At CES 2025 in Las Vegas today, Schlage introduced the new Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt, representing the company’s first smart lock equipped with Ultra Wideband technology and compatible with Matter-over-Thread.
Schlage has a strong history of innovation in the realm of smart home locks. In March 2022, it made headlines as the first company to offer an NFC-enabled, Apple Home Keys-compatible smart lock, the widely-adopted Schlage Encode Plus. Now, let’s explore the specifications and features of the upcoming Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt.
Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt
The Schlage Sense Pro will feature support for Matter-over-Thread, enabling hands-free unlocking. Thread, known for its energy efficiency and low-latency communication, is significantly more efficient than Wi-Fi, extending battery life in connected devices while reducing the lag in command execution.
Another benefit of Thread technology is the removal of the need for separate hubs for each brand or device. Users only need a compatible thread-enabled border router, which many may already possess. The HomePod (2nd generation), HomePod mini, and 3rd generation Apple TV 4K with Ethernet all function as thread border routers, along with numerous non-Apple options.
With Matter compatibility via Thread, the Schlage Sense Pro is set to offer expansive usability. It can be managed easily through platforms such as Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Google Assistant, maximizing the benefits of Thread’s efficiency, bandwidth, and low latency.
Moreover, the Sense Pro aims to deliver beyond expectations. This leading smart lock incorporates the latest iteration of Schlage’s Converge technology, which enhances functionality with Ultra Wideband communication between the lock and the user’s authorized device.
Ultra Wideband technology smartly assesses speed, direction, and motion, allowing the lock to understand a user’s location and intention to enter. This means it can unlock the door the moment the user approaches. The Sense Pro comes packed with convenient features like hands-free unlocking, keypad code access, and NFC tap-to-unlock, among other options.
The Schlage Sense Pro, like its predecessor the Encode Plus (review), is likely to become a notable addition to the world of connected homes. What are your thoughts on this smart lock? Schlage has announced that its new flagship product will debut later this year. We’ll share more insights, including an in-depth review and hands-on experience once it’s launched!
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