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Google Wallet Now Unlocks Your Smart Locks
12 Nov
Summary
- Google Wallet is adding digital home key functionality this month.
- Users can tap their Android phones to unlock compatible smart locks.
- This feature offers convenience similar to Apple's Home Keys.
Google is bringing digital home key functionality to Google Wallet this month, allowing users to unlock compatible smart locks with a simple tap of their Android phone. This feature, which integrates with Google Home, aims to provide a seamless and convenient way to access homes.
Similar to Apple's Home Keys introduced in 2021, Google's implementation utilizes NFC technology for tap-to-unlock capabilities. Users will not need to unlock their phones to use the digital key, although verification settings can be customized. The system supports both Aliro and UWB unlocking technologies, with UWB available on newer Google Pixel and select Samsung Galaxy models.
Each Google Home will generate a single digital key capable of unlocking all compatible smart locks within that home, eliminating the need to select specific keys. Initial supported locks at launch include the Aqara U400 (UWB and NFC) and the Schlage Sense Pro and Nuki Keypad 2 (NFC only).
