Christopher Close

2 weeks ago | matteralpha.com | Christopher Close

Eve Systems has released a new update that brings performance improvements and implements Matter 1.3 specifications for its line of Motionblind products. Eve's Motionblind family includes Matter-compatible window blinds from Eve's made-to-order Custom Blinds Collection as well as its DIY Upgrade Kit for existing roller shades. What's new for Eve Motionblinds? As we just mentioned, the latest update—version 3.5.1—bumps Eve's Motionblinds up to Matter 1.3 which was released back in November 2024.

2 weeks ago | matteralpha.com | Christopher Close

Following last week's launches of the Smart Lock Ultra Vision Combo and Hub 3, SwitchBot is back again with the release of the all-new Matter-compatible SwitchBot WiFi Smart Garage Door Opener. The latest from SwitchBot aims to simplify garage door monitoring with timely alerts, activity logging, and, of course, remote out of home controls.

3 weeks ago | ipwatchdog.com | Eileen McDermott |Steve Brachmann |Austin Padgett |Christopher Close

“Perlmutter’s complaint charged that the President ‘has no authority to name a temporary replacement Librarian of Congress, much less name a high-ranking DOJ official whose presence offends the constitutional separation of powers.’” In a complaint filed Thursday, May 22, Shira Perlmutter, who is presently still listed as Register of Copyrights on the U.S. Copyright Office website, told the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia that President Donald Trump’s controversial attempt to...

3 weeks ago | ipwatchdog.com | Eileen McDermott |Steve Brachmann |Austin Padgett |Christopher Close

“The [Federal Circuit’s] decision conflates the activity of ‘patent ownership’ with the activities of a ‘mere importer…’” – ITC petition The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) filed a combined petition for rehearing and rehearing en banc on Wednesday with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC), arguing that the court’s March precedential decision vacating a Commission determination on the economic prong of the domestic industry requirement “overlooks the cardinal rule...

3 weeks ago | matteralpha.com | Christopher Close

Just when we thought we've seen it all when it comes to smart plugs, AiDot surprises us with the launch of the all-new Linkind Matter Smart Plug with Night Light. As its name suggests, the new plug not only adds smart controls to older appliances, but it also includes a built-in nightlight making it a compelling option for hallways, kitchens, or bedrooms.