California-based U-Tec is bringing smart lock technology to other doors in the house with a four-in-one smart door handle.
 
A smart lock is not all about front door locks or deadbolts. What about the side door, garage entry, basement and home office that only have a door lever or knob?
 
U-Tec has introduced Ultraloq Lever, a four-in-one smart door handle to have those single-hole doors covered. It can be used alone as a Bluetooth enabled fingerprint and touchscreen lock or, with the additional bridge, it can be controlled remotely via a smartphone app.
 
Its smart capabilities allow for integration with Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT and Apple Watch.
 
Features includes:

• Fingerprint identification: One touch to unlock a door with user’s fingerprint.
• Anti-peep touchscreen: Add random digits to protect passcodes from prying eyes.
• Share access: Grant access to family members, guests or service people via a code or an e-key for permanent access, specific dates or periods of time.
• Go remote: Control entry access to a door from anywhere, for anyone with the optional bridge wifi adaptor. Users can unlock the Ultraloq Lever or grant temporary access to guests remotely with no monthly charges. They will receive a smartphone notification when someone opens their door.
• Mechanical key: Backup mechanical key for emergency override.
• Auto lock: Set a time for the lever to lock automatically after the door is closed.
• Dual data encryption: Two-layer protection using secure 128bit AES and a dynamic key that will keep users and their data safe.
• DIY installation: Fits any US standard doors with a single door prep. Installs in minutes. No wiring, no drilling.
• Design: Accentuated by black ceramic gloss and a brushed metal handle and frame, Ultraloq Lever can complement any door.

“Our goals is to create a whole-home smart lock system that allows homeowners to control every single door not only front doors with deadbolts, but also some sensitive doors with one hole prep like side doors, home to garage doors, bedroom, home office and so on,” said Guillermo Montalvo, marketing director of U-Tec. “Ultraloq Lever is the only smart door handle that can be opened in four ways – smartphone, fingerprint ID, code and mechanical key. With Ultraloq bridge wifi adaptor, you can control your lock from anywhere with your smartphone. For example, you can let your Airbnb guest in or share him a temporary code when you are out of town. You can even enjoy hands-free control and use just your voice to unlock with the help of Amazon Alexa or the Google Assistant on your favourite device.”

Ultraloq Lever is available for pre-order on Indiegogo with an early bird offer of $119 ($149 with bridge wifi adaptor) and is shipping this month.

Located in Fremont, California, U-Tec invents and manufactures the Ultraloq Whole-Home smart lock system that lets consumers access every door in a keyless way.