Key Takeaways
1. The IKEA Dirigera Hub now acts as a Matter controller, allowing integration with other Matter-certified smart home systems.
2. The update introduces Thread version 1.4 and is currently in beta testing; users need the latest IKEA Home smart app to participate.
3. Manual changes to smart lights will disable Adaptive Lighting, requiring users to manually reselect this option.
4. User feedback on Reddit shows dissatisfaction with the changes to Adaptive Lighting.
5. The update includes minor bug fixes and is being rolled out to users in stages, with no specific timeline for full availability.
IKEA has launched a fresh update for the Dirigera Hub. Users on Reddit have reported that software version 2.805.6 introduces a significant new feature to the smart home hub, along with a few minor adjustments.
New Features in Dirigera Hub
The IKEA Dirigera Hub now functions as a Matter controller. Thanks to an update from late 2024, the product became a Matter bridge, enabling IKEA devices to work with other Matter-certified smart home systems. With this latest update, users can connect smart home devices from various brands to the IKEA hub. This feature is in beta testing at the moment, and the update brings Thread version 1.4 along with it. To participate in the beta, users need the most recent version of the IKEA Home smart app (Android: 1.47.0, iOS 1.51.0) and can access the feature through The Workshop.
Changes to Smart Lighting
The change log also mentions an adjustment for smart lights. After this update, if a user makes any manual changes to a smart light’s brightness or color, Adaptive Lighting will be completely turned off. In the past, Adaptive Lighting would automatically restart when the light was switched off and on again; now, users must manually reselect this option. Many users have voiced their dissatisfaction with this change on Reddit.
Minor Fixes and Rollout
Additionally, this update is said to include some minor bug fixes, although specific details haven’t been shared. IKEA has stated that software version 2.805.6 is being rolled out to Dirigera Hub users in stages. The company has not yet provided a timeline for when it will be available to all users worldwide.
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