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With the GRILLPLATS plug, IKEA is launching a new and particularly affordable Matter-enabled smart plug. It works not only in the IKEA ecosystem, but also integrates easily into open systems such as Home Assistant. In this article, we test how the Home Assistant integration works and what features the plug offers. What Is IKEA GRILLPLATS? […]
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With BILRESA, IKEA is expanding its smart home range with a compact, Matter-enabled remote control. The device is aimed at users who want to control their smart home functions easily without a smartphone or voice assistant. Matter Standard and Smart Home Compatibility The IKEA BILRESA remote control supports the open Matter standard, allowing it to […]
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With the MYGGBETT door/window sensor, IKEA is responding to a key trend in the smart home market: cross-manufacturer standards and easy integration. The sensor is based on the open Matter standard and is aimed at users who want to make their home smarter, more comfortable and more secure—without complex technology or being tied to a […]
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IKEA Timmerflotte in a practical test: IKEA’s new temperature and humidity sensor is currently one of the most affordable smart home sensors with Matter support. I tested the sensor in everyday use to see how easy the IKEA Timmerflotte is to set up, how reliably it measures temperature and humidity, and how well it works […]
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Home Assistant 2026.8 caused access problems on some systems. Version 2026.8.1 appears to resolve the issue, but a current external backup remains essential.
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