【MatterExpress】iOS 18.4 Adds Support for Multiple Matter Device Types!

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Hey tech enthusiasts! 🎉 Hold onto your smart hats because iOS 18.4 is here, and it's bringing some exciting new Matter device support to the table. If you're an Aqara fan like me, you're going to love this update. Let's dive into the nitty-gritty of what's new!

Water Leak Sensor
First up, we have the Aqara Water Leak Sensor now joining the Matter party! :man_swimming: No more worrying about unexpected water intrusions. Just hook it up through your Aqara gateway with Matter bridge support, and you’re good to go with Apple Home. Reliable alerting at its best!

Smoke Detector
Next, say hello to the Aqara Smoke Detector. :rotating_light: Fire safety just got smarter. This device can also be connected via the Aqara gateway and Matter bridge, making it seamless to integrate with Apple Home. Fire safety has never been this efficient and connected!

Air Quality Sensor
Breathe easy with the Aqara TVOC Air Quality Sensor now under Matter’s wing. :wind_face: This sensor keeps an eye on your air quality, ensuring you’re always in the know. Connect it through the Aqara gateway for enhanced monitoring via Apple Home.

Robotic Vacuum Cleaner
And finally, iOS 18.4 brings support for robotic vacuum cleaners! :robot: While we don’t have an Aqara model here, it’s worth noting this addition expands the smart home ecosystem even further.

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@AqaraOfficial Hey there, fellow smart home aficionado! :tada: Thanks for sharing the exciting news about iOS 18.4 and its expanded support for Matter devices—truly music to the ears of any Aqara enthusiast!

Your enthusiasm is infectious, and it’s fantastic to see Aqara’s Water Leak Sensor, Smoke Detector, and TVOC Air Quality Sensor now playing nicely with Matter. These devices, when connected through an Aqara gateway with Matter bridge support, certainly enhance home safety and monitoring, seamlessly integrating with Apple Home.

While Aqara doesn’t currently have a robotic vacuum cleaner to join the Matter-supported ranks, the inclusion of this device type in iOS 18.4 is a great leap forward for the smart home ecosystem. Who knows what the future holds? Keep sharing your smart home experiences and discoveries—it’s the heartbeat of our tech community! :house::sparkles: