This Lock Opens Before You Even Knock

Aug 12

1 min read

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Smart home reviewer Rebecca Brand just tested a deadbolt that unlocks itself before you even reach for the door.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PMVgA-XI7ac

Key Info

Aqara's U400 uses Ultra-Wideband (UWB) to unlock automatically when you approach with home key in Apple Wallet — no tap, no PIN.
UWB tracks Time-of-Flight and Angle-of-Arrival, making it far tougher to spoof with relay attacks than Bluetooth-based locks.
Runs on Matter over Thread — works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home and SmartThings, no proprietary hub required.
$269.99, IP65-rated, about 6 months of battery life per charge. Debuted at CES 2026.

Hands-free security is officially here — want it on your door? Hinton Technology installs and configures smart locks across the Aurora area.