First in-depth look at Apple Home Key & HomeKit guest access for smart locks Aqara A100 Zigbee

[@121funnyvideos]

HomeKit has lacked robust "Roles" for a long time. Glad to see the beginnings of Guest Access here (pause video at 9:59). Hopefully in iOS 16 they will give us the ability to control what other devices guests can/can't use.

[@realmoa]

I don't see how this is any better than a finger print reader which is much, much more convenient.

[@kruku89]

Homekit Smartlock without Home Key is enough for me.

[@nathanmaybrey6930]

Can’t imagine this can work with UK doors though? They’re mostly 5 point locking which requires you to lift the door handle to engage the door in the frame. Would be amazing if it does work though!

[@HomeKitAuthority]

I can't take about the specifics of the lock in the video as I am under embargo, but yes most in the UK require the handle to be lifted as you say. This one does work in that way, but not sure it would support a 5 point system

[@daniels4829]

Looking at the Aqara website it seems to state that its a mortice locking system, so it wouldn't support the multipoint that most of the UK use. Hopefully more brands will start supporting this and we get more options over here than the dated Conexis L1

[@nathanmaybrey6930]

@@daniels4829 that will be amazing if true, will definitely be a game changer for smart locks.

[@TheMJPalad]

@@daniels4829 There are multi-point smart locks available in the UK right now. The ones I know of are Ultion Smart Lock and Avia Smart Lock

[@Viewer765]

@@HomeKitAuthority is there any that work with uk deadbolts and is there any that work with a flat intercom system

[@darkerFirestars]

Great video, Thanks for that. Just a note to say the UK & US links are swapped around. Keep up the great work!

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Thank you for watching and fixed the links, thanks for pointing that out

[@YumboHD]

Why is Home Key guest access missing?

[@Buharialtinee]

Thanks for sharing

[@shudr2thnk]

Can you run automations based on the access code? It would be great to set certain scenes depending on the guest entering the house.

[@keremaslan9544]

Yes you can but it’s kinda tricky

[@TheJoaolyraaraujo]

Great review!

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Thanks for watching

[@reemie786]

Is the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt compatible with UK doors bc it’s on UK Amazon website to buy so assume yes.

[@Chuckkkkkstar]

Will this lock work in AUS still even though you didnt mention them?

[@vangelis10]

9:56 Hey Jon! Hope you are fine! I just installed the Agara Smart Door Lock D100 Zigbee and manage access in the smart lock settings is missing! Do you know how to enable it! The lock is paired with Aqara M1S gen2 hub and i am using iPhone 14 Pro on iOS 16.4.1! Thanks!

[@jasonstar9825]

Cannot wait for this!!!!

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Thanks for stopping by

[@ctlspl]

Nuki locks open without tapping them

[@Viewer765]

@@HomeKitAuthority can you do update on this as of 2024

[@nzengin]

I love aqara 💓

[@rjayeshachoudhary6584]

Yale brand is best for home security locks Apple Home kit capable for Yale Linus and Yale assure August locks High quality locks

[@KhangWei]

Hello, do you need a home hub for apple homekit for home key to work?

[@amrishraje]

Does the HomeKit guest access not allow setting up schedules? Say you want to allow dog walker to access your home only between 6-7pm?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Not at the moment

[@scottymeuk]

Do you know if it’s going to work with the multi point locks we have in the UK? So few smart locks do.

[@rcoletti1]

How quick is it from the time you tap to when it actually unlocks? I guess that will depend on the hardware too, but at least from your testing is it quick?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

As you can hear in the video, when it beeps the lock is open

[@rcoletti1]

@@HomeKitAuthority nice!

[@KanIkFindeEtNavn]

Or make an home-assistant hub for homekit, and do the same thing with an NFC-sticker and siri shortcuts :D Had this for multiple years now :)

[@sairakeshn]

Can you explain more about your setup, I would like to try it.

[@gms03sbd3]

With an NFC tag + Siri Shortvut there is not much of a difference, isn’t it?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Potentially not

[@RickFarris]

You keep talking about the "o-map". What is that?

[@keithboon]

Just to confirm, Aqara are not support Homekit guest access right?

[@Jp-cc8ds]

Are these going to be or are they compatible with the Philips hue in order to create the same environment using different devices that they are home kit?

[@hjparma]

is the guest access only going to be possible for keypad or Home key enabled HomeKit locks?

[@islandsnow]

If you have access via a home key can you also assign a numerical unlock code to your Home key in case say you forgot your phone and watch in the house?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

No need, just create a master passcode for this instance

[@chengyihhaur2683]

Aqara selected model only? Is the old Aqara home lock model Aqara N100 support Home key mode?

[@BenPellowMusic]

i’ve added my roommate to my home as a resident but he can’t use the Home Key feature, it doesn’t show up anywhere for him. Help? works fine for me!

[@zivotjezlejsedonemoty]

How’d you get the lock tho? Where’d yoj buy it? I want it too

[@daviddemelis865]

Can you have express mode on the Apple Watch… but non express mode on the iphone at the same time?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Yes

[@hamzbugz9633]

I can’t find that on the link website….😩

[@anthonycraig274]

Does the Aqara A100 come in a different model name?

[@PP-js1qx]

how to make door hole feat this type of lock im in Canada，，，，just deadb哦聊天😢😢

[@johnatkinson1111]

Wasn’t home key supposed to get ultra wideband support to unlock as your phone walks up to the lock instead of express mode, am I just mis-remembering that or is it not included on the particular locks you have on hand and may come to locks from other manufacturers

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Home key was always going to work NFC. It was car key that worked with U1

[@akurin9241]

Is it possible to have the key in express mode on the Apple Watch but not on the iPhone?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Yes it is

[@AtifAlmoshadq]

Is it out there yet ?

[@janjaap663]

Is the HomeKit guest access to generate a code available for the Aqara A100 pro version?

[@mahmoudmanshy]

In my case, no.. Can't find it

[@1Austereone]

Let get the info started

[@Anjoel]

This lock looks to be for interior doors, where the handle is doing the locking by not letting you turn it, instead of something like a deadbolt. Is this something that would work with standard outdoor deadbolts in America? Or would we have to defer to the Schlage Encode Plus?

[@artimkalash3347]

Aqara has a new deadbolt smart lock U100

[@NanoTLG]

How do you power this lock and what happens when the power is gone?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

It’s battery powered and it has an emergency power option

[@bennyboyoyo]

Why is it ‘omeKey but it’s HomeKit. Very inconsistent with the dropping of certain letters. It’s very unpleasant on the ear. If you Alwyas dropped H then fair. Acceptable. But to randomly drop it here and there sounds forced and it’s uncomfortable to listen to.

[@Rob87]

can't wait! 👏

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Thanks for watching

[@surendraabbina]

Can we expect this feature for yale or august Locks??

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Would not want to speculate

[@Keza82]

Yeah I’m thinking the same!!

[@scottymeuk]

I spoke with Yale a few months ago. They seem to be working on HomeKit support still for the Conexsis lock. I suspect it will have HomeKey too as it does have NFC already on the same standard as iPhones use.

[@IamAuvinen]

Can a guest add the key to wallet app too?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

No, but I can see that could be a direction Apple heads

[@BrianLeLion]

Does the lock need batteries?

[@cry0n1cs4]

Yes. 4 AA batteries. Have a look at their website.

[@giacomoborghi]

how did you add a test lock to homekit?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

It’s a lock

[@leonkung4270]

Can we buy from China and use it in the UK?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Can’t see why not, just need to make sure it supports your lock

[@TheNameOfJesus]

How can I be 100.00% sure that during the setup or operation of this device, that no information is sent back to the manufacturer about my email address or physical location? Is there an "Aqara app"? Do I need this app do set up or operate this lock? Call me paranoid, but I'm not comfortable allowing unknown people in an unknown country to know details about the locks on my house. Other than this, good review. I'm eagerly awaiting the Aqara Thread sensors. This is the first KZbin video that I eagerly watched the sponsor part of the video.

[@artimkalash3347]

If you get a HomeKit certified router, you can make it so that it can only connect locally

[@TheNameOfJesus]

@@artimkalash3347 I'm vaguely aware of that, during operation, but that doesn't tell me if, during setup, I need to update the firmware for the device using an Aqara app or anything like that.

[@TheNameOfJesus]

@Penismaster471 How would manufacturers of a physical lock know anything about my home if I buy my physical lock in a store? Manufacturers don't know my physical address, so they have NO WAY to know where I am to take advantage of me. But most online services, like Google or FaceBook, know or can easily obtain my physical address. Maybe I need a therapist, but you need a school teacher.

[@n25992]

How is the tedee door lock ?

[@HomeKitAuthority]

Review coming soon, but in the main I like it

[@n25992]

@@HomeKitAuthority I think it s simply the best lock ever. Easy to install . Clean surface on on both sides of the door. No complication . No need to worry about the weather outside since there is basically nothing . Auto Unlock when approaching the door . Still better and faster than using home key or even fingerprint . Home key could only be interesting when sharing your door access with other people .

[@zsqduke]

Using Apple Key with these non-automatic locks is really really stupid! You use one hand to scan the phone/watch. Then you have to turn the handle manually! Why would you do that instead of scanning fingerprint and open the door with just ONE HAND?

[@James-xg5rh]

Yea that’s definitely not correct. See the Schlage Encode Plus

[@milanese232]

Good point

[@svth689]

Can I ask how you got the HomeKit guest access to work? I just got this lock installed here in Australia and don’t seem to have the option to add guests in the home app from Apple. I checked every menu possible. I would love to assign guest access codes. Currently can only do that via the Aqara app.

[@queefbabe]

Is your lock working when you tap the lock/unlock tile in the home app or with Siri? My lock makes a sound like it’s locking/unlocking but the lock doesn’t actually move.

[@svth689]

Works fine for me so far. Would be good to know about the guest access but I think the video was made with a different lock?

[@queefbabe]

@@svth689 I’ve read on a few forums that the HomeKit guest access feature is the only HomeKit feature not available with the A100 as of yet, but that it could potentially be added with an update later down the line. Have you connected your lock to an Aqara hub to get the remote locking feature working or is it connected straight to a HomeKit hub for Siri/home app functionality?

[@svth689]

@@queefbabe I hope they will bring it out as a software upgrade. Would be sad if not. No I don’t have a hub. Connected via Aqara app and HomeKit only. It’s a good lock otherwise.

[@queefbabe]

@@svth689 Would definitely be a useful feature to have. I’ve figured out my issue as well. I was thinking that remote locking with HomeKit/Siri would engage the triple mortise bolts, I didn’t realise it just locks/unlocks the top latch. It appears the only way to engage those is to lift the handle. I agree the lock is really nice though, the only thing frustrating me is that there’s no option to turn off the auto locking feature when the door is closed. I like to keep my door unlocked during the day while I’m home.

[@Djwhynotlove]

Shlage is pronounced sh-ledge with the d not really pronounced

[@jackwong64]

If I can’t use 1 hand to unlock this smart door… then it’s not that smart.

[@HomeKitAuthority]

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[@aaronlee4913]

You had them backwards. The first link should be UK store.

[@twiggyzappa]

Shut up and take my money!!

[@briannawilliams9769]

Great thing for someone with a disability!

[@SuperElephant]

Please pronounce "Home" consistently