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Kwikset Smart Locks Can Now Be Controlled Through Apple CarPlay

Kwikset Smart Locks Can Now Be Controlled Through Apple CarPlay

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Lock maker Kwikset today added CarPlay integration to the Kwikset app, which means iPhone owners can lock or unlock Kwikset smart locks directly from the car’s dashboard. The feature works with Kwikset locks that are controlled with the Kwikset app, and it allows locks to be accessed without the need to open the app on an iPhone. When arriving home or leaving, vehicle owners can use ‌CarPlay‌ to unlock or lock their home’s doors. When an iPhone is connected to ‌CarPlay‌, the Kwikset app is shown alongside other third-party apps, so users can choose their home and lock or unlock their home door with a tap. Kwikset new ‌CarPlay‌ functionality is designed for Kwikset locks that include the Halo Touch, Halo Keypad, Halo Touchscreen, Halo Select, and Halo Select Plus. The feature does not work with Kwikset Halo locks that are set to Matter mode. Kwikset is also adding the same integration for Android Auto. Popular Stories Apple Released Yet Another New Product Today Apple has unveiled a whopping nine new products so far this …

CES 2026: Kwikset Launches 9 Aura Reach Smart Lock With Matter Integration

CES 2026: Kwikset Launches $189 Aura Reach Smart Lock With Matter Integration

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Kwikset today announced the Aura Reach, a smart lock that offers Matter over Thread and Bluetooth connectivity. With Matter, the lock is able to connect to HomeKit, allowing it to be controlled through Apple Home or with Siri voice commands. The Aura Reach supports hands-free auto unlock, proximity keypad wakeup, and a guided installation process for easy setup. It is able to be activated alongside other ‌HomeKit‌ and Matter devices using automations in the Apple Home app. Users can set up temporary access codes for guests, track entry history, and get alerts if someone attempts to use an invalid code. The lock incorporates the Kwikset SmartKey Security, so it can be rekeyed in seconds. The lock is available in satin nickel and black color options. Unlike some of the higher-end smart locks that have been coming out at CES, the Aura Reach does not include UWB, nor does it work with Apple’s Home Key feature. The Aura Reach is one of several Matter-enabled smart locks in Kwikset’s lineup, including the Halo Select and Halo Select …