Two New Devices Gain Matter Certification
Two new smart home products have recently achieved Matter certification, expanding the interoperable ecosystem. The BUSY Bar, a productivity device, is now certified to integrate with Apple Home, Google Home, and Home Assistant. A recent review also highlighted the Yale Linus L2 Lite smart lock for its native Thread-over-Matter compatibility, which allows it to connect to hubs without a proprietary bridge.
- The BUSY Bar, from the makers of the Flipper Zero, features a front-facing RGB LED matrix and a rear grayscale OLED display for controls and timers. - Developer access to the BUSY Bar is provided through an open HTTP API, MQTT for event-based integration, and official libraries for Python, JavaScript, and Go. - The Yale Linus L2 Lite is a retrofit lock designed for installation on the interior side of a door, making it compatible with existing Euro Profile Cylinders without altering exterior hardware. - While the Yale lock uses Thread for local Matter integration, remote access and control via the Yale Home app still necessitates the purchase of a separate ConnectX Wi-Fi Bridge. - The Linus L2 Lite is powered by three CR123 batteries, a design choice made to fit its more compact form factor compared to the larger Linus L2 model. - In addition to Thread, the Yale lock also incorporates Bluetooth 5.4 for communication. - Matter certification is a mandatory prerequisite for network access; a process known as Device Attestation cryptographically verifies a device's certified status during setup and prevents non-compliant hardware from joining. - The Matter 1.0 standard launched in October 2022 with support for foundational devices like lights and locks, while subsequent releases have expanded compatibility to include major appliances, robotic vacuums, and water management sensors.
