Chinese cloud platform service provider Tuya Smart has introduced a smart door lock that supports both the Matter protocol and home key in Apple Wallet.

This lets users seamlessly and securely add a home key to Apple Wallet to access and unlock their homes with a tap of an iPhone or Apple Watch.

Users can add their home key to Apple Wallet after an initial set up. The setup process is straightforward. First, after installing the smart door lock, the user should put the device into pairing mode. Next, open the Home app and scan the Matter QR code on the door lock to add it to the app. Once added, a virtual home key will instantly appear in the user’s Apple Wallet. Finally, users can set a PIN code within the Home app, enabling them to unlock the door using the PIN.

They can then hold their iPhone or Apple Watch near a smart lock for convenient access.

With Express Mode, users don’t need to wake or unlock their device to use their home key; they can simply hold their device near a reader.

By leveraging Tuya’s technology for Matter, this smart door lock seamlessly integrates with Apple Home. IPhone, iPad and Mac users can manage the door lock using the Apple Home app.

Home key in Apple Wallet takes advantage of the privacy and security features already built into iPhone and Apple Watch. Data are encrypted and protected against tampering and theft, and Apple cannot see when and where a user uses a home key in Wallet.

In addition to NFC access, the product supports multiple unlocking methods, including palm vein recognition, password entry and app based unlocking, ensuring a smooth and versatile door-opening experience for users across various scenarios.

As an early adopter and advocate of the Matter protocol, Tuya (www.tuya.com) remains steadfast in its mission to advance the global implementation of Matter-enabled smart devices. Supporting home key in Apple Wallet represents a milestone in Tuya’s broader strategy to align Matter products with other ecosystems. To date, Tuya has earned more than 200 Matter certifications, spanning five major categories: electrical devices, lighting, gateways, sensors and home appliances. These certifications cover an array of smart home products, including light bulbs, LED strips, switches, gateways, sockets, sensors, curtains and thermostats.