Arduino Releases Matter IoT Development Bundle
Arduino, in partnership with Silicon Labs, has released the Matter Discovery Bundle for developing Internet of Things projects. The bundle is designed for exploring embedded systems using the Matter connectivity standard. It includes a seven-module course to guide developers in creating Matter-enabled devices.
- The Matter standard is an open-source connectivity protocol developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance, which includes major tech companies like Apple, Google, and Amazon. It aims to unify the fragmented smart home market by allowing devices from different manufacturers to communicate directly with each other over IP-based networks. - At the core of the bundle is the Arduino Nano Matter board, which is based on the Silicon Labs MGM240S system-on-chip. This partnership provides developers with Silicon Labs' secure and energy-efficient hardware combined with Arduino's user-friendly development environment. - The bundle includes the Nano Matter board, a Nano Connector Carrier with a QWIIC connector for solderless expansion, and three initial sensor/actuator modules: a Latch Relay, a Distance sensor, and a Thermo sensor. - The included seven-module course is designed to guide users from beginner to being capable of building certified Matter-over-Thread products, covering topics like setup, network deployment, and advanced features. - The development board features an ARM Cortex-M33 processor, supports Matter, Thread, and Bluetooth protocols, and has low power consumption. To connect to a smart home network, the bundle requires a Matter-over-Thread border router, such as an Apple TV 4K or a Google Home Hub. - This bundle is part of Arduino's broader "Pro" ecosystem, which provides tools for businesses and professionals to design, deploy, and manage IoT solutions at scale, moving beyond the hobbyist-focused market. - The Arduino Matter Discovery Bundle is available for purchase from the Arduino Store for $61.04.
