Add 9116 deprecation in documentation #624
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Pull Request Overview
Adds deprecation warnings for Matter support on Silicon Labs 9116 devices to inform users of upcoming removal. This documentation update ensures customers are aware of the planned deprecation before it takes effect.
- Added deprecation notices to notify users of upcoming 9116 Matter support removal
- Updated getting started documentation with clear deprecation warnings
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| ./scripts/examples/gn_silabs_example.sh examples/lighting-app/silabs/ out/lighting-app_rs9116 BRD4187C use_external_flash=false chip_enable_ble_rs911x=true --wifi rs9116 | ||
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| > **Note**: Matter Support for 9116 will be deprecated from upcoming releases. |
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[nitpick] The deprecation notice could be more specific about the timeline and next steps for users. Consider adding when the deprecation will take effect and what alternatives users should migrate to.
| > **Note**: Matter Support for 9116 will be deprecated from upcoming releases. | |
| > **Deprecation Notice**: Matter Support for RS9116 will be deprecated starting with the next major release (expected Q3 2024). Users are encouraged to migrate to SiWx917 for future Wi-Fi NCP development. Please refer to the [migration guide](https://community.silabs.com/s/article/rs9116-to-siwx917-migration?language=en_US) for details and recommended steps. |
| Here is a list of some the supported macros and their GN argument equivalent. | ||
| > **Note**: Matter Support for 9116 will be deprecated from upcoming releases. |
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The same deprecation message is duplicated in two locations. Consider extracting this to a shared include file or variable to maintain consistency and make future updates easier.
| ./scripts/examples/gn_silabs_example.sh examples/lighting-app/silabs/ out/lighting-app_rs9116 BRD4187C use_external_flash=false chip_enable_ble_rs911x=true --wifi rs9116 | ||
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| > **Note**: Matter Support for 9116 will be deprecated from upcoming releases. |
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We should mention the version at which support will be deprecated
Summary
This PR aims to add logs to notify we are deprecating support for 9116 Matter in an upcoming release. This PR involves updating all relevant customer-facing documentation to clearly communicate this deprecation and inform users that support will be fully removed in a future version.
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