With the integration of the Matter standard into the FRITZ!Box and the FRITZ!Smart Gateway, AVM has introduced an important innovation for smart home users. Matter enables smart devices from different manufacturers to be seamlessly connected in a single network and centrally controlled. Here you can learn how AVM is expanding the flexibility and compatibility of the smart home with Matter.
What is Matter and how does it work?
Matter is a cross-manufacturer communications standard that simplifies the compatibility and integration of various smart home devices. With Matter, users can centrally manage their devices and control them via a unified app or voice control, without being tied to a specific manufacturer. AVM makes this possible by using the FRITZ!Smart Gateway as a Matter bridge, integrating devices such as FRITZ!DECT sensors and sockets, as well as selected Zigbee and HAN-FUN compatible devices, into the Matter network.
FRITZ!Smart Gateway as a Matter Bridge
The FRITZ!Smart Gateway is the key to Matter integration with AVM. The new FRITZ!OS 7.63 update allows devices connected to it to be integrated into Matter-compatible networks. This also allows AVM-compatible third-party products, such as Zigbee lights and motion detectors, to be integrated into Matter networks. These devices appear in the control app of the respective Matter platform, such as Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, or Google Home, and can be intuitively controlled via voice commands.
Local control for more security
A major advantage of Matter integration is local control, which enables fast and secure communication. Data transmission takes place over the home network rather than cloud services, minimizing the risk of security vulnerabilities. Automations can be executed locally, and voice commands like "Siri, set the radiator to 20 degrees Celsius" are now possible directly with FRITZ!Box-enabled devices.
Compatible devices and models
The FRITZ!Box 5690 Pro and 5690 XGS models are the first AVM routers with Matter and Zigbee support. The FRITZ!Smart Gateway is also compatible with Matter and integrates many AVM devices and third-party solutions via DECT-ULE. Zigbee devices from brands such as IKEA, Philips Hue , and Aeotec can be integrated into the home network via the FRITZ!Smart Gateway.
Future perspective: Unified smart home control with Matter
Matter will enable FRITZ!Box users to expand their smart home even more flexibly in the future. Thanks to the Matter standard, it's possible to control and intuitively operate smart home devices from different manufacturers within a single network. Matter support in the FRITZ!Box and the FRITZ!Smart Gateway sets new standards in home networking and opens up a wide range of new integration options for users.
Conclusion
With Matter integration, AVM is taking smart home capabilities to a new level. Users benefit from a more open system that integrates not only AVM devices but also third-party products. This enables simple and future-proof control via popular platforms while also offering the advantage of secure local communication.
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