Aqara Expands Smart Home Portfolio with Hub M100, Camera Protect Kit Y100, and Climate Sensor W100
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Aqara Expands Smart Home Portfolio with Hub M100, Camera Protect Kit Y100, and Climate Sensor W100

Aqara has introduced three new products aimed at simplifying home automation and enhancing security and comfort. The Hub M100, Camera Protect Kit Y100, and Climate Sensor W100 are designed to cater to both entry-level users and experienced enthusiasts, providing compatibility with major smart home ecosystems and focusing on ease of use, reliability, and flexibility. Related…

Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE Review – 4MP true colour night vision surveillance with AI object detection & Matter over Thread
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Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro PoE Review – 4MP true colour night vision surveillance with AI object detection & Matter over Thread

Aqara recently announced its first outdoor camera, the Aqara Camera Hub G5 Pro, which is available in WiFi and PoE versions. As the name suggests, this is not just a camera but also a Zigbee and Open Thread Border Router with Matter support. The camera uses a graphene-cooled 1/1.8” sensor with an f/1.0 aperture, which…

Tado Launches New X Range of Smart Heating Products with Matter over Thread but not Compatible with older V3 products
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Tado Launches New X Range of Smart Heating Products with Matter over Thread but not Compatible with older V3 products

Yesterday, Tado announced the upcoming launch of its new Tado X range of products in the UK this September. The company aims to make smart heating more accessible to households across the country with its simplified setup, user-friendly features, and seamless integration with other smart home devices, thanks to the inclusion of Matter and Thread support. Related Articles The Tado X Product Range The full range of…

Aqara Hub M3 Review – Matter over Thread Smart Hub
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Aqara Hub M3 Review – Matter over Thread Smart Hub

The Aqara Hub M3 is the latest smart home hub from Aqara, offering a range of features and improvements over its predecessor, the M2. This hub is designed to bridge the gap between Aqara’s Zigbee and Thread devices and the Matter ecosystem, making it easier for users to control their smart home devices seamlessly. Specifications…

Aqara Hub M3 vs Aqara Hub M2 Comparison – Is it worth upgrading to the Hub M3?
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Aqara Hub M3 vs Aqara Hub M2 Comparison – Is it worth upgrading to the Hub M3?

The Aqara Hub M3, Aqara’s latest flagship smart hub, embodies a significant upgrade from its predecessor, the Hub M2. It introduces critical support for both Matter and Thread, positioning itself as a central control point for a diverse range of smart devices through its multi-protocol gateway capabilities. Key Differences at a Glance The Aqara Hub…

Aqara Launches Hub M3 with Advanced Edge Computing and Matter Compatibility
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Aqara Launches Hub M3 with Advanced Edge Computing and Matter Compatibility

Aqara has announced the global release of its next-generation smart home hub, the Hub M3. This innovative device is designed to provide users with enhanced privacy, local automation capabilities, and seamless integration with a wide range of smart home devices. This is the first Aqara hub that features both Thread and Matter, allowing it to…

Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2 Review – A Matter Over Thread Sensor that’s Cheaper than the Eve Motion Sensor
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Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2 Review – A Matter Over Thread Sensor that’s Cheaper than the Eve Motion Sensor

The Aqara Motion and Light Sensor P2 is the third product Aqara has launched that has native Matter support which is achieved through the thread protocol. It joins the Door and Window Sensor P2 and the Aqara Presence Sensor FP2. I’m not sure why they released this after the other two, as I feel it’s…

Aqara Launches New Motion and Light Sensor P2 with Thread and Matter Support
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Aqara Launches New Motion and Light Sensor P2 with Thread and Matter Support

Aqara has announced the release of its latest product, the Motion and Light Sensor P2. This new generation motion sensor is built upon the Thread protocol and the industry-unifying Matter standard, offering seamless compatibility across various smart home platforms, including Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings. The Motion and Light Sensor P2…

Nanoleaf Shapes Ultra Black Hexagons Review
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Nanoleaf Shapes Ultra Black Hexagons Review

Nanoleaf is a well-known brand in the smart lighting industry, and their Shapes Ultra Black Hexagons are one of their latest offerings. These light panels are designed to add a touch of elegance and sophistication to any room while providing customisable lighting options. Popular among gamers, I don’t think there is a product that can…

Aqara Launches Smart Lock U200 on Kickstarter – Compatible with UK & EU Euro Cylinder Multi Point Locks
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Aqara Launches Smart Lock U200 on Kickstarter – Compatible with UK & EU Euro Cylinder Multi Point Locks

Aqara has launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for its latest product – the Smart Lock U200. This retrofit, keyless home access solution aims to provide flexibility, convenience and security through various modern unlocking methods while retaining compatibility with traditional keys. Various Unlocking Methods The U200 lock offers users numerous options for securely accessing their…

Aqara Announces New Thread Border Router Plug & Smart Lock U300 at CES 2024
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Aqara Announces New Thread Border Router Plug & Smart Lock U300 at CES 2024

Following on from the announcement of the Aqara Hub M3, which is one of the most advanced smart home hubs on the market with Matter, Thread, and Zigbee support, Aqara has also announced two additional smart home devices at CES 2024. Border Router Plug First to Add Thread Support The headline product launch was Aqara’s…

Aqara Announces New Smart Home Hub M3 with Matter and Thread Support
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Aqara Announces New Smart Home Hub M3 with Matter and Thread Support

Consumer electronics company Aqara has announced the upcoming launch of its latest smart home hub, the Hub M3, at CES 2024. The new hub builds on the capabilities of the previous Hub M2 model, which was their first Matetr-enabled hub, and adds support for multiple new connectivity standards, enabling integration with an expanded range of…

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