@shinigami309 Totally get where you’re coming from—having to periodically reinstall/check an app just to see whether there’s a meaningful firmware update is not a great experience.
Based on what’s been shared so far, there isn’t a confirmed plan/timeline for publishing Matter firmware updates via DLC again. The only relevant note I’ve seen is that the team is “working on the new version of the Aqara thread devices,” and that it will still take time before they have firmware available for updating.
If you want an official answer on whether DLC-based updates will return (and to share feedback on the current workflow), the best route is to contact the Aqara Home App Customer Service Team (Profile> Help & Feedback > Customer Service) or scan the QR code:
This will be more efficient. If you do not have an Aqara Home account, Please click here to create a ticket. Sorry for the inconvenience.
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