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CES 2018: The Critically-Acclaimed Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt Now Works with the Google AssistantLAS VEGAS, Jan. 8, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Schlage®, a brand of Allegion® that has been creating stylish, innovative door hardware for more than 95 years, today announces at CES Unveiled that its Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt will work with Google Assistant in early Q1. With the Google Assistant on Google Home, users will be able to lock the door or check if the door is locked by saying, "OK Google, lock my door" or "OK Google, is my door locked?" Beyond Google Home, you can also ask your Google Assistant on your iOS or Android™ smartphone. Using the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt with the Google Assistant will require the Schlage Sense Wi-Fi Adapter. With the Schlage Sense Wi-Fi Adapter, iOS and Android smartphone users gain remote access to their lock through the Schlage Sense app, no monthly fee required. "As the Internet of Things continues to innovate rapidly, brands must follow suit," said Rob Martens, Futurist at Allegion, maker of Schlage Locks. "As IoT platforms emerge, Schlage continues to lead and support consumers' choice."/p>
This new integration will come as an addition to the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt's existing compatibility with Amazon Alexa®. Alternatively, users may choose to set up the Schlage Sense deadbolt with Apple HomeKit™ and use Siri® to command the deadbolt on their iPhone®, iPad® or iPod touch®. These integrations allow the Schlage Sense lock to interact with a variety of connected products and empower a wide array of consumers to add the lock to their smart home mix. For more information on the Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt, visit www.schlage.com/Sense. Apple, HomeKit and Siri are trademarks of Apple Inc.; Android is a trademark of Google LLC.; Alexa is a trademark of Amazon Technologies, Inc. Schlage is exhibiting its Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt at CES Unveiled 2018. To schedule a meeting with the brand at CES, please reach out to Bruno Solari ([email protected] | 305.335.9180). About Allegion
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