SMLight SLZB-MR1 Multi-Radio Coordinator Setup and Review
Detailed review and setup process of the SMLight SLZB-MR1 Multi-Radio coordinator. Dual antennas for Zigbee and Thread, with LAN, USB, Wi-Fi and PoE support.
Weffort Smart Shades with Thread Review
Weffort produces affordable, smart motorized shades with Zigbee, Z-Wave and Matter over Thread motors, compatible with Home Assistant.
Zemismart MTP1 Matter over Thread Roller Shade Driver Review
The Zemismart MTP1 is a new Matter-over-Thread Roller Shade Driver compatible with roller, zebra, honeycomb, venetian and other bead chain window coverings.
Aqara Unveils Battery-Powered Presence Sensor at CES 2025
Aqara has showcased a new battery-powered presence sensor at CES 2025, the FP300, with built-in Zigbee & Thread support.
SmartWings Matter-over-Thread Shade Motors Review
Comprehensive review of SmartWings’ latest Matter-over-Thread roller blinds and shade motors. Stylish, well-built, and easy to install, set up, and use.
Aqara P2 Thread Motion and Light Sensor Review
Testing and disassembling the new Aqara P2 Thread Motion and Light Sensor and it’s Matter integration with Home Assistant and Google Home.
How to Convert Your Conbee II Stick Into a Thread Border Router
This guide details how to convert your old Conbee II Zigbee stick in to a Thread Border Router, reducing e-waste and saving money.
Nanoleaf Matter-over-Thread Downlight NL65E100 Review
Review and Home Assistant Integration of the Nanoleaf Matter-over-Thread Downlight model NL65E100, a high quality, low power, recessed ceiling light.
Why Matter is Irrelevant to Home Assistant Users
If you are a Home Assistant user, here’s my personal take on why you shouldn’t care about Matter and why it is irrelevant to you for the foreseeable future.
Aqara M3 Matter Hub Released: Should you upgrade?
Aqara recently announced the long awaited M3 Hub at CES 2024, promoting the new Matter Controller along with a couple of other new devices. Should you upgrade?
