Home Assistant Matter Hub: Expose Devices to Apple, Google & Alexa
UPDATED 2026: Guide for exposing Home Assistant devices to Matter, allowing you to bridge them to other ecosystems like Apple, Google and Alexa.
Best Thread Border Routers for Home Assistant 2026
Discover the best local Thread Border Routers for Home Assistant. Compare USB, PoE, and DIY OTBR options for Matter without cloud or vendor lock-in.
Aqara FP300 Presence Multi-Sensor Teardown and Review
Dismantling and testing the new Aqara FP300 Presence Multi-sensor. PIR, mmWave, temperature, humidity and illuminance in one battery-powered device!
Zemismart A270 Zigbee Smart Lock Review and Home Assistant Integration
AliExpress Reviews: Zemismart A270-Z Zigbee Smart Lock with in-handle fingerprint reader, touch keypad, NFC reader and physical keys as unlocking method.
Home Assistant Christmas Lights with Local Control
If you care about Home Assistant and local control, this list contains some of the Best, Locally-controlled Christmas lights for your Smart Home.
Sensereo MS-1 Matter over Thread Smoke Alarm Review
Detailed review of the new Sensereo MS-1 photoelectric smoke alarm with Matter-over-Thread. Dual battery, 85dB siren, and a 7-year sensor lifespan.
SwitchBot Smart Video Doorbell Review
SwitchBot’s new 2K Video Doorbell offers motion detection, a local monitor, and up to 512GB card storage, but Home Assistant integration is limited.
Best Amazon Black Friday and Cyber Monday Smart Home Deals 2025
Comprehensive list of the ALL Smart Home Deals for Amazon’s Black Friday and Cyber Monday sale, lasting from November 28th to December 1st in 2025.
Home Assistant ZBT-2 Zigbee and Thread Coordinator Review
The new Home Assistant ZBT-2 Zigbee & Thread Coordinator promises better performance and rock-solid stability, but is it an upgrade over what you already have?
SmartWings Skylight Roof Window Shades Review
The new SmartWings Skylight Shades are designed for roof windows, featuring Matter over Thread motors, solar charging, and seamless Home Assistant integration.
