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Verified changes to Matter, Thread, Zigbee, Z-Wave and major smart-home platforms, with availability, compatibility and practical effects for existing owners.
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Home Assistant 2026.10: Matter Energy Data, Leak Sensors and Trigger IDs
Home Assistant 2026.10 adds easier trigger IDs, richer Matter energy data, leak-sensor alarm controls, local Modbus energy integrations and several changes worth checking after the update.
Matter 1.6 Explained: NFC Setup, Joint Fabric, and Smarter Thermostat Control
Matter 1.6 does not add a wave of new device types. It focuses on easier NFC commissioning, better multi-ecosystem administration, context-aware thermostat suggestions, and clearer device status. Here’s…
Home Assistant 2026.9 Adds a Matter Network Map: What It Shows and What It Does Not
Home Assistant 2026.9 adds a Matter network map. Learn the server requirements, what Thread and Wi-Fi paths reveal, and how to read an incomplete graph.
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