Use AppleTV as matter bridge (Thread) together with SHS

[mbnn]

Hello all

Im trying to figure out options to move to SHS, but I have 2 devices in my home that use Matter over Thread (Nuki doorlock for example), which is now connected to Homey 2023. Is there a way to use an existing AppleTV 4K as Thread bridge for this and move those devices to there, still then also getting them into Homey (SHS)?

Thanks

[smarthomesven]

AFAIK Thread is not available on Homey SHS, because the Homey Bridge doesn’t support it. You can’t use external dongles with SHS.

[Peter_Kawa]

You’ll need an external Thread Border Router, which SHS can use; like a Google hub, or certain apple devices.
Some apple TV’s can act as a TBR apparently, maybe you’re lucky

A complete list of Thread Border Routers on the market today

(Not sure if this is spot on, but you’ll get the idea)

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Here’s a complete topic about SHS and 3rd party TBRs:

SHS and 3rd Party Thread Boarder Router (like Open TBR)

Hello, I’m also considering using the Dongle Max. With two antennas (Zigbee/TBR). I have two questions: TBR: How can I integrate the Thread Border Router into SHS? MQTT: In the Dongle Max management dashboard, there’s an option to configure a direct connection between the dongle and the MQTT server on the SHS. Is Zigbee2MQTT also required?