Matter 1.6 Improves Smart Home Setup & Multi-Platform Support

Matter 1.6 specification adds NFC-based commissioning, thermostat suggestions, various core enhancements - CNX Software

Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) has recently released the Matter 1.6 specification with new features such as NFC-based commissioning, Thermostat Suggestions for smarter climate control, and a range of core enhancements designed to improve device communication, safety devices visibility, and ecosystem security. The last time we wrote about a Matter release was for Matter 1.4.2, which added Wi-Fi-only provisioning and improved security, and …

Matter 1.6 Improves Smart Home Setup & Multi-Platform Support

Having a smart home setup is convenient, as it simplifies certain aspects and functions at home. However, getting everything up and running can still be frustrating. You’ll have to deal with wiring and network setup before it starts working. Things should improve soon. The Matter 1.6 update is here with some meaningful smart home connectivity upgrades. Matter 1.6 update uses NFC to simplify smart home connectivity The Connectivity Standards Alli…