1Home Digest: October '24 Edition 1
Hello 1Homies! Let us brighten up the first days of autumn with this month's first edition of digest, shall we?
Samsung SmartThings First Platform to Support Matter 1.3
Samsung SmartThings now supports Matter 1.3, expanding compatibility to devices like EV chargers, ovens, and water sensors. While these devices aren’t out yet, the update hints at future releases, though Samsung appliances still lack Matter support.
Apple Home Now Supports Matter Devices Without a Hub
With iOS 18, Apple users can add and control Matter devices directly from newer iPhones without needing a hub, making smart home setups simpler. The update allows Wi-Fi devices to be added easily, while Thread devices require an iPhone 15 Pro or newer. This shift brings Apple closer to fully embracing Matter, offering more flexibility for smart home enthusiasts.
Apple May Launch Smart Home Display with ‘homeOS’ in 2025
Apple is rumored to release a smart home display next year, powered by a new operating system called "homeOS," based on tvOS. The display may support apps like Calendar and Notes, feature magnets for wall-mounting, and include Apple Intelligence. This potential device could provide a more seamless smart home control experience than using an iPad.
Google Pushes Deeper Into Smart Homes with Thread Integration
Google is expanding Thread technology across its ecosystem, adding it to the Pixel 9 and Google TV Streamer. New code hints at further integration with a "Thread Networks Control Center" for easier smart home management. These moves reinforce Google’s commitment to Thread and Matter as the future of connected homes.
Nintendo’s Mysterious New Device Filed with FCC
Nintendo has filed a mysterious new 24GHz wireless device with the FCC, not related to the Switch 2. The device, labeled CLO-001, may feature motion tracking or gesture control, but its exact purpose remains unclear. Speculation ranges from a new gadget for theme parks to a possible sleep-tracking device.
Sonos Commits to Software Quality After App Debacle
Sonos has pledged to improve software quality and customer experience following a problematic app update in May. Key commitments include stricter pre-launch testing, gradual app updates, and forming a Customer Advisory Board to gather feedback. The company aims to restore trust by reintroducing missing features and extending warranties while delaying new product launches.
And that's all for this edition.
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