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Amazon's first smart lock works even with a dead battery

The Ring Smat Lock can be unlocked in four ways.
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The Ring Smat Lock can be unlocked in four ways.
Amazon claims to have solved one of the biggest problems with smart door locks, as the new Ring Smart Lock can be unlocked even when its battery is depleted. All you need to do is turn a wheel, which temporarily supplies the lock with power.
Smart Home Launch

Amazon's smart home subsidiary brand Ring unveiled its first smart door lock today. Perhaps the most interesting feature is a large dial on the front that generates electricity when turned. This makes it possible to unlock the door lock even with a depleted battery by turning this wheel a few times beforehand.

The Ring Smart Lock offers four ways to unlock it – a fingerprint sensor, a keypad for entering a code, a smartphone app, and Amazon Alexa integration. The lock does not support ultra-wideband or NFC, so it cannot be unlocked by holding a smartphone or key card against it. Amazon offers intelligent access management, as do most competitors.
 


For example, it is possible to create codes that only work at a specific time, allowing a service provider access to your home for just a few hours. The lock can also be controlled over the internet via the smartphone app, for example to check whether it is locked while you are out. The lock supports Amazon Sidewalk, so it can connect to other nearby Amazon and Ring devices if the connection to your home Wi-Fi network is too weak.

Pricing and availability

The Ring Smart Lock is expected to launch in early 2027, initially in the USA. The smart door lock will be available in black, silver or bronze and is set to cost $249.

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