"After being announced last November, Ikea's Matter-compatible smart home collection has been slowly trickling into its stores around the world over the past few months. Despite some early connectivity issues, one of the most anticipated items in that collection is Ikea's new Matter-over-Thread smart bulbs."
"Amongst the smart home products it's been selling for years, smart bulbs have been one of Ikea's most popular, offering a cheaper but similarly functional alternative to products from companies like Philips Hue. Its new Matter-compatible smart bulbs are equally affordable, and come in optional bundles that include a wireless remote."
Ikea has launched its Matter-compatible smart home collection, with Matter-over-Thread smart bulbs now available in US retail locations and online stores ahead of the originally announced April 2026 timeline. These bulbs continue Ikea's tradition of providing affordable smart home alternatives to premium brands like Philips Hue while maintaining comparable functionality. The collection includes various models with different brightness levels and color capabilities, ranging from $5.99 to $12.99, with optional bundles that include wireless remotes. Despite some initial connectivity issues reported with the broader Matter collection, the smart bulbs represent one of the most anticipated products in Ikea's new smart home lineup.
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