Ring, known for its video doorbells, is entering the smart lock market with a device designed to solve a frequent consumer worry: being locked out due to a dead battery. The new lock includes a power dial that can be turned a few times to temporarily power the lock and gain entry. Once inside, the rechargeable battery pack can be removed and charged as normal.
Ring founder Jamie Siminoff said the idea came from his own experience trying to buy a lock for a vacation home. He said he struggled because the house would see little use and he was concerned about the battery dying. He also worried about family or friends being locked out. Using AI, he started working on a project to create a lock that could be hand-cranked just enough to open.
The battery is expected to last about a year, with alerts sent through the Ring app when charging is needed. The app also allows users to configure access for people who need periodic entry, such as dog walkers or house cleaners. Ring eventually plans to let third-party app makers design specialized software for the lock, potentially for uses like Airbnb rentals where codes need regular changes.
The lock offers four ways to enter: a fingerprint reader, a backlit touchscreen keypad, the Ring app, or Alexa voice commands. It fits a standard single-cylinder deadbolt and will be available for purchase in the U.S. in the first quarter of 2027, pending FCC authorization. It will come in black, silver, or brass finishes.
Siminoff acknowledged the lock may be comparable to other products on the market but argued that addressing the anxiety over being locked out will be its main selling point. He said many existing smart locks offer backup methods that are cumbersome or less secure, like hiding a physical key on the property.
Alongside the lock, Ring also introduced four new 4K cameras: the Outdoor Cam 4K Plus, Spotlight Cam 4K Plus, Floodlight Cam 4K Plus, and a pan-tilt Indoor Cam 4K.