The smart home is evolving — not because of AI, but because the industry is finally converging on the Matter standard that ...

IKEA smart home gear delivers stable control and $10 sensors, with Matter compatibility so you can grow the system over time.

Smart homes integrate automation for efficiency, security, and convenience. Invest in compatible smart devices to avoid integration issues. Consider cost, learning curve, and privacy risks with smart ...

It doesn't surprise me that the uptake of a hardware standard is slow and painful, and in the case of Matter, it has proven to be slower and more painful than I (and most) thought. That said, I don't ...

Matter, as a smart home standard, would make everything about owning a smart home better. Devices could be set up with any phone, for either remote or local control, put onto any major platform (like ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. In recent years, the "smart home" concept has become increasingly mainstream. What was once the incredibly expensive home of the future, ...