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Thread 1.4 Is Now Mandatory for New Border Routers

October 2, 2026 by admin

Since January 1, 2026, Thread 1.4 is the only certification path for new border routers, and its credential-sharing feature finally merges rival ecosystem meshes into one network. Here’s what the mandatory transition means for your smart home.

Matter 1.6 Brings NFC Setup and Joint Fabric Sharing

October 2, 2026 by admin

The Connectivity Standards Alliance announced Matter 1.6 on June 17, 2026, at its Unify conference in Austin. The update adds NFC-based commissioning, Joint Fabric multi-ecosystem device sharing, and Thermostat Suggestions — targeting setup friction and cross-platform coordination rather than new device types.