Fully compatible with HomeKit, Aqara's first deadbolt smart lock integrates with the Matter home-automation standard. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

Fully compatible with HomeKit, Aqara's first deadbolt smart lock integrates with the Matter home-automation standard. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

Fully compatible with HomeKit, Aqara's first deadbolt smart lock integrates with the Matter home-automation standard. (via Cult of Mac - Tech and culture through an Apple lens)

Move over 15-inch MacBook Air – Apple’s latest professional machine is now an even better value thanks to an all-time low discount. Headlining all of today’s best deals, the M2 Pro MacBook Pro lands at $1,749 thanks to a $250 price cut. Bringing HomeKit and more to your front door, the first discount is live on Aqara’s all-new Smart Lock U100 with Home Key support at $161, complementing all of these Philips Hue smart lighting deals from $13. Hit the jump for all that and more in the latest 9to5Toys Lunch Break. more… The post Thursday’s best deals: 14-inch M2 Pro MacBook Pro $250 off, Aqara Home Key smart lock $161, more appeared first on 9to5Mac.

After using the for a few months, I can honestly say that Home Key is now table stakes for all smart locks. It’s no longer enough to just support HomeKit. HomeKit is a software layer for door locks. Home Key support is a game changer in terms of day-to-day functionality. There are no apps to open or Bluetooth connections to wait on. With Home Key, it’s tap and go. I’ve spent the last week with the Aqara Door Lock U100 with Home Key support, so let’s dive into how it works, my thoughts on it compared to Level Lock+, and the installation process. more… The post HomeKit Weekly: Hands-on review with the new Aqara Smart Lock with Home Key appeared…

After using the for a few months, I can honestly say that Home Key is now table stakes for all smart locks. It’s no longer enough to just support HomeKit. HomeKit is a software layer for door locks. Home Key support is a game changer in terms of day-to-day functionality. There are no apps to open or Bluetooth connections to wait on. With Home Key, it’s tap and go. I’ve spent the last week with the Aqara Door Lock U100 with Home Key support, so let’s dive into how it works, my thoughts on it compared to Level Lock+, and the installation process. more… The post HomeKit Weekly: Hands-on review with the new Aqara Smart Lock with Home Key appeared…