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Why the tech industry can’t crack the smart home
Decoder with Nilay Patel
Challenges and Progress in Smart Home Standardization
The smart home industry faces the challenge of complex and fragmented communication between devices, highlighting the importance of a common standard. Matter is a connectivity standard designed to enhance interoperability among smart devices, utilizing protocols like Thread for seamless wireless communication. Despite the potential benefits of smart home technology in energy management, security, and convenience, the adoption and implementation of Matter have been slow. The recent release of Matter 1.3 aims to expand device compatibility, introducing new categories like ovens, cooktops, and energy management features for enhanced functionalities. However, major industry players such as Apple, Google, Amazon, and Samsung have yet to fully incorporate these updates into their platforms, hindering the widespread adoption of the standard and delaying its impact on the smart home market.
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