CES 2020: the new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock makes its debut

August Lock 2020 lifestyle
August Lock 2020 lifestyle (Image credit: August)

What you need to know

  • The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock launches soon.
  • Unlike the previous version, it has Wi-Fi built-in.
  • Yale, August's sister company, also announced new products at CES.

Smart home pioneer August has announced its latest product, the aptly named, August Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Featuring the company's signature advanced functionality and security, the lock was officially revealed at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Forty-five percent (45 percent) smaller in volume and 20 percent slimmer than the August Smart Lock Pro, the new lock is being offered in matte black and silver finishes. The new model has built-in Wi-Fi, so there's no longer a need to pair it with another device like the previous version.

The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (price to be announced) uses the August App to secure, monitor, and manage access for any front door from anywhere in the world. It also uses the same DoorSense technology as previous models, which makes it compatible with third-party voice assistants, security systems, home automation systems and hosting platforms.

One thing that's missing on the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock versus the August Smart Lock Pro is Z-Wave compatibility.

Yale Delivery Box

Yale Delivery Box (Image credit: Yale)

Meanwhile, August's sister company, Yale, has announced a new smart delivery and storage product line at CES 2020. The Yale Smart Delivery Box ($229), Yale Smart Cabinet Lock ($79), and Yale Smart Safe ($229) have been designed to protect items both inside and outside the home.

All three products are compatible with the Yale Access app and new Yale Connect Wi-Fi Bridge ($129), which allows users to remotely access and manage the products from anywhere. An August integration is set to arrive later this year.

Bryan M Wolfe
Staff Writer

Bryan M. Wolfe has written about technology for over a decade on various websites, including TechRadar, AppAdvice, and many more. Before this, he worked in the technology field across different industries, including healthcare and education. He’s currently iMore’s lead on all things Mac and macOS, although he also loves covering iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch. Bryan enjoys watching his favorite sports teams, traveling, and driving around his teenage daughter to her latest stage show, audition, or school event in his spare time. He also keeps busy walking his black and white cocker spaniel, Izzy, and trying new coffees and liquid grapes.