Homey Pro gets support for Thread
Homey Pro 2023, launched last year, now supports Thread via a free software update, which activates the built-in antenna.
The update allows Matter over Thread devices to connect to Homey Pro without the need for a Thread border router.
“The Thread radio was already incorporated into Homey Pro (Early 2023),” explains Emile Nijssen, Creative Director at Athom. “We've worked hard over the past few months to enable this technology and add it to the already impressive mix of smart home technologies Homey Pro is capable of connecting with directly.”
"All users of the latest generation Homey Pro will benefit from the extra smart home connectivity for Thread devices that our free software update provides. The update shows our commitment to continuous improvement and integration with the latest smart home technologies."
It has previously been possible to pair Matter devices against Homey Pro but not without an external border router. Now you don't need one of those.
Everything is released in a beta and and you need version 10.3 or higher to be able to enjoy the feature.
“All users of the latest generation Homey Pro will benefit from the extra smart home connectivity for Thread devices that our free software update provides,” says Stefan Witkamp, Commercial Director at Athom. “The update shows our commitment to continuous improvement and integration with the latest smart home technologies. It makes sure Homey Pro is the most powerful, versatile and user-friendly home automation system on the market, all while designed completely privacy-first.”
