon Expands Its Wi-Fi 7 Line With a Pair of New Eero Mesh Routers
Amazon's latest Wi-Fi 7 routers offer increased wireless performance, greater reliability, and support for more devices—all while acting as a Matter Controller and smart home hub.
Feb 19, 2025 -
Feb 17, 2025
Junlit's New Matter-Compatible Plug Crams Two Smart Outlets Into One Space-Saving Package
While there are plenty of dual outdoor plugs to go around, up until now you've needed a power strip or in-wall outlet for a two-in-one solution for inside. That all changes with this new release from junlit.
Feb 17, 2025 -
Feb 14, 2025
Legrand's New Smart Outdoor Dual Plug Brings Matter to the Great Outdoors
The latest addition to Legrand's Matter lineup makes controlling outdoor lighting, equipment, decor, and more a breeze.
Feb 14, 2025 -
Feb 13, 2025
Eve Light Switch Review: A Smart and Stylish Switch With a Little Extra Baggage
Are modern touch surface controls, Thread connectivity, and support for Matter enough for the Eve Light Switch to overcome its added bulk and premium price? Here's our hands-on review.
Feb 13, 2025 -
Feb 10, 2025
SwitchBot Launches Matter-Compatible K10+ Pro Combo Robot Vacuum Cleaning System
With an incredibly tiny robot vacuum, cordless stick vacuum, and self-emptying base, SwitchBot's new Matter-compatible cleaning system can do it all.
Feb 10, 2025 -
Feb 7, 2025
arre Launches Revamped Matter-Over-Thread Contact Sensor
The former TUO Contact Sensor gets a new slimmed-down design and a battery size change.
Feb 7, 2025 -
Feb 5, 2025
Matter-Compatible SmartWiz+ Mirror Now Available on Amazon
Matter's first smart mirror combines a multi-functional display with an unassuming design that blends effortlessly with a home's decor.
Feb 5, 2025 -
Jan 28, 2025
SwitchBot's Matter-Compatible Smart Air Purifiers Are Now Available on Amazon
SwitchBot's new pair of versatile smart air purifiers offer HEPA filtration, RGB lighting, Matter, and more.
Jan 28, 2025 -
Jan 27, 2025
Google's Gemini AI Smart Home Extension Leaves Public Preview, Now Available to Everyone
Gemini is now ready to control your Matter-compatible smart home devices with a new extension for Google Home.
Jan 27, 2025 -
Jan 20, 2025
The Best Matter-Compatible Spotlight Bulbs
In our ongoing series that explores the best Matter-compatible light bulbs, we've covered floodlights, candelabra, and standard A19 options. Today, we'll be taking a look at the most common bulb type for spotlights and track lighting—GU10.
Jan 20, 2025 -
Dec 18, 2024
Nanoleaf rolls out Matter Early Access for the Sense+ Smart Wireless Switch
Nanoleaf Sense+ owners can now control Matter-compatible smart home devices from any vendor with just a click.
Dec 18, 2024 -
Dec 17, 2024
Yale's Linus Smart Lock L2 is Now Matter-Compatible Thanks to a New Firmware Update
Yale's slick smart door lock now seamlessly integrates with Matter-compatible devices and ecosystems with a new firmware update.
Dec 17, 2024 -
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