1Home Digest: August '24 Edition 3
Hey 1Homies!??The last August edition of Digest is here just for you, so let's jump right in:
First things first:
1Home Matter Controller Launch is Near + Server KNX Pro Price Increase
We are immensely excited to bring you the long awaited Matter Controller feature for 1Home Server. Want to know why you should care about it?
Watch as Satja Lumbar explains in this video.
Now, as was the case with Server KNX upgrades in the past, the soon to be released Matter Controller feature also brings a price increase. The increase will happen on 1.9.2024, so make sure you get your Server KNX Pro before that!
Samsung Launches SmartThings Family Care for Enhanced Caregiving
Samsung's new SmartThings Family Care service helps caregivers manage tasks with features like activity monitoring, medication reminders, and location alerts. Available for U.S. Samsung smartphone users, the service aims to ease the caregiving burden, ensuring the well-being and safety of loved ones.
Adaptive Lighting Coming to Matter Smart Lights with iOS 18
Apple’s Adaptive Lighting feature, which adjusts smart light color temperatures throughout the day, will soon be available for Matter-compatible devices with the release of iOS 18. Nanoleaf is currently testing the feature on its Matter smart bulbs, and it’s expected that other brands will follow, expanding the feature's availability across more smart home devices in Apple Home.
Aqara Light Switch H2 EU Leaks with Matter Compatibility
The Aqara Light Switch H2 EU has been leaked, showing it will support Matter for broader smart home integration. The new switch features four buttons and upgrades the previous H1 model. Details on its release are still unknown.
That's all for today.
Catch you later, and keep exploring the smart home tech world!??????