Smart locks the whole year they go contactless, from palm reading technology to increased compatibility with Apple Home Keys. But here in CES this week, Schlage is one of the few brands going in a different direction with something called ultra-wideband, or UWB, a frequency that specializes in tracking a target's exact location.
Other Bluetooth hands-free unlocking, for example, can unlock the door early as you start to approach your home or an apartment. That can make people nervous or lead to worries that the door was never locked to begin with. To make the process smoother, Schlage's particularly sleek-looking Sense Pro increases precision with UWB.
As a result, Schlage's smart grid can quickly connect to an authorized phone and calculate its speed, trajectory and movement. In theory, this allows the lock to open only when the driver reaches the door, not before or with annoying delays. Whether you're moving a tired child or rushing to get groceries indoors in the rain, the lock is made to respond at the right time.
Schlage plans a new application for 2025 as well.
Sense Pro also works with Matter, supports NFC lock/unlock, and includes a keyboard for people who want to switch to more limited access options. And Schlage is planning an update to its app in early 2025, focused on making it more streamlined and informative at a glance.
If UWB target prediction doesn't dazzle your dazzle, Schlage releases an additional lock, the arrival trigger. While the Schlage Arrive has no location tricks, it does come with one built in Wi-Fi support so you don't need an additional hub to connect and manage access codes from anywhere.
If you're intrigued by Schlage's location detection technology, you'll have to wait until later in 2025 for more details. Schlage hasn't announced a firm release window or price yet, but we'll be sure to update you when we know more.
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