Be patient, it has to communicate over the mobile network across the Internet and back to your lock through the Apple TV so it could take 10–20 secs for the lock to respond to the command coming from the iPhone app. NOTES: Requires a 802. In order to do all this you need to connect your August Smart Lock to Wi-Fi. The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock includes a retrofit August lock and a DoorSense open-close sensor. The August Smart Lock is a sharp-looking door lock that uses Bluetooth technology to lock and unlock your door using your smartphone. It connects to your August lock via Bluetooth, and then it bridges the connection to your home Wi-Fi network. I’ve been using the August Connect with my August Smart Lock for 3 months now, and here’s my review. You put this bridge near the lock inside of your home and you can now use the smart lock without having your phone near the lock. Note that the lock system itself does not connect to a Wi-Fi network directly. August Connect is a Wi-Fi bridge designed to plug into an outlet. I spent about AUD1000 on the doorbell cam pro, lock, connect and keypad plus wifi extender as I thought it was my wifi fault and a transformer for my chime as it wasn’t mentioned in the beginning that I need shine with 12v transformer. August smart lock is easier to install than other models because it keeps the exterior deadbolt. Previous August locks relied exclusively on Bluetooth, and required that you also purchase and own a separate Connect dongle, which plugs into a standard wall socket, to connect to the lock … Lock and unlock it remotely, right from your phone. The lock system connection. You can lock and unlock your door with your smartphone, and give keyless entry to family, friends, housekeepers, and other home services without worrying about lost or copied keys. Conclusion. Bluetooth is not needed. It's a snap to install and easy to manage. August has also redesigned the inner workings of its smart lock. No keys, no codes, no hassle. The August Smart Lock allows you to unlock a deadbolt with your smartphone. Bought the Smart Lock Pro and ended up having to return it to get this one, the regular Smart Lock (2019 model). The Connect (wifi bridge) is needed for some remote integrations and capabilities from the August app and cloud, but not for zwave connectivity to ST. Contents: Touchscreen Lock, Connected by August Module, August Connect Wi-Fi Bridge, 4 x AA Batteries, Mounting Hardware, and Manual. August Doorbell. I’m moving from google to HomeKit. It uses Bluetooth to achieve this. Connect August to SmartThings to unlock powerful experiences Do more with August by connecting it to SmartThings, and hundreds of other apps and devices, with IFTTT. The August Smart Lock is an innovative smart lock that attaches to your deadbolt and controls it through an app or by your phone’s location. The lock was having issues with Wi-Fi when my Wi-Fi plug was within 5 ft of the lock. When you’re near to the door, this lock senses your smartphone and unlocks it automatically. I love the August lock. August Smart Lock + Connect WiFi Bridge Lock and Unlock your Door with the August App Easily Attaches to Existing Single Cylinder Deadbolt Control your Door from Anywhere via WiFi or Bluetooth Give Temporary Access to Guests Android and iOS Compatible 11 b/g/n (2. August Smart Lock Pro with Z-Wave Plus Smart Lock Conversion Kit $ 229.00 Select Option for Price Select options. Once you get your lock tapped into the WiFi network, it opens up the ability to interact with other smart home devices. My Bluetooth is on, but my Kevo smart lock still won't work? The Smart Lock Pro + Connect ($279) is the latest offering from the folks at August Home, and as with the original August Smart Lock and HomeKit Enabled models, it's a winner. If you have verified that your Bluetooth function is turned on and your lock is still unresponsive, your Bluetooth Sharing may have been turned off. If the mobile data connection is working properly launch the August smart lock app. August is continuing its quest to be the all around, most compatible smart lock out there, with an announcement of a new integration with Samsung's SmartThings home automation platform. Finally after 20 mins I was able to get it setup in HomeKit. Installation. By purchasing the August Connect (or the August Smart Lock Pro + Connect) you will be able to assign codes remotely. Right? Not much has to be changed in order to have your August smart lock up and running. The Smart Lock Pro wasn't equipped with WiFi -- it needed a separate Bluetooth bridge … Only the interior assembly is replaced. The below automation example (added to automations.yaml ) will trigger when the user named “John Doe” in August locks or unlocks the door from the keypad (if present), via Bluetooth from their phone, or by auto-unlock. Smart Lock Pro (UK version here). With this done, the lock works, so it is only worth three(3) stars now. Actually, with the August smart lock pro, zwave (and Bluetooth) is in the lock itself. August Smart Lock Gen 3 with Bluetooth Smart Lock Conversion Kit $ 119.00 Select options. GET IT ON Google Play I recently got rid of my nest Yale lock to get the 4th gen august smart lock. No one a August must used their own products. We found that it takes around 10 minutes to install the August Smart Lock. Similarly, August Smart Lock auto-locks your door. Without it, you can only connect to the August Smart Lock via Bluetooth. This helps connect the lock to your smartphone, allowing both devices to communicate with each other. Installation was a piece of cake, however, the integration with HomeKit is troubling. The August smart lock allows users to keep their existing hardware, which is its own draw for adding it to your smart home. This August Bluetooth Smart Lock adds secure keyless entry to your home. The lock is tamper resistant, easy to install and even easier to use! You can lock and unlock your door with your smartphone, and give keyless entry to family, friends, housekeepers, and other home services without worrying about lost or copied keys. Its features, functions and performance aren't affected by an Internet connection. While you've been able to connect your August door lock to SmartThings previously, over Z-Wave, it now works through a direct integration. Requires North American outlet with 110-240 volt. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock Smart Lock Conversion Kit $ 249.99 Select options. (Without the "August Connect" you'd have to rely on Bluetooth only, which has a very narrow range for connection.) It bridges your Wi-Fi connection and August Smart Lock’s Bluetooth connection. Check to make sure the Kevo app is running. Great? Therefore, the security of the lock depends on the existing deadbolt model. Non-WiFi-enabled locks usually incorporate the Bluetooth protocol. - Connect by August SMART bundle includes: Pre-Installed Connected by August module, August Connect Wi-Fi Bridge, and DoorSense™ - Download the BILT app for easy step-by-step 3D instructions. Technical Specifications. This smart lock has an effective auto-unlock feature, which uses your phone's location to track when you get close to home and unlocks as you approach the door. An AppleTV 4th gen will serve that purpose. No keys, no codes, no hassle. It does not replace the entire deadbolt but attaches directly to the inside portion of your existing deadbolt. Connect your August Smart Lock to Wi-Fi. The best Bluetooth lock might not be the most secure or the most robust in terms of security. 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