Matter update for Arlo Essential
Matter and Thread are the 2026 standard for cross-ecosystem smart home gear. Here's how Arlo Essential fits in.
The Arlo Essential is a wire-free 1080p outdoor camera with built-in spotlight, color night vision, and 90-day free cloud storage. It connects over Wi-Fi and runs on a rechargeable battery. No Arlo SmartHub is required for basic Wi-Fi connectivity.
No Matter/Thread support (yet).
Arlo Essential works with: alexa, google-home. A Matter firmware update may be announced later—check the brand's support page.
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