Latch, a company that designs locks for use in apartment buildings, today announced the launch of its latest product, the Latch C. Latch C is compatible with HomeKit and according to Latch, is the first HomeKit smart lock designed for enterprise use.
The Latch C will let apartment dwellers unlock their doors with their iPhones, via the Home app, Siri, or a dedicated Latch app, eliminating the need for a physical key. It connects to a HomeKit system using WiFi and Bluetooth, and it includes a touchscreen.
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Because the lock comes equipped with a wide-angle camera and digital log, it can be used to check who's at the door and keep track of who's coming and going. Users can also generate one-time access codes to share with guests and delivery services as needed.
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According to Latch, apartment buildings that install support for Latch C will be able to provide residents with access to the HomeKit functionality as a standard feature from the moment they move in. Along with access via Siri and the Home app, HomeKit support also allows the Latch C to be included in Scenes for automation purposes.
"We are focused on improving every detail of the user experience at the modern building, and the Latch C with Apple HomeKit extends our ability to provide new access and delivery opportunities to customers," said Luke Schoenfelder, Latch Co-Founder and CEO.
Latch C is available for purchase from the Latch website for $299, with the purchase price including a two-year service contract along with installation and support. Latch C can be combined with existing Latch M and Latch R locks.
Latch is an enterprise solution designed for entire apartment buildings and sold to property managers, so it is not available for individuals to purchase.
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(View all)For the record, I'm an iOS user. Assumptions, assumptions. What is it that's said about people who assume?
I didn't say you were an Android user. Using the word "you" in that context is similar to using the word "one". Aren't you now just assuming I meant you?[doublepost=1503413825][/doublepost]
More Apple ex-employees that don't know how to price things. Give them a year and they'll be in the same boat as the license frame back-up camera people.
$299 is quite competitive for a smart lock, especially when it has a built in camera. The Ring doorbell costs nearly as much...Edit: Re-read and verified my disbelief that Android isn't even mentioned. Yup, everyone has an iPhone /s
Yeah, if you're into smart home devices and you use Android, it's expected that you are superior to us iOS users and can just build it yourself.
More Apple ex-employees that don't know how to price things. Give them a year and they'll be in the same boat as the license frame back-up camera people.
From their website: Latch lets you unlock a door with an iOS or Android smartphone, keycard, or special doorcode (and optionally comes with a key).Edit: Re-read and verified my disbelief that Android isn't even mentioned. Yup, everyone has an iPhone /s
Not very difficult at all.
Edit: Re-read and verified my disbelief that Android isn't even mentioned. Yup, everyone has an iPhone /s