Aqara used CES 2026 to spotlight a broader push into what it calls spatial intelligence, led by the introduction of the Smart Lock U400, a Matter-certified, ultra-wideband (UWB) deadbolt designed to enable hands-free home entry using Apple Home Key on iPhone and Apple Watch.
The Smart Lock U400 relies on UWB positioning to unlock automatically when an authorized user approaches the door from outside. Aqara positions the technology as a more precise and secure alternative to Bluetooth-based proximity unlocking, using direction and distance awareness to reduce accidental unlocks and improve resistance to relay attacks. Built on the Thread protocol, the lock is Matter-certified and Aliro-ready, allowing it to integrate with platforms such as Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Home Assistant without requiring a proprietary hub.
In addition to hands-free unlocking, the U400 supports multiple access methods, including fingerprint recognition, NFC credentials, one-time and recurring passcodes, remote unlocking via mobile apps, voice assistants, and a traditional mechanical key. Other features include auto-lock functionality, an IP65-rated enclosure, and a rechargeable battery rated for up to six months of use per charge. The lock is available now in several markets, including the U.S. and Canada, and is being demonstrated at Aqara’s CES booth.
While the U400 serves as the most visible product announcement, Aqara framed the lock as part of a larger ecosystem designed to help spaces sense occupancy, behavior, and environmental conditions. At the center of that approach are two new “spatial intelligence centers”: the Thermostat Hub W200 and the Camera Hub G350.
The Thermostat Hub W200 combines climate control with centralized system management. Supporting Matter, Wi-Fi, Thread, and Zigbee, the hub can manage Aqara devices as well as compatible third-party products. It integrates Apple’s Adaptive Temperature and Clean Energy Guidance features, allowing heating and cooling to adjust automatically based on occupancy patterns, activity states in Apple Home, and grid conditions. The W200 also functions as a wall-mounted control panel, with a 4-inch touchscreen that can display doorbell feeds and control compatible door locks.
The Camera Hub G350 is Aqara’s first Matter-certified camera and is designed to function as both a security device and a control hub. The indoor PTZ camera combines a 4K wide-angle lens with a 2.5K telephoto lens for up to 9x hybrid zoom. Aqara says the camera supports low-latency streaming across Matter ecosystems and includes on-device AI for detecting people, pets, faces, and specific sounds.
Aqara is also expanding its sensing lineup with devices focused on presence and behavior awareness. The Spatial Multi-Sensor FP400 uses mmWave radar and AI algorithms to track multiple occupants, detect posture, and provide data such as headcount and dwell time. Aqara positions the sensor for both residential automation and commercial or healthcare applications. The Multi-State Sensor P100 adds vibration, motion, tilt, and impact detection for monitoring doors, windows, glass break events, and object movement.
Rounding out the announcements is Aqara Builder, a cloud-based platform designed to simplify configuration, monitoring, and management of smart spaces across single or multiple sites. Aqara says the platform is intended for both residential and commercial use, offering centralized control and remote access.
