Ring's first smart lock can recharge by turning a dial, $249 in early 2027

By the GetNews desk · Edited by Sam Calder

If the battery runs out, a few turns of the thumb-turn dial give the lock enough power to open. Ring says it arrives in the US in early 2027.

$249US price

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A flat battery is the main fear with smart locks. A built-in hand crank means you do not need a spare key or a 9-volt battery.

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Ring says a few turns of the dial charge a small capacitor, enough to unlock the door and then charge the main battery.
Reports differ on the time it powers the lock: Engadget says about 30 seconds, CNET says roughly 20 seconds.
It has a fingerprint reader and a backlit touchscreen keypad, and works with the Ring app and Alexa.
It connects through Amazon Sidewalk, so it does not need your home Wi-Fi for remote lock and alerts.
Price is $249 in black, silver or brass. US sale is expected in early 2027, pending FCC approval.

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