Will Matter finally be able to do what it should have always done? (opens original article in a new tab)

Matter 1.6 introduces Joint Fabric, allowing smart devices to be controlled across multiple ecosystems without duplication, along with NFC setup and thermostat communication features.

• Matter 1.6 introduces Joint Fabric, enabling a single shared network across multiple ecosystems like Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa.
• Devices added to the network can be controlled by any authorized platform without needing to
• Matter 1.6 also includes NFC setup support and Thermostat Suggestions for cross-ecosystem communication.