About this podcast

Dive deep into the fascinating and often frustrating world of the smart home with The Vergecast's Holiday Spec-Tacular. This episode unravels the complexities of Matter, the ambitious protocol designed to unify smart devices and make home automation seamless. Join The Verge's Jennifer Pattison Tuohy as she discusses the current state of smart home technology, its challenges, and its immense potential. Later, Paulus Schoutsen, creator of Home Assistant, shares his experiences trying to implement Matter and offers insights into the future of connected living. Explore how this standard aims to simplify our lives, make devices interoperable, and potentially revolutionize energy management in our homes, all while navigating the quirks of modern smart appliances.