The smart home networking protocol Thread is adding a new way to onboard devices without a Thread border router. The feature, called Thread Direct, is designed to let users set up Thread-powered devices - such as smart plugs and smart locks - using only a phone or mobile device equipped with a T...
Source: [The Verge](https://www.theverge.com/tech/950732/thread-direct-thread-2-0-smart-home-apple-google)