Xthings, a global developer of IoT innovation, has unveiled an expanded integration with Home Assistant, an open-source home automation platform, including its line of ULTRALOQ smart locks.
The company boasts this collaboration empowers dealers and DIY’ers with customization capabilities, privacy, and a wealth of control options. Xthings’ commitment to open ecosystems, it continues, ensures its products seamlessly connect with Home Assistant, Apple Home, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, and Alexa.
“We’re thrilled to renew our partnership with Xthings and expand the certified ‘Works with Home Assistant’ ULTRALOQ products in the coming months,” says Miranda Bishop, partnership manager at The Open Home Foundation. “Xthings’ commitment to open protocols perfectly aligns with the mission of the Open Home Foundation to deliver privacy, choice, and sustainability in home automation.”
Xthings Home Assistant Integration Unlocks ULTRALOQ Z-Wave Flexibility
The company claims that its new ULTRALOQ‘s U-Bolt Z-Wave series liberates users from proprietary ecosystems. Leveraging Z-Wave, these locks deliver low latency, privacy, and cloud-free integration with Home Assistant for a personalized experience. The first products included in this expanding partnership are:
- U-Bolt Z-Wave (Black/Silver): Priced at $179.99, this lock provides reliable Z-Wave connectivity and local control for seamless Home Assistant integration.
- U-Bolt Pro Z-Wave: Priced at $219.99, this advanced model adds features like fingerprint recognition and enhanced durability.
Key Features and Benefits
- Advanced Automation:Â Sync ULTRALOQ Z-Wave locks with Home Assistant to trigger lights, HVAC, or cameras based on unique unlock patterns, or auto-arm alarms when doors are secured.
- Granular Access Control: Create time-specific virtual keys (e.g., “3 p.m. to 5 p.m.”) or revoke access instantly via Home Assistant’s intuitive dashboards. Sync lock activity with Google Calendar for streamlined staff scheduling.
- Privacy-Centric Alerts:Â Receive encrypted notifications for abnormal lock activity, bypassing third-party apps.
ULTRALOQ is set to launch its advanced U-Bolt Z-Wave and Latch Series, designed for deeper Home Assistant compatibility. The Z-Wave 2.0 upgrade is said to offer 40% faster response times and extended range for larger homes. An open-source SDK will allow developers to create tailored firmware for specialized use cases, such as Airbnb hosting workflows.
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