The world’s second largest manufacturer of TVs, Qingdao-based Hisense, plans to integrate support for the Matter protocol starting in 2023. The company’s portfolio, which includes consumer and home appliance brands such as Hisense, Toshiba, Gorenje, ASKO and ATAG, as well as smart device platforms such as ConnectLife and VIDAA, has also joined the Connectivity Standards Alliance.

According to Hisense, its Hisense brands will grow to include Matter compatible electronics and appliances going forward.

In a statement, Hisense said that once set up, users will be able to connect all Matter devices with preferred apps and ecosystems and enable the use of basic applications – such as the simple operation of devices and integration into smart home systems. With that, upcoming generations of smart devices from the Hisense Group will be Matter compatible.

“As the world’s #2 and China’s #1 TV manufacturer and a top tier manufacturer for home appliances, Hisense is committed to enhancing consumers’ lives and experiences with the adoption of Matter,” said David Gold, President of Hisense USA. “Matter will enable consumers to enjoy all the core features and benefits that the Hisense Group’s products offer while integrating seamlessly with their preferred apps and smart devices to help streamline and maximise their smart home setup.”

“The adoption of Matter by our member Hisense is another example of a global consumer electronics company seeing the value that it brings to the IoT ecosystem, delivering a more secure, open standard that benefits consumers and manufacturers alike,” said Chris LaPre, Head of Technology, Connectivity Standards Alliance. “We’re excited to see how quickly the standard is becoming a must-have component to categories like televisions and appliances, and we value the global scale that Hisense brings to the table.”

Hisense is headquartered in Qingdao, China. The business covers areas including multimedia, home appliances, IT intelligent information and modern service industries. In recent years, , Hisense has expended to more than 160 countries and regions. Smart TV is the core of Hisense B2C business. The company is also involved in B2B industries including Intelligent Transportation, Precision Medicine and Optical Communications.