Matter 1.4 Expands Smart Home Interoperability with New Device Support

The latest update to the Matter standard introduces enhanced multi-platform integration and energy management capabilities.

Matter 1.4 introduces support for new device types, including heat pumps, solar panels, and home batteries, enhancing energy management in smart homes.
Enhanced Multi-Admin allows automatic integration of Matter devices across multiple ecosystems, simplifying setup and improving user experience.
Certified home routers and access points can now function as both Wi-Fi access points and Thread border routers, streamlining smart home connectivity.
The Connectivity Standards Alliance aims to address previous rollout challenges, but adoption by major platforms like Apple and Google may take time.
While Matter 1.4 does not yet include support for security cameras, it covers most other home device categories, setting a foundation for future updates.