New York-based Tuo Accessories has introduced a Matter-compatible smart button to integrate with a wide range of smart-home devices.

Matter is designed to bridge the gap between disparate smart home devices, enabling them to work together in harmony. By leveraging this technology, the button should integrate effortlessly with an array of smart devices, such as from Apple Home, Google Home and Samsung SmartThings.

With Thread and Bluetooth connectivity embedded, the button offers fast controls for smart home devices. Thread technology, known for its low latency and reliability, allows for an almost instantaneous response. This ensures users can control their smart home appliances with speed and precision, offering a seamless user experience that feels both intuitive and satisfying.

Despite its small size, the button is a fully-featured scene controller that supports various command inputs including single click, double click and long press. These can be mapped to perform different functions, allowing users to tailor their smart home experience according to their needs and preferences.

“Before sunrise each morning, a single press on the button initiates my wake-up scene – bedside lights gradually brighten, mimicking a natural sunrise, while my smart shades begin to open to around 45%,” said Tuo co-founder Sam Gabby. “This gentle wake-up routine, orchestrated by the Tuo smart button, has transformed my mornings, making the transition from sleep to wakefulness a seamless and enjoyable experience.

“Later in the evening, with the help of Siri Shortcuts, a long press of the button sets my wife’s relaxation mode scene. Lights dim, her Apple HomePod mini starts to play soothing sounds, and her diffuser turns on to the desired fan speed. All of this happens in a matter of seconds, adding a touch of magic to our everyday life.”

Gabby and co-founder Solly Assa shared their vision behind the creation of the device.

“We ventured into the smart home space with a clear intention to create a control device for our future smart accessories,” they said. “However, we found the current market offerings to be underwhelming. This drove us to create something that was not only beautiful and satisfying to use but also provided a level of functionality and security not seen before. Collaborating with our partners at the CSA with Matter, Thread Group, Nordic Semiconductors and DigiCert, we’ve created a secure, multi-functional product that not only meets our ambitious vision but also raises the bar for what users can expect from smart-home devices.”