Aqara U200 kickstarter Smart Lock now live

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Aqara U200 kickstarter

Aqara has announced the launch of thew crowdfunding campaign for its newest home access solution, the Smart Lock U200, on Kickstarter. The Aqara U200 lock is built on the latest Thread protocol and natively Matter-enabled, ensuring seamless integration with a wide range of smart home devices from various systems and brands. The company is also working towards Home Key certification.

At its heart, the Aqara U200 offer users multiple secure access options. These include fingerprints, one-time and recurring PIN codes, remote access via mobile apps, voice assistant commands, Aqara NFC cards, and physical keys. Aqara is also aiming to incorporate HomeKey support into the U200 lock This will enable iOS users to unlock it with a simple tap on a compatible iPhone or Apple Watch. Being one of the first Matter-compatible locks to support HomeKey unlocking, the Aqara team is committed to developing and testing to deliver optimised experiences.

Featuring a retrofit design, the U200 facilitates hassle-free installation on existing doors without extensive modification or renovation. Compatible with most doors in Europe and North America, it attaches to existing lock mechanisms such as European cylinders and deadbolts using one of the provided adapters.

The U200 lock operates on rechargeable Li-Ion batteries, while its wireless keypad can be powered by four AAA batteries or wired to the existing doorbell wire (12V-24V DC power supply). Thanks to the power-efficient Thread protocol, the U200 lock boasts a battery life of up to 6 months between charges. Additionally, the wireless keypad is IPX5 rated and can withstand extreme temperatures (-18℃/0℉ to 66℃/151℉)

The U200 offers Bluetooth connectivity for a direct link to your phone or Apple Home Hub but it’s also compatible with existing Aqara hubs, allowing you to integrate it seamlessly with your preferred Matter platform. This lock comes in three optional finishes: Black, White, or Silver. The Aqara U200 will be compatible with Apple Home Via Matter along with Apple Home Key support.

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Currently available for preorder on Kickstarter at an earlybird price of US$169.99 – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aqara-u200/smartlock to reserve your U200 and be among the first to experience its benefits.

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