Arduino Nano Matter now speaks Zigbee

The Arduino Nano Matter gains Zigbee 3.0 support. The update requires core 5.0 and a specific script. The new feature allows connection to smart network devices.

The development board gains support for the Zigbee 3.0 protocol with a core update to version 5.0. This allows the board to connect to Zigbee networks, such as bulbs, sensors and switches. The library offers Arduino classes for creating Zigbee devices, and the coordinator can be another Nano Matter or devices such as Echo and SmartThings.

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To set up the support, users need to use the extra_firmware_flasher.py script and the Arduino IDE. The camera integrates HD imaging, a microphone and adjustable LED light, enabling real-time audio and video processing for AI model inference. The camera is available with documentation and usage examples in the Arduino App Lab. These new features are part of a series of developments aimed at expanding the Arduino ecosystem for more complex and connected applications. The board, which is already popular for its versatility, becomes even more versatile with Zigbee support. The USB camera complements this evolution, offering computer vision and edge AI capabilities. The combination of the board and the camera opens up new possibilities for edge computing and artificial intelligence projects.

The core update to version 5.0 allows the board to connect to smart network devices, such as bulbs, sensors and switches. The connection to Zigbee networks opens up new possibilities for edge computing and AI vision, since the USB camera is available with documentation and usage examples in the Arduino App Lab. The library simplifies programming, but requires knowledge of scripts and updating the development environment.

The new feature may frustrate those who are not familiar with the specific setup, but it offers flexibility. Zigbee 3.0 support is an evolution that expands the use of the Nano Matter in automation and IoT applications.

Expansion of the Arduino ecosystem to smart networks

For developers who need to integrate Zigbee devices into smart network projects. The company also launched a USB accessory with AI vision and edge computing capabilities.