Samsung SmartThings finally adds support for joining existing Thread networks

The article discusses Samsung's SmartThings finally adding support for joining existing Thread networks. Thread is a wireless smart home protocol used by the Matter smart home standard. The article explains that Samsung's SmartThings Aeotec hubs can now join existing Thread networks, allowing for better interoperability between smart home devices from different manufacturers. This is an important step towards a more seamless and connected smart home ecosystem, as it allows devices with different Thread border routers to communicate with each other. The article also provides an overview of the Matter standard and the significance of Thread network credentials sharing, a feature that was mandated by the Thread Group in its 1.4 specification. While some companies like Apple have implemented this feature, others like Amazon and Google are still working on it, highlighting the ongoing challenges in achieving true smart home interoperability.