Thread Direct looks to solve Matter’s biggest setup headache
… Matter is supported by all the major platforms, including Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and Home Assistant. …
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… Jennifer Pattison Tuohy Aug 26, 2025 This big stick solved my smart garden connectivity problems From coop to attic, Home Assistant’s new Z-Wave antenna helped me connect devices in the furthest corners of my domain. …
The Google Home Speaker sounds good and looks great — but it’s finicky
… But audio is only part of the Home Speaker’s story. Google made this thing to get Gemini in your house, to bring a new way to control your home and run your life through its AI assistant. …
Got Thread problems? There’s an app for that
… I’ve been testing the alpha version of the Android app on my complicated home network and, with a bit of extra legwork, have diagnosed several issues with my Thread setup. Thread is one of the protocols the smart home standard Matter runs on. …
The Sonos Era 100 speaker is down to its lowest price in months
Whether you’re considering starting a Sonos speaker setup, or adding to an existing group, the Sonos Era 100 is worth picking up. …
My backyard made me a color-changing smart lighting convert
… The Govee lamppost in the distance also helps extend my garden’s usability after dark. https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/268569 smart outdoor lighting JTuohy 0015.jpg?quality=90&strip=all Product: Govee Outdoor Lamp Post Lights | https://govee.sjv.io/c/482924/3014037/… …
You can grab a Sonos Era 100 for $85 off thanks to Sonos’ latest refurb sale
… It delivers more robust sound than the Era 100 thanks to its six drivers and support for Dolby Atmos, making it a better choice if you want a more immersive listening experience, especially in larger rooms or as part of a home theater setup. …
Sony’s Xperia 1 VIII is still a phone for the fans
… Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/sony-xperia-1-viii-ai-camera-assistant-samples2.jpg?quality=90&strip=all Image: https://platform.theverge.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2026/06/sony-xperia-1-viii-ai-camera-assistant-samples3.jpg?quality=90&strip=all Image: ht… …
Hue’s SpatialAware finally made me appreciate color-changing lights
… Third-party support for MotionAware zones is currently sparse, but includes Home Assistant and the paid app iConnectHue. …
The app you need to clean up your computer
… I spent a lot of my free-ish time organizing my home office, which had turned into a bit of a disaster zone. …