Eve is updating their hardware to support new standards.
The first smart home appliances supporting the Matter standard are now available after months of development. As mentioned in November, Eve Systems is adding Matter support to three of his products: Eve Energy Plugs, Eve Door & Window Sensors, and Eve Motion Sensors. Free firmware allows HomeKit-specific hardware to communicate with new controllers, including Samsung’s SmartThings app and sincere support from Amazon Alexa and Google Home.
The update, which could be released this week, requires a currently unofficial iOS and iPadOS 16.2 upgrade, according to The Verge, and requires signing up for an early access program. will only be for a short period of time. Matter-enabled products and his Android version of Eve’s app should be available in the first quarter of 2023. According to the company, each of the 14 Eve devices will eventually support Matter. Other control platforms only have access to basic functionality at first, but Android apps need to extend their support.
This issue is an attempt to solve compatibility issues that still exist in the smart home world where you may need specific apps or smart speakers to use your preferred device. If your bulb or thermostat has a Matter badge, it should work with your current settings, so don’t worry.
The downside, of course, is that additional vendors have to do the same. Matter-enabled hubs, network routers, and apps are expected to be available soon, while end devices are expected to be widely available in his 2023. Time than indifference.
