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The fall Matter 1.5 upgrade finally lets Android users connect those live cameras

The CSA started rolling out the Matter 1.5 upgrade with live camera feed support and more for closures.

Android Central

Matter 1.5 update launches with 3 new features, including security camera support

The Matter 1.5 smart home standard has been released, which brings support for security cameras, door and window closures, and energy management.

Tom’s Guide

IKEA just announced 21 smart home gadgets — here’s the ones I'm buying

IKEA just dropped new Matter compatible smart home products — and there are 21 to choose from.

Tom’s Guide

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Prince William proud of ‘unstoppable’ finalists of Earthshot prize

Winner of the Earthshot prize will be announced in Brazil next month

The Independent UK

William ‘deeply proud’ as Earthshot finalists announced ahead of Rio ceremony

Winners will be announced at the fifth Earthshot Prize awards on Wednesday November 5.

Evening Standard

Echo Hub vs Eufy E10 vs Tapo H500: which smart home hub is best for you?

Looking for centralised smart home control and camera storage? You’ll need one of these

Philips Hue could finally be getting more Matter support – here's why it's such a big deal

The last update was back in 2023

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Your smart home is now more connected and secure than before, thanks to Matter 1.4.2 update

Everything you need to know about the latest Matter update

Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro Review: This security camera doubles as a smart home hub - and does both well

The Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro can be slightly confusing – but it’s also perhaps the most versatile smart security camera out there, thanks to the fact that it doubles as a smart hub.

Tom’s Guide

Aqara’s new video doorbell is a camera and smart hub in one – and it’s Matter compatible

Aqara offers a doorbell, camera and hub for under £/$130

This Indian Company Just Built the Most Unlikely EV Motorcycle You’ve Ever Seen

India’s Matter Energy has launched the Aera, an EV motorcycle whose purpose in life is to preserve the riding experience of a good old manual gearbox.

RideApart

IKEA launches two cheap Bluetooth speakers – including a retro throwback with a handy Spotify trick

IKEA's new Bluetooth speakers are the beginning of a huge smart home push that will see it launch 20 new Matter-compatible products in January 2026.

TechRadar

IKEA follows Sonos break-up with a Spotify-enabled speaker lamp and Matter support

Who needs Sonos? IKEA unveils a swathe of its own wireless speakers and other smart devices.

Yale’s Google Home smart lock is finally available – here’s what to expect

Yale debuts its Smart Lock with Matter, its most connected lock yet

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Your smart home just got easier to manage – thanks to Matter’s new update

It brings three exciting features with it

Android Central

Matter 1.4.1 minor release aims to make smart home setups a no-brainer

The CSA detailed a minor release for its Matter connectivity, which focused on streamlining the device setup process.

RideApart

This New Electric Motorcycle Has Four Gears, Because Why The Heck Not?

Electric motorcycles have long carried an unfair reputation. They're too quiet, too smooth, too simple. No gears, no drama, no character. Just a twist-and-go experience that many say strips away the soul of motorcycling. But anyone who’s actually ridden a good electric knows that’s far from the truth.

5 reasons why you should upgrade to Matter-compatible smart home gadgets

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Aqara's smart home gadgets are finally becoming Matter-compatible

Here's everything you need to know

Yale’s new smart lock now works with Google Home and your Nest video doorbell

Yale launches new smart lock to replace its old Nest collaboration

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10 Things to See at MATTER and SHAPE — The Buzzy 'Design Salon' in Paris Propelling Creativity in New Directions

Hosted in the Jardin des Tuileries, the second edition of MATTER and SHAPE gathers 56 exhibitors and 43 partners in a boundary-pushing exploration of craftsmanship. Here's what we don't want you to miss

TechRadar

The Google Home app is getting a big update, and it's good news for your security

Nest Protect and improved support for Matter-compatible smart locks incoming.

TechRadar

GE Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulb review: colorful, bold lighting in traditional bulb form

The GE Cync Lighting Dynamic Effects Smart Bulbs provide fantastic dynamic effects and rock solid connectivity, though it is limited to certain smart home ecosystems.

Tom’s Guide

The best smart locks of CES 2025

Several smart locks were released this week on the 2025 CES show floor.

Evening Standard

25 years of Fabric: how the iconic nightclub continues to defy expectations

From Banksy turning up on opening night to clubbers being aroused by the speakers: throughout its history the legendary London club has been anything but ordinary

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