"Samsung SmartThings and IKEA announced that 25 of IKEA's new smart home devices can now connect directly to a SmartThings hub using Matter over Thread, eliminating the need for IKEA's own DIRIGERA hub as an intermediary. This change means a $6 IKEA smart bulb can now join the same system that controls a Samsung television, refrigerator, and washing machine, all communicating locally without cloud dependency."
"The 25 devices span IKEA's new Matter-over-Thread lineup: KAJPLATS smart bulbs in 11 variants starting at $5.99, GRILLPLATS smart plugs, scroll wheel remotes, smart buttons, and various sensors. The bulbs, plugs, and remotes connect directly to a SmartThings hub through Matter, while the sensors require a hub, either IKEA's DIRIGERA or a third-party alternative."
"The smart home has spent a decade promising interoperability. This is what it looks like when the promise starts to work at a price point that does not require justification. The integration leverages Thread border routers already embedded in Samsung TVs, soundbars, and appliances since 2022, meaning millions of Samsung hardware owners have the infrastructure for Matter devices without knowing it."
Samsung SmartThings and IKEA have announced that 25 new IKEA Matter-over-Thread devices can connect directly to a SmartThings hub, eliminating the need for IKEA's DIRIGERA hub. This integration allows smart bulbs starting at $5.99 to join existing Samsung devices, promoting local communication without cloud dependency. The lineup includes various smart home devices, such as smart plugs and sensors, with prices significantly lower than competitors. This development signifies a step towards greater interoperability in the smart home market, projected to reach 800 million Matter-compatible devices by year-end and a $537 billion market by 2030.
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