The Hub M3 is Aqara's first border router product that supports Thread protocol, as well as a multi-mode hub that supports Zigbee 3.0 and Bluetooth protocol child device. Together with the newly upgraded cross-LAN and cross-hub local automation control capability and Matter access capability, it emerges as Aqara's next-generation smart home control hub.
Using ARM dual-core A7 architecture main control chip, with a working main frequency of 1 GHz, M3 can easily cope with various data processing and automation control and execution. Network connection supports wireless connection with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz dual-band Wi-Fi 6 protocols, while also retaining wired network connection with an RJ45 interface and supporting POE power from that interface. In addition to being powered by an adapter, the USB-C interface is also equipped with data communication capabilities that can be extended for use with other peripherals.
The infrared remote control function has been comprehensively upgraded with six high-power infrared transmitter tubes distributed on the front and four sides of the product to ensure all-around coverage of infrared control signals in large spaces and reliable control of long-range infrared devices. A hub cluster can be built by networking multiple M3s for a hub, which can then be used for localized networking control over a larger area.
