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Is There a Windows 11 Widget to Control Matter Devices? - XtremeDiscount - Dec 29, 2024
Hey HF Community,
With smart home devices becoming more standardized under the Matter protocol, I was wondering if anyone knows if Windows 11 has (or is planning to have) a widget or feature to control Matter devices directly?
It would be awesome to manage smart lights, thermostats, or other Matter-compatible devices right from the desktop.
Has anyone seen any updates or announcements about this?
Are there third-party apps or tools for Windows 11 that offer this functionality?
Maybe there’s a hidden feature or workaround?
I feel like this could be a huge productivity booster for smart home enthusiasts. Let me know what you all think or if you’ve come across anything useful!
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and suggestions! 🙌
RE: Is There a Windows 11 Widget to Control Matter Devices? - DramaKing - Dec 30, 2024
(Dec 29, 2024 08:40 PM)Computer1050 Wrote: Hey HF Community,
With smart home devices becoming more standardized under the Matter protocol, I was wondering if anyone knows if Windows 11 has (or is planning to have) a widget or feature to control Matter devices directly?
It would be awesome to manage smart lights, thermostats, or other Matter-compatible devices right from the desktop.
Has anyone seen any updates or announcements about this?
Are there third-party apps or tools for Windows 11 that offer this functionality?
Maybe there’s a hidden feature or workaround?
I feel like this could be a huge productivity booster for smart home enthusiasts. Let me know what you all think or if you’ve come across anything useful!
Looking forward to hearing your thoughts and suggestions! 🙌
There may be first-party apps. You'll have to check with the device manufacturer(s). If you don't already have a hub, then it's going to be a rabbit hole.