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SONOFF started selling the SenseGuard Presence Core 24G (SNWF-06P24) on October 28: a USB-powered radar presence sensor that joins Matter controllers over Wi-Fi. Matter gets one occupancy signal and a light reading, while the zones, calibration and sensitivity stay in eWeLink or SONOFF's local web console.
Amazon launched a new Echo Dot on October 28 with a built-in Zigbee, Matter and Thread hub, so the basic Dot can now set up Thread and Zigbee accessories for Alexa. On October 30 Amazon listed it as a Thread 1.3 border router, along with Echo Time, Echo Studio with Home Camera and a Thread 1.4 Echo Show 16.
Aqara launched the Outdoor Plug H2 EU in Europe on October 20: an IP44, 16 A Matter-over-Thread plug with energy monitoring and a Zigbee mode for Aqara hubs. IKEA's TOFSMYGGA does the same Thread job for much less, so Aqara's case rests on that Zigbee mode and a higher heat rating.
SwitchBot announced its 30 m Permanent Outdoor Lights on October 20. They join Matter controllers over Wi-Fi without a SwitchBot hub and cost $239.99, CAD 299.99, €199.99 or £199.99, but SwitchBot's US and UK stores are taking preorders for early November.
Shelly's mmWave presence sensor went on sale in the US on October 15 for $84.99. It joins Matter controllers over Wi-Fi without a hub and can expose up to ten room zones, but the zones need setting up first.
Aqara's Smart Lock U600 went on sale in the UK on October 14 for £229.99. It swaps the handles on uPVC, composite and timber multipoint doors for a Matter-over-Thread keypad lock with Apple Home Key, but you still lift the handle to throw the bolts.
Apple's new LG and Schneider lineup pairs a Matter lock, thermostats and sensors with four HomeKit cameras. Everything sets up with an iPhone, most features need an Apple home hub, and sales start in December in North America.
Apple's three new home devices all include Thread and work as Apple home hubs. HomeView adds a shared touchscreen for Apple Home, but prices rise, Siri AI arrives in stages and HomeView skips the EU.
Ring plans a US smart lock for early 2027 with a hand-powered backup. Connected control uses Amazon Sidewalk; Matter support has not been announced.
Shelly's two-circuit no-neutral relay is now in stock in Europe at €38.90, with Matter over Wi-Fi at launch and an included bypass for LED loads.
UGREEN's US campaign page now puts HomeAgent's Kickstarter launch on April 13, 2027 instead of November 17, 2026, with shipping from late June 2027. The HA100 is a certified Matter 1.4 controller on Ethernet with no Thread radio, and the ID500 Pro is a certified Matter 1.5.1 camera.
IKEA's SEK 199 LILJEBAGGE radiator thermostat is now orderable in Sweden, bringing a low-cost Matter-over-Thread option to water-based radiators.
Homey Portal adds a shared touchscreen and rotary ring to a compatible Homey system, but it is not a standalone Matter controller and is only expected to ship before the end of 2026.
Aqara's S1 Plus Desktop bridges Zigbee devices into Matter, but adding third-party Matter accessories to its screen still needs a separate Aqara controller.
Shelly's Flood S Gen4 is now in stock for $27.99 in the US and €18.90 in Europe, with Matter over Wi-Fi and a switchable Zigbee mode.
The TCL D2 Pro-M is certified for Matter over Thread, but TCL's official storefront still lists the palm-vein lock as coming soon.
ThirdReality will show four Matter-over-Thread devices at IFA 2026, but model numbers, prices, regions, and final release dates remain unannounced.
Ring's new Peephole Cam 2K is a renter-friendly Wi-Fi camera for Ring and Alexa homes, not a documented Matter camera for cross-platform video.
The upcoming UniFi SuperLink Gateway HA adds a Thread border router, but Ubiquiti has not documented a Matter controller or third-party setup path.
Eve's delayed wall thermostat is now available for European hydronic underfloor heating, with Matter over Thread and important 230 V wiring limits.
Google now backs two low-cost onn outdoor cameras, but their setup, video history, and paid AI features stay inside Google Home rather than Matter.
Samsung's July 2026 Bespoke AI washer and dryer lineup keeps connected features in SmartThings, so Matter buyers should verify each regional model before ordering.
SwitchBot's Outdoor Pan/Tilt Cam 3K adds AI summaries and RTSP support, but Matter buyers should treat it as a SwitchBot and Home Assistant camera, not a cross-platform Matter camera.
Nanoleaf's Smart Multicolor Ceiling Light brings Matter-over-Wi-Fi to a 13.8 inch hardwired fixture, which makes the install decision more important than the logo.
SwitchBot's RGBICWW Ceiling Light brings direct Matter-over-Wi-Fi control to a hardwired fixture, which is useful only if the installation risk fits the room.
Yale's Linus Smart Lock L2 Lite is one of the cheaper Matter-over-Thread lock paths in the UK, but buyers need a compatible lift-to-lock door and the right Thread setup.
Schlage's Sense Pro launches June 29 with Matter over Thread, UWB hands-free unlocking, Apple Home Key support, and a few platform caveats buyers should check before replacing a deadbolt.
Google's new Gemini speaker is a $99.99 Matter hub with Thread 1.3, which makes it useful Google Home infrastructure but not a Thread 1.4 upgrade.