Thread Direct looks to solve Matter’s biggest setup headache (opens original article in a new tab)

Thread Direct introduces a method to set up Thread-powered smart home devices using a phone without needing a Thread border router, aiming to simplify the setup process for users.

• Thread Direct allows setup of Thread devices without a border router using a phone with a Thread radio
• Thread is part of the Matter smart home standard which works over Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and Thread
• Thread Direct is part of the upcoming Thread 2.0 specification