According to MacRumors, at the end of 2019, Apple, Amazon, Google and the Zigbee Alliance announced plans to develop a common standard for smart home products that will utilize existing protocols such as Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa and Google Weave.
This so-called “IP Home Connectivity Project” or “CHIP Project” aims to obtain device certification by defining a set of specific IP-based network technologies, thereby making it easier for device manufacturers to manufacture various smart home platforms and voice assistants. Compatible devices. The new open-source standard will rely on Wi-Fi, Bluetooth LE and Thread for device setup and connection.
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According to a webinar held by the Zigbee Alliance earlier this week, companies participating in the project will be able to obtain equipment certification by the end of 2021. The standard will span multiple categories, including lights, locks, cameras, thermostats, curtains/shades, and TVs.
For old smart home products, CHIP projects can also be accessed through smart home bridges. If the standard CHIP project to be successful, consumers will have faith heart, I believe they are buying smart home products can be compatible with a variety of smart home platform.
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