How Matter and Wi-Fi HaLow Are Shaping the Future of Smart Homes

Adapted from Forbes Technology Council

The dream of a truly intelligent, seamless smart home is no longer futuristic — it’s already taking shape. With the rise of universal standards like Matter and powerful new connectivity protocols such as Wi-Fi HaLow, smart homes are becoming more integrated, more efficient, and more reliable than ever.

According to IDC, the global smart home market is expected to grow from 892 million devices in 2024 to over 1.1 billion by 2028. That’s not just hype — it’s the result of a growing demand for simplicity, security, and seamless automation.

🔗 What Is Matter, and Why Does It Matter?

For years, smart home users struggled with devices that wouldn’t “talk” to each other — creating confusion, frustration, and a need for multiple apps and hubs. That’s where Matter comes in. Backed by major players like Amazon, Apple, Google, and Samsung, Matter provides a universal communication standard that allows devices to interact smoothly across brands and ecosystems.

Whether it’s your smart lights, shades, thermostat, or security camera, Matter ensures they speak the same language — without bridges, without setup headaches.

At Technical Comfort, we’re already seeing Matter-based devices make Lutron, Google Home, and Control4 systems easier to integrate into clients’ homes.

📶 What’s Wi-Fi HaLow — and Why Should You Care?

Even with Matter, connectivity inside large homes can still be an issue — especially in basements, garages, or outdoor areas. Wi-Fi HaLow, a new protocol based on IEEE 802.11ah, solves that problem.

Unlike traditional Wi-Fi, Wi-Fi HaLow operates on the sub-GHz spectrum, meaning:

• It travels farther (up to 10 miles in open environments)

• It penetrates walls and floors with less signal loss

• It uses much less power, making it perfect for battery-powered smart devices like sensors, locks, and switches

This is a game-changer for clients in larger estates or multi-structure properties across Southern California. No more dead zones. No more ugly extenders. Just seamless connectivity from the entry gate to the back patio.

🔐 Secure, Scalable, and Ready for the Future

Wi-Fi HaLow also meets modern security standards like WPA3 and allows Matter devices to communicate directly without needing extra gateways or bridges. That means fewer points of failure, lower cost, and a smoother user experience.

From AI-powered security drones to automated irrigation systems, the possibilities are expanding fast — and the infrastructure is finally catching up.

🏡 Our Take at Technical Comfort

We believe that Matter and Wi-Fi HaLow are not just upgrades — they’re the foundation for what smart homes are becoming:
✅ Easier to use
✅ More energy-efficient
✅ Truly unified across all rooms and buildings

As these technologies gain adoption, we’re committed to offering systems that work intelligently, invisibly, and beautifully — whether it’s Lutron RA3 lighting, automated shading, or whole-home voice control.

📈 Ready to future-proof your smart home?
Contact our team and let’s build something seamless together