Next-Level Home Automation – Cionlabs’ Modules Bring Matter and Security Together
Cionlabs- Amidst a landscape of ever-expanding connectivity and the burgeoning adoption of the Internet of Things, streamlining interoperability among connected devices while bolstering their security and dependability is paramount. The inception of the Matter standard serves precisely this purpose. To streamline the integration of Matter standard and security features into smart home and smart building devices, Cionlabs unveils the BK7235 Modules. These certified secure modules, combined with the Alexa SDK, herald a transformative moment for the Indian IoT industry.
According to ABI Research projections, the count of smart home devices is poised to double by 2030, reaching approximately 1.7 billion globally. Ensuring these devices seamlessly and securely connect with each other and various smart home ecosystems is imperative. This is where the Matter standard steps in, facilitating seamless interoperability among connected devices, even across diverse manufacturers. The Matter protocol delineates a set of principles underpinning uniform security and privacy measures for smart homes. Given that smart homes rely on intelligent devices to not only enhance comfort but also elevate efficiency and security, the Matter standard plays a pivotal role in this ecosystem.
Cionlabs’ latest IoT modules are a testament to Indian ingenuity and engineering prowess. Designed with both WiFi and BLE capabilities, these modules are pin-to-pin compatible with ESP32, ensuring seamless integration for various applications. But what sets these modules apart is their core – powered by chipsets from Beken Corporation (https://bekencorp.com), a leader in wireless technology. This collaboration brings unmatched reliability and performance to the forefront.
The ACK SDK for Matter provides device manufacturers with enhanced capabilities, such as the Frustration-Free Setup for Matter. This feature enables customers to effortlessly add Matter-compliant smart home devices to Alexa, offering a seamless, zero-touch experience. With this functionality, devices automatically connect to the network and setup initiates as soon as they are powered on.
Integrated within Cionlabs BK7235 Module, the ACK SDK for Matter solution offers customers a comprehensive suite of features. These include Interoperability, Frustration-Free Setup, Security, IoT cloud support for logs and metric collection, as well as Over-The-Air (OTA) updates. Furthermore, the integration of the ACK SDK is easily achievable for Cionlabs’s other IoT modules through a flexible software framework.
The Cionlabs BK7235 Module boasts certifications for Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and Matter 1.0, while also supporting Amazon Alexa fast connection MSS certification. Equipped with an independent hardware-isolated security unit, the it ensures robust security measures, including Secure Boot and secure storage, reinforced by the utilization of highly secure P-384 encryption protocols for authentication algorithms. Third-party security organizations have conducted comprehensive white-box inspections on the entire chip, which has resulted in PSA Level 1 security certification. Featuring an integration of RISC-V MCU and a versatile array of peripherals and I/O interfaces, the BK7235 Module is tailored for sophisticated Internet of Things (IoT) applications.
Cionlabs BK7235 Module supports the Alexa Connect Kit SDK for Matter, ACK’s Matter solution that provides the interoperability of Matter with valuable cloud features for Logs, Metrics, and OTA. Devices with ACK SDK for Matter can connect to Matter administrators for complete interoperability, but also receive IoT updates and provide business insights through metrics and logs. Along with supporting the Alexa Connect Kit SDK for Matter, BK7235 is certified for Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and features security features like Secure Boot & storage as a PSA Level 1 security certified SoC.
Availability
Cionlabs offers samples of the BK7235 Module for convenient evaluation and design integration. Market availability is slated to commence in March 2024. Developers can access design application notes and integration support from Cionlabs without the need for signing a non-disclosure agreement (NDA). For more details, reach out via email at contact@cionlabs.com or visit our website at https://cionlabs.com.
