On this week's show: A MAJOR HomeTech mystery has been solved! The FTC warns that smart gadget manufacturers could face legal consequences for inadequate software support, Ikea introduces adaptive lighting for smart lights, Homey unveils new dashboards, and Meross launches its first Matter-certified smart thermostat, Matter-certified updates from SwitchBot and Level, Home Assistant gets CM5 support for the Yellow CM5, 2024.12 release, project updates, and so much more!

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Show Notes

• HomeTech Headlines
  • Smart gadgets’ failure to commit to software support could be illegal, FTC warns
  • Ikea’s smart lights can now automatically adjust throughout the day - The Verge
  • Homey’s new dashboards look sweet.
  • Meross launches its first Matter-certified smart thermostat - The Verge
  • Eve’s new app unlocks more smart features for Android users
  • SwitchBot Release Two New Matter Certified Relays
  • Level extends its Matter upgrade to its Bolt smart lock
• Pick of the Week
  • Guernsey - Wikipedia
• Home Assistant Yellow gets CM5 support in HAOS 14
• Home Assistant 2024.12 Released
• Seth's WLED Xmas Lights