New Delhi, Nov. 7 -- IKEA is entering a new era of smart living, and this time, it is starting from the simplest everyday essentials that anyone can install. The Swedish retailer announced a fresh lineup of 21 smart devices that all use Matter-over-Thread, a universal connectivity standard that lets gadgets from Apple, Google, Amazon, and many others talk to each other without complicated setup or dedicated hubs.

Until now, IKEA's tech products have mostly blended into furniture, such as air purifiers hidden in side tables or bookshelf speakers. This new launch marks the retailer's first fully Matter-certified range, signalling a larger, more confident leap into smart home territory.

"Our goal is to help everyone feel ready and confiden...