New Matter-compatible smart home devices offer advanced automation and local control features

The latest Matter-compatible smart home devices, including the LIFX Smart Mirror, ThirdReality TL2, and Aqara U400, introduce advanced automation capabilities and local control options. The LIFX Smart Mirror features 50 color zones and programmable touch buttons that integrate with Matter-enabled smart home ecosystems. The ThirdReality TL2 combines a digital clock, countdown timer, RGB night light, and a 60 GHz mmWave radar sensor for presence detection. The Aqara U400 smart lock utilizes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology for hands-free unlocking and supports Matter over Thread. Other notable devices include the Shelly Flood Gen4, which offers extended cable reach for leak detection, and the Tapo H500, a hub that bridges sub-GHz sensors into the Matter standard. These devices emphasize local connectivity, reducing reliance on cloud-based services and improving overall system reliability. The integration of these products into Matter-enabled platforms allows for more complex, cross-brand automation, such as using presence detection or hand gestures to trigger lighting scenes or security actions.

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The latest Matter-compatible smart home devices, including the LIFX Smart Mirror, ThirdReality TL2, and Aqara U400, introduce advanced automation capabilities and local control options. The LIFX Smart Mirror features 50 color zones and programmable touch buttons that integrate with Matter-enabled smart home ecosystems. The ThirdReality TL2 combines a digital clock, countdown timer, RGB night light, and a 60 GHz mmWave radar sensor for presence detection. The Aqara U400 smart lock utilizes Ultra-Wideband (UWB) technology for hands-free unlocking and supports Matter over Thread. Other notable devices include the Shelly Flood Gen4, which offers extended cable reach for leak detection, and the Tapo H500, a hub that bridges sub-GHz sensors into the Matter standard. These devices emphasize local connectivity, reducing reliance on cloud-based services and improving overall system reliability. The integration of these products into Matter-enabled platforms allows for more complex, cross-brand automation, such as using presence detection or hand gestures to trigger lighting scenes or security actions.

The LIFX Smart Mirror features 50 individually controllable color zones and programmable touch buttons for smart home integration. The ThirdReality TL2 smart timer light includes a 60 GHz mmWave radar sensor for presence-based automation.

The Aqara U400 smart lock uses Ultra-Wideband technology for hands-free unlocking and supports Matter over Thread. The Tapo H500 hub bridges sub-GHz sensors into the Matter standard, supporting up to 64 sensors.

The Shelly Flood Gen4 leak sensor supports Matter, Zigbee, and Bluetooth, with an optional 490-foot extension cable. The SwitchBot Hub 3 acts as a Matter bridge for up to 30 SwitchBot devices and includes an IR blaster.

Chapter guide

LIFX Smart MirrorOverview of the 36x22 inch Matter-compatible mirror with 50 color zones and programmable touch buttons.ThirdReality TL2Introduction to the smart timer light with integrated mmWave radar and light sensors.Aqara U400 Smart LockDemonstration of the UWB-enabled smart lock with palm vein recognition and Matter over Thread support.Shelly Flood Gen4Review of the leak sensor with extended cable capabilities and multi-protocol support.ThirdReality Garage Door OpenerExplanation of the smart garage door opener that physically presses existing remotes.Tapo H500 HubDetails on the camera hub that bridges sub-GHz sensors into the Matter ecosystem.SwitchBot Hub 3Overview of the hub that bridges SwitchBot devices to Matter and includes an IR blaster.Govee Entertainment LightsDemonstration of TV backlighting and sync boxes that integrate with Matter.Aqara Camera Hub G350Introduction to the first Matter-certified camera with gesture recognition.Google Nest Learning ThermostatOverview of the Matter-certified thermostat and the Aqara W200 thermostat hub.

Worth noting

  • The Lockin Veno Plus smart lock is a sponsored product in this video.
  • The Aqara Camera Hub G350's Matter functionality is currently limited to specific applications.
  • The IKEA Dubbelkisel is currently only available in parts of the EU.
  • The Google Nest Learning Thermostat's room sensors are not currently supported in Matter.

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