Matter in 2025 — is it finally worth adopting?
Yes if you're starting fresh, maybe if you already have Zigbee devices, no if you're deep in HomeKit-only.
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## What changed
Matter 1.3 + Thread 1.3 means you can actually buy a bulb, pair it with any hub, and it works. The interop story is real this time.
## Caveats
Local control is great, but firmware updates are still per-manufacturer. Pick brands with good update cadence.