[New post] Brinks has a new solar-powered deadbolt that is iOS-connected with HomeKit support on the way

Trevor Daugherty posted: " Over the last 12-18 months, popular lock manufacturers like Schlage and Kwikset have introduced iOS and Android-connected deadbolts for your home. Results have been somewhat mixed but there has clearly been an interest amongst consumers for this type " Respond to this post by replying above this line New post on 9to5Toys Brinks has a new solar-powered deadbolt that is iOS-connected with HomeKit support on the way by Trevor Daugherty Over the last 12-18 months, popular lock manufacturers like Schlage and Kwikset have introduced iOS and Android-connected deadbolts for your home. Results have been somewhat mixed but there has clearly been an interest amongst consumers for this type of technology. This week, Brinks announced a new competitor in this space that blends familiar features with some new ideas. The Array Digital Deadbolt has all the typical app-connected qualities. But instead of using low-power connection options like ZigBee or Bluetooth, Brinks is relying on Wi-Fi to communicate between devices. Because of the increased power drain, a solar panel has been built-in to the lock to help keep things running. More details below. Read more of this post Trevor Daugherty | January 21, 2016 at 2:31 pm | Tags: Android, Brinks Array, Deadbolt, iOS, Smart lock | Categories: New Product | URL: http://wp.me/p1xTlR-MCd Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from 9to5Toys. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://9to5toys.com/2016/01/21/brinks-array-deadbolt/ Thanks for flying with WordPress.com