Google is gearing up for Matter
Talking about the Matter smart home standard feels like rehashing the plot of Waiting for Godot, but that’s the name of the game at this stage. At least the rest of the industry is keeping the dream alive by mentioning it, and Google gave us a little more in terms of what to expect when the standard is ready to implement.
Developers will be able to access the Google Home Developer Console later this summer, which features two new software development kits for building Matter devices and apps. This SDK will also include access to Google’s Intelligence Clusters for developers who meet particular security and privacy requirements. This will allow their devices and apps to access your Home app’s Home & Away routines, which is the key to automation in any Google-led smart home.
