SwitchBot unveils world’s first smart door lock with 3D facial recognition

SwitchBot is expanding its smart home locks portfolio by launching the new Lock Vision series smart door locks. SwitchBot has introduced two models under the Lock Vision series, the Lock Vision and the Lock Vision Pro. The latest offering from SwitchBot is advertised as the world’s first smart deadbolt lock equipped with 3D structured-light facial recognition technology. 

SwitchBot is inspired by the same core technology used in flagship smartphones. According to the brand, the Lock Vision series projects over 20,000 infrared points to create highly accurate 3D facial maps capable of millimeter-level recognition. On top of this, SwitchBot claims that the system unlocks doors in under one second. 

Besides, the Lock Vision series offers multiple unlock methods, including app control, NFC cards, passwords, voice assistant, smartwatch control, auto-unlock via geofencing, physical keys, palm vein recognition, and semiconductor fingerprint unlocking. The security gadget uses infrared sensing technology for palm vein recognition, which is the same technology found on the Anker Eufy FamiLock E34. 

This enables users to unlock doors without touching the device, even when hands are wet, dirty, or difficult to scan with conventional fingerprint readers. A high-capacity 10,000 mAh rechargeable lithium battery powers the Lock Vision series, with a specified runtime life of around 12 months. Moreover, both gadgets support Matter-over-Wi-Fi, allowing users to connect directly with supported smart home ecosystems. 

SwitchBot has incorporated a six-tier security protection system covering locking security, unlocking security, communication security, alarm security, and power security. Other features include tamper alerts, IP65 water and dust resistance, remote unlock confirmation, forced unlock protection, emergency SOS fingerprint recognition, and automatic lockout after repeated failed verification attempts. 

As for price, the SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro is priced at $229.99/CA$299.99 and the Lock Vision costs $169.99/CA$229.99. Both smart locks are now available for purchase via SwitchBot’s official website and Amazon.