Samsung and IKEA just made the $6 smart home real, and your TV is already the hub

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Samsung and IKEA partner to make smart home devices more affordable, with 25 new devices connecting directly to SmartThings hub via Thread border routers in Samsung TVs

intermediate Published 21 Apr 2026

Action Steps

Connect IKEA Matter-over-Thread devices to a SmartThings hub without needing the DIRIGERA hub
Leverage Thread border routers in Samsung TVs, soundbars, and appliances to enable device connectivity
Explore the SmartThings platform to build new smart home applications
Compare prices of IKEA smart bulbs starting at $5.99 to competitors
Configure your Samsung TV as a hub for your smart home devices

Who Needs to Know This

This integration benefits product managers and smart home enthusiasts who want to create seamless and affordable smart home experiences, and developers who can leverage the SmartThings platform to build new smart home applications

Key Insight

💡 The integration of IKEA devices with Samsung SmartThings hub via Thread border routers in Samsung TVs makes smart home devices more affordable and accessible