U-tec unveils new Ultraloq Bolt devices supporting Apple Home
U-tec has announced three new smart locks, the Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter (Thread), the Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint (Wi-Fi) and the Ultraloq Bolt NFC. All devices can be unlocked in one of six ways: with a code, via the app, detecting your approach to the door, with voice commands, a physical key and either Apple Home Key or a fingerprint with 99.8% accuracy.
The range-topping Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter allows you to connect to a wide range of smart home systems like Apple Home, Google Home or Amazon Alexa. Another benefit of the Matter-over-Thread lock is a relatively long battery life. The cheaper Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint uses Wi-Fi rather than Thread and is compatible with Apple Home. Plus, the built-in Wi-Fi chip lets you use the gadget without a hub or bridge. The Ultraloq Bolt NFC, also featuring integrated Wi-Fi, replaces the fingerprint scanner with an NFC reader, allowing you to unlock your door with Apple Home Key. The locks support auto-locking, and you can remotely view the its status in the app.
The Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint will be the first to launch at the end of January, retailing for $249, according to an interview by The Verge. The Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter (Thread) will arrive in March and is slightly more expensive at $299. Then, in April, the Ultraloq Bolt NFC will go on sale for $249.
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