Two new features coming to Matter are designed to make setting up smart gadgets easier. Multi-device QR codes and a tap-to-pair onboarding via NFC are new options for adding devices like smart lights, ...

Google Home is developing a new workflow for setting up new devices. The interface is search-based, letting you look up a brand’s app or individual models. You can easily see which hardware supports ...

Google Home’s new device setup method is reportedly under testing. Users can now select their compatible devices from the list and start pairing. It doesn’t replace the existing QR-code-based pairing ...

The smart home interoperability standard looks to streamline how you add smart devices to your home. The smart home interoperability standard looks to streamline how you add smart devices to your home ...