Amazon Debuts 21-Inch Echo Show: A Game-Changer for Matter, Thread, and Zigbee Smart Homes

Amazon has taken smart home displays to a new level with the announcement of the Echo Show 21, featuring a massive 21-inch screen - the largest yet for the Echo lineup. Beyond its size, this flagship device integrates cutting-edge smart home technology, including Matter Controller, Thread Border Router, and Zigbee hub capabilities, making it a compelling option for connected homes.

Matter 1.4 Is Here, But What Does It Add to Your Smart Home?

Sticking to its Spring/Fall release cycle, the Connectivity Standards Alliance has today announced Matter 1.4. This brings a collection of overall improvements, including new features, revised functionality on existing features, and support for new device types.

IKEA's Matter-compatible Smart Home Products

One of the easiest ways to start building a Matter-compatible smart home is to head to IKEA. But it’s not immediately clear which IKEA devices will work with Matter, and which ones are tied to IKEA’s previous smart home platform, TRADFRI. So, to help you out, we’ve collected all of IKEA’s smart home devices with Matter compatibility in one place.

Thread 1.4 Released: Finally the One Home Network to Rule Them All?

Thread 1.4 simplifies smart home networking by unifying devices into a single, more reliable mesh network, addressing past setup issues and enhancing overall interoperability and performance.

A Look at the New Matter Smart Home Products Announced at IFA Berlin 2024

IFA Berlin 2024 showcased a wealth of new tech, much of which you can expect to see in shops over the coming months. Along with the usual audio gear, mobile phones, and laptops, IFA Berlin 2024 was the launchpad for a collection of new smart home technology, much of which has been built with support for Matter.

Tapo P400M Matter Outdoor Smart Plug Review: Matter Goes to the Great Outdoors

By now, you've most likely heard about all the many ways that Matter can simplify your smart home. But up until recently, Matter was limited to inside our homes, leaving key areas out in the cold—quite literally. That changes with the Tapo P400M Outdoor Smart Plug.

Thread's 2024 Enhancements and What They Mean For Matter

The Thread protocol's 2024 credential sharing Improvements significantly enhances the smart home ecosystem by unifying diverse networks.

Matter Smart Home Standard Version 1.2 Released with 6 New Device Categories

Matter version 1.2 was released today, with support for bigger smart-home gadgets such as refrigerators, robot vacuum cleaners, washing machines, dishwashers, and much more.

Nanoleaf Essentials Holiday String Lights Certified by Matter

Previously unannounced Matter-certified product unveiled by Matter Alpha. Update: Product has been released by Nanoleaf and is available for purchase!

Big Ass Fans, Loxone, Allegion Latest Members to join Matter Standard Group

Prominent smart home integrator Loxone, Big Ass Fans, Schlage among latest companies to join the Matter smart home standard.

IFA 2023 - Turning point for Matter devices?

IFA 2023 is right around the corner, scheduled for September 1-5th, 2023 in Berlin Germany.

Leviton Launches First Matter-Enabled Outdoor Smart Plug

Leviton, a global leader in smart home solutions, has just unveiled its newest addition to the award-winning Decora Smart Wi-Fi line - the first-ever Matter Outdoor Smart Plug.

Aqara LED Strip T1 Now Available in the US

Pair with Aqara Hub to gain access to your Matter smart home

Great deal on the TP-Link Tapo P125 Matter Enabled Smart Plug at Amazon

Great deal on the TP Link Tapo P125M Matter-enabled smart plug on Amazon. Regularly $49.99, with this coupon it is available for $39.99

Nature Remo nano released - Matter first enabled IR blaster

A new model of the popular smart remote control, "Nature Remo nano," has been announced, and it's designed to retrofit future home appliances and lifestyles. Priced at 3,980 yen ($28 USD), it's an affordable option for a Matter-compatible IR blaster.