Yale Bows Bluetooth, Wi-Fi Smart Locks With Matter Version 'Coming Soon'
Smart home security brand Yale Home launched the Assure Lock 2 smart locks Thursday in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi models, with versions “coming soon” for compatibility with Z-Wave, SmartThings and Matter. All models are programmed using Yale’s Access app and work…
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out of the box with Bluetooth and Apple HomeKit, Yale said. Yale's Wi-Fi Smart Modules, available in-box with the locks or sold separately, no longer require a Wi-Fi bridge, enabling easier setup, it said. Users can lock and unlock with the keypad and give unique entry codes to guests, service providers or other visitors, it said. The lock can be controlled via app using a smartphone or Apple Watch; a separate module is required for voice control, Yale said. Auto-Unlock, a Bluetooth-enabled feature, unlocks the door when the resident approaches. Yale’s DoorSense technology signals if a door is open or closed and locks the door when it closes. Prices range $159-$259.