Hubitat Elevation updates support for Matter and Aqara devices in October 2024

On October 16, 2024, Hubitat, a home automation company based in the United States, announced a significant update to its Elevation platform, version 2.3.9.192. This update introduces built-in support for Matter Bridge devices, allowing users to seamlessly integrate devices such as the Aqara Hub M3 and Philips Hue Bridge without needing additional integration apps or custom coding. The update also includes new drivers for various Aqara Zigbee devices, enhancing compatibility and user experience. The update reflects Hubitat's commitment to improving its platform based on user feedback, particularly regarding the integration of Aqara devices, which have been highly requested. Users can now pair Aqara Zigbee devices directly to the Hubitat hub or utilize the Aqara M3 Hub as a Matter Bridge for Thread devices. Future updates are anticipated to expand compatibility with additional Aqara devices. Moreover, the Google Home Integration app has been enhanced, now supporting a broader range of device types, including fans, locks, and garage door controllers. This allows users to control various home automation devices through Google Home, further streamlining the smart home experience. The update is available for all current Hubitat hub owners, specifically for models C-5 and newer. Hubitat continues to evolve its platform, aiming to meet the growing demands of smart home technology and user preferences.