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I compared Thread, Zigbee, and Matter - here's the best smart home setup for you

As a smart home user, you've probably heard multiple mentions of Thread, Zigbee, and Matter from different companies, and seen all three names printed on boxes for smart home devices or in their ...
Geeky Gadgets

How to Build DIY Zigbee Devices for Smart Home Automation

Have you ever wished your smart home devices could do just a little bit more—something uniquely tailored to your needs? Maybe you’ve dreamed of a home automation sensors that tracks the exact ...
PC World

Shelly looks to raise the bar for smart plugs with its 4th-gen device

PCWorld reports that Shelly’s new Plug Gen4 smart plug launches at $19.99 with Matter certification and dual Wi-Fi/Zigbee connectivity. The device offers real-time energy monitoring, safety features, ...

ZemiSmart Rolls Out Budget Smart Home Gadgets For Old Appliances. But Cloud Dependency And Data Rules Shape What Buyers Really Get.

ZemiSmart Matter IR blaster and AC controller launch July 3, 2026, bringing legacy infrared appliances into Apple Home, ...
The Verge

Zigbee’s next big update lets you add smart home devices without a hub

Zigbee 4.0 devices will support direct setup from a smartphone and Sub-GHz wireless bands to increase their range. Zigbee 4.0 devices will support direct setup from a smartphone and Sub-GHz wireless ...