Another Big Moment: Google Nest and Android Devices Now Support Matter
Reading Time: 2 minutesMatter compatibility has arrived in an automatic update to all devices.
All the parts of the Matter ecosystem continue to fall in place for fans of the smart home. Here’s the latest about the smart home protocol.
Google Nest, Android Devices Support Matter
In a blog post, Google announced that all Google Nest and Android devices are compatible with Matter. There’s no need to do anything, all the devices were automatically updated.
Using a Google Home or Nest hub, you can control any Matter-enabled accessory. Hubs include the original Google Home speaker, Google Home Mini, Nest Mini, Nest Audio, Nest Hub (1st and 2nd gen), Nest Hub Max, and Nest Wifi Pro.
The Nest Wifi Pro mesh router landed in October 2022. Matter devices use either Wi-Fi or the great Thread communication protocol to communicate. Google has also updated the Nest Wifi Pro, Nest Hub Max, and the Nest Hub (2nd gen) to become Thread border routers.
Android devices can now make use of Matter support using Fast Pair. That allows you to quickly and easily connect Matter-enabled devices to your network. After the quick setup process, Matter devices can also connect to other apps and ecosystems.
And there are more Matter features coming from Google next year. Along with more Matter device support, Google is planning to bring iOS support to the Google Home app. In 2023, Google will also roll out an enhanced Multi-Admin feature for better cross-platform control in partnership with Samsung.
Matter Devices Beginning to Appear As Well
Another major part of the Matter puzzle is smart home accessories like locks, lights, and more. Earlier in December 2022, Eve began to roll out Matter support for three devices—a smart plug, contact sensor, and motion sensor.
We’re expecting to see a large influx of other Matter accessories arrive on the market next year with CES 2023 likely being an introduction for a host of new options.
Get Ready for a Matter-Filled 2023
The march to Matter has been the biggest smart home story of 2022. And with Google adding support to its popular line of hubs and accessories, Matter is shaping up to have a more impactful 2023.