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Is Matter Ready for Pros Yet?
While some installers remain cautious, others see Matter's potential to simplify smart building integration. With broad industry backing and a fast-growing device ecosystem, Matter is progressing quickly, but key challenges like commissioning and admin tools remain. But this thorough list by Frank-Oliver Grün overviews solutions that are beginning to bridge that gap - including 1Home Server!
Does Z-Wave Still Matter in the Smart Home?
With Matter reshaping smart home standards, Z-Wave is adapting to stay relevant. Recent efforts focus on bridging Z-Wave with Matter, ensuring compatibility through standardized hubs. Z-Wave Long Range extends device connectivity, while its open-source transition encourages innovation. Despite Matter’s rise, Z-Wave remains a powerful, low-frequency option for reliable smart home automation.
SmartThings Routines & Intercom Get a Boost
Samsung’s latest update levels up automation with smarter, more flexible routines, seamless Samsung Health integration, and a brand-new intercom feature for voice messaging across connected speakers. Plus, Matter 1.4 compatibility expands, unlocking support for even more smart home devices.
tvOS 18.4 Expands Apple’s Smart Home Vision
Apple’s latest update adds Matter support for voice-controlled vacuums, lossless audio for AirPods Max, and interface tweaks for a smoother experience—all signaling its growing focus on home automation.
That’s a wrap, 1Homies!
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