Thread Direct Lets You Skip the Router

Smart home setup just got a lot easier with Thread Direct—no more needing that pesky Thread border router to get started. With a phone that has built-in Thread support (like newer iPhones and Pixels), you can now connect Thread devices directly from your device, skipping the setup wall that’s plagued users since Matter launched. While you’ll still need the router for full remote control, this new feature makes initial setup seamless, bringing back the simplicity of older Apple HomeKit setups. The Thread Group hasn’t set a release date yet, but expect it in the next Thread spec update—making smart homes more accessible than ever. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3552a8a172df9bda