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Compatibility update / September 12, 2026
Tapo firmware adds Matter 1.3 power and energy data to the P210M outlet and S505D and TS25 dimmers, but controller support is uneven.
Compatibility update / September 6, 2026
SmartThings hub firmware 0.62.7 adds a same-network path for the app when a hub is offline, but an upcoming SmartThings app version is still required.
Compatibility update / September 3, 2026
Shelly says firmware 2.8.0 makes seven Wall Display models Matter controllers and accessories, while Thread devices still require a border router.
Compatibility update / August 27, 2026
LIFX owners can apply to move supported current-generation Matter devices from Wi-Fi to Thread, but the beta requires new firmware and full recommissioning.
Compatibility update / August 20, 2026
Nanoleaf 11.10.0 for iPhone and iPad targets Matter Essentials over Thread performance, but the company does not say which task or models changed.
Compatibility update / August 18, 2026
Homebridge 2.4 fixes failed Matter brightness commands, repeat UI requests, and state updates after plugin changes, but its Matter bridge remains opt-in and uncertified.
Compatibility update / August 15, 2026
Home Assistant Core 2026.8.2 fixes a regression that detached some composed devices from their Matter bridge and made deleting an affected child risky.
Compatibility update / August 12, 2026
Home Assistant Core 2026.8.1 coalesces rapid position and status updates from Matter covers, reducing duplicate state-change triggers seen with Eve MotionBlinds.
Compatibility update / August 9, 2026
LIFX is rolling Matter firmware out to eligible existing lights and switches, but the update replaces legacy HomeKit credentials and cannot be undone with a standard reset.
Compatibility update / July 15, 2026
Bosch Smart Home Controller II firmware now addresses Matter Bridge disconnects after restarts or updates, plus an Apple Home device-name problem.
Compatibility update / July 14, 2026
Mysa now documents live Matter support for its Central HVAC thermostat, with exact firmware requirements and important limits for other Mysa models.
Compatibility update / July 5, 2026
Reports of Hue Bridge Pro failures after a firmware update are a reminder to treat the Hue bridge as critical Matter infrastructure, not just a lighting accessory.
Compatibility update / June 25, 2026
Philips Hue plans a 2026 update that lets newer Matter-over-Thread bulbs stay on Zigbee and Thread at the same time, but buyers should still check exact bulb hardware and Bridge needs.
Compatibility update / June 17, 2026
Thread Group's beta diagnostics app can expose mesh details for Matter-over-Thread homes, but owners will still need judgment before moving devices or replacing hardware.