SmartThings adds local control and support for energy meters
Samsung announced an update on 12 October with SmartThings Now and expanded local control. A phone and compatible hub must share Wi-Fi; not every utility meter integrates automatically.
What was announced
Samsung has announced a SmartThings update that places SmartThings Now at the top of the Home tab. Its 12 October release also describes a practical change for households: a phone can send commands directly to a compatible hub when both share the same Wi-Fi network.
Local control reduces reliance on a cloud round trip during temporary internet disruptions. Samsung lists Android and iOS support with Station, V2, V3 and V4 hubs, alongside certain hub-enabled TVs and Family Hub devices. This does not mean every function or connected device works without internet.
The update adds Matter 1.6 support and new categories: energy meters, specialised closures and doors, irrigation and soil sensors. A compatible meter can provide consumption information within the system; the update does not automatically turn an electricity supplier’s meter into a SmartThings device.
For a Spanish home, check the hub model, meter certification and app version before purchasing. The UK announcement gives no Spain-specific rollout timetable and promises no percentage reduction in energy bills.
What it means for your home
It may make control and consumption monitoring easier in a compatible system. Check the particular hardware and functions, especially when seeking control during internet outages.
Source
Samsung Introduces SmartThings Now in New Platform UpdateAnnouncement date: 12.10.2026
Source checked: 14.10.2026
Image: Talbott / NIST · public domain · resized — Illustration: US electricity meter, NIST photo from 2013; not evidence of SmartThings or Matter compatibility.