News Summary

• HomeKit was a start, but not enough.
• Matter and Thread helped significantly.
• Apple has made configuring one of these devices as simple as pairing a new set of AirPods.
• We shouldn’t underestimate just what a big difference this will make to normal people.
• I really do think this is going to represent the next step in mass adoption.
• If you’re a normie who likes the idea of a smart home but has put off by the apparent complexity, I think we may now have reached the point where many are willing to make the leap.