Samsung’s SmartThings Now Compatible with Matter 1.4, Adds New Features
SmartThings and Matter 1.4
Samsung’s smart home platform, SmartThings, has added support for Matter 1.4, the latest version of the interoperable smart home standard. This update brings compatibility with a wide range of devices, including water heaters, heat pumps, and solar panels that use the Matter 1.4 specification.
What is Matter 1.4?
Matter 1.4 is an update to the Matter 1.3 standard, which added support for controlling robot vacuums. The new version makes it easier to use one device with multiple platforms at once, and also adds more granular control. With Matter 1.4, smart home platforms can now direct devices to perform specific tasks, such as cleaning a specific room.
New Features and Devices
Along with the Matter update, Samsung has introduced new smart home automation triggers, as well as a broadcast feature for SmartThings-connected speakers. The broadcast feature allows users to send voice messages through their SmartThings-connected speakers from the SmartThings app, whether they are in or out of their home.
SmartThings Routines
Samsung has also updated SmartThings routines, allowing users to trigger events based on recurring events, such as a smart bulb changing colors on someone’s birthday. Additionally, SmartThings can now automatically perform tasks such as turning off lights or opening curtains based on a user’s actual sleep and wake times, if they have a paired Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring.
Energy Management Devices
The latest version of the Matter standard includes a wide range of energy management devices, such as:
- Water heater
- Heat pump
- Solar power device
- Battery storage device
- Mounted on/off control switch
- Mounted dimmable load control device
Conclusion
The latest update to SmartThings brings a range of new features and devices to the platform, making it easier to control and automate your smart home. With the addition of Matter 1.4, users can now enjoy more granular control and compatibility with a wider range of devices.
FAQs
Q: What is Matter 1.4?
A: Matter 1.4 is the latest version of the interoperable smart home standard, which adds more granular control and compatibility with a wider range of devices.
Q: What devices are compatible with Matter 1.4?
A: Samsung’s SmartThings platform is now compatible with devices such as water heaters, heat pumps, and solar panels that use the Matter 1.4 specification.
Q: What are the new features in SmartThings?
A: The latest update to SmartThings includes new smart home automation triggers, a broadcast feature for SmartThings-connected speakers, and updated routines that allow users to trigger events based on recurring events.
Q: Can I use SmartThings with my Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring?
A: Yes, SmartThings can now automatically perform tasks such as turning off lights or opening curtains based on your actual sleep and wake times, if you have a paired Galaxy Watch or Galaxy Ring.
