[New post] Kwikset drops the extras on its new internet-connected deadbolt lock to hit a lower price point

Trevor Daugherty posted: "Smart connected devices for our homes are becoming more commonplace, with technology giants like Apple and Samsung leading the way with support for a myriad of devices. Even Amazon has an internet-connected speaker that will control your lights, thermosta" Respond to this post by replying above this line New post on 9to5Toys Kwikset drops the extras on its new internet-connected deadbolt lock to hit a lower price point by Trevor Daugherty Smart connected devices for our homes are becoming more commonplace, with technology giants like Apple and Samsung leading the way with support for a myriad of devices. Even Amazon has an internet-connected speaker that will control your lights, thermostat and more. One of the biggest issues with this technology is price. Many consumers are not willing to pay the premium that comes with support for Apple's HomeKit or other platforms like Z-Wave or Zigbee. Simply put, the deadbolt has worked in its existing state for decades, why upgrade it now? Kwikset has been leading the charge on smartphone connected locks with its Kevo Bluetooth-enabled product. But for roughly $200, the adoption rate has been slow. Today, the lock maker has released a new deadbolt that drops a number of features but retains its internet connectivity in exchange for a lower price point. Read more of this post Trevor Daugherty | September 24, 2015 at 5:13 pm | Tags: Deadbolt, Kwikset, Samsung, smart home, Wink, Z-Wave | Categories: New Product | URL: http://wp.me/p1xTlR-HLh Comment    See all comments Unsubscribe to no longer receive posts from 9to5Toys. Change your email settings at Manage Subscriptions. Trouble clicking? Copy and paste this URL into your browser: http://9to5toys.com/2015/09/24/kwikset-deadbolt-lock/ Thanks for flying with WordPress.com