Matter 1.3 Adds Supports for New Devices, Enables Energy Reporting, Improves TV Functionality, More

The Connectivity Standards Alliance has announced the availability of Matter 1.3, adding support for new devices in the kitchen and laundry, energy management, electric vehicle charging, and much more.

With the support of our Membership and the active participation of a strong community of engineers and product experts from across the globe, the Connectivity Standards Alliance and its Members remain committed to Matter as the industry's best path to delivering increased simplicity, interoperability, security, and value to consumers. With the release of version 1.3, Matter continues to expand its footprint across the smart home industry and the IoT ecosystem.

New Support for Water and Energy Management Devices

● Energy Management — To help users understand and manage their energy use, save money, and reduce their carbon footprint, Matter 1.3 introduces new energy reporting capabilities. This enables any device type to include the ability to report actual and estimated ...