Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available

Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available

Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-08-04 22:05:02 - last edited 2023-08-04 22:53:01
Model: KS205   KS225  
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Matter Compatability has now expanded beyond Smart Plugs!

The KS205 and KS225 are the latest releases from Kasa to support Matter - allowing you to simplify your entire smart home. 

KS205 – Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch with Matter Compatibility1366f1727b8e4ab394273e26f4976a57

 

Matter Certified – Integrate Your Devices into Your Favorite Ecosystems

Easy Installation – Interchangeable Load and Line Terminals

No Hub Required – Connects Directly to Your Home’s secured 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Network

Auto-Off Timer – Save Energy By Automatically Turning the Lights Off After a set period

Lighting Schedules, Away Mode

 

KS205 Product Overview | Buy the KS205 on Amazon

 

 

 

KS225 – Kasa Smart Wi-Fi Dimmer Switch with Matter Compatibilityf57270ee78394cbdb9b40539e1571979

 

Matter Certified – Integrate Your Devices into Your Favorite Ecosystems

No Hub Required – Connects Directly to Your Home’s secured 2.4GHz Wi-Fi Network.

Brightness Control with Scheduling – Gradually Change the Brightness of Your Lights as they Turn on or off.

Adjustable Fade On/Off

Away Mode, Scheduling

 

KS225 Product Overview | Buy the KS225 on Amazon

 
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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-08-09 21:39:13

  @Riley_S Any update on when we might expect the KS240 light and fan control?

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-08-09 23:42:56

  @PDonges87,

My most recent post about the KS240s potential device availability can be found in this thread: https://community.tp-link.com/us/smart-home/forum/topic/604978?replyId=1234824

Due to the Amount of Requests, I will provide any information I can as soon as I get my hands on it - so just make sure to keep an eye out.

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-09-10 17:12:47

  @Riley_S, will Kasa also add 3 way dimmer switches that support matter? If so, where can I learn more of any such upcoming products?

 

Thanks

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-09-11 18:01:59

  @tjacobhi,

I will definitely provide an update when a 3-Way Switch with matter compatibility is released. Most of the releases that we are seeing were first teased or announced during CES - so we will definitely see more announced over the coming months.

 

I cannot imagine that we would not release a device for this purpose, it may simply take slightly longer as we are essentially seeing the release of the most basic form of smart home products with matter. I will see if i can dig up any information about a prospective release, however, you will most likely need to wait for a larger announcement from the company later in the year.

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-09-13 03:05:25

  @Riley_S Any news on whether older devices (such as KS220, KS200, KS230) may be upgradable to support matter?

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-09-13 16:21:24

  @ff1,

While I have no news, I think that it is something that should not be relied upon for a few reasons. One, we are not seeing too many devices, from any brand, being updated to support Matter. The only cases that we see are situations in which matter compatibility is added through a separate hub that communicates with the devices which is something that the teams are looking at for our exiting Tapo sensors. 

 

Furthermore, it looks like Matter and Non-Matter devices are both being released (KS220 vs KS225 are Still both in Production)

 

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-09-19 16:43:14

  @Riley_S 

Is the KS220 the same as the KS225 except for the Matter compatibility of the latter?  Thanks.

 

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2023-09-19 17:35:45

Hey  @NiceOne,

You are correct. The two are essentially the same except for their compatibility with protocols/services.

 

Smart Dimmer Switch: KS220 and KS225 are Equal, with the KS225 Supporting Matter

 

Smart Switch: KS200 and KS205 are Equal with the KS205 Supporting Matter

 

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2024-01-14 10:36:25 - last edited 2024-01-14 10:38:06

  @Riley_S 

 

It is no longer in development, as it was announced at last year's CES, and no mention of it this year.

 

It isn't uncommon for companies to show off prototypes  that remain exactly that.

 

Due to a change in direction or difficulty to produce the product.

 

i would not expect the KS240 to be released. It would have been before this year's CES.

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Re:Matter-Compatible Switch and Dimmer from Kasa Now Available
2024-01-16 01:40:23

  @DrTek,

I would recommend taking a look at my response on this thread. The device should still set to release this or early next month.

 

While CES devices will not always come to fruition, you will often see devices released a year or more after their announcement at CES. 

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