Smart home devices that connect over Thread should have a much more stable network thanks to Thread 1.4 support in tvOS 26. Thread is an IP-based wireless protocol that connects primarily smart home ...

Ikea is making big changes to its smart home lineup, introducing 20 new devices supporting Matter-over-Thread that will work with HomeKit without needing an intermediary hub. Homeowners wanting smart ...

The Pixel 10 Pro’s hidden Thread radio is a crucial piece of future-proofing hardware for the smart home. It enables a more reliable and faster connection for smart devices than Wi-Fi, allowing the ...

With Matter and Thread, the smart home is experiencing a new start, and an upswing. We take a look back at Apple's history in ...

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Back in the day, you needed a specific smart home hub that served as the central hub for all your smart home devices. They ...