The August Smart Lock is the safe, simple, and social way to manage your home's lock. Now you can control who can enter and who can't-without the need for keys or codes. And you can do it all from your smartphone or computer.
It's a new level of safety! Why?
1. Keyless
August's encrypted locking technology is safer than keys that can get lost and codes that can be copied.
2. Total Control
You control when people have access to your home. For example you can issue a key that works 24/7 for a family member, or one that works a couple of hours a week only for your cleaning person.
3. Log Records
You can see a Log of who's entered and exited-and exactly when they did-remotely from your phone or computer.
4. Always On
It doesn't matter if your power, cable or Wi-Fi goes down. August uses 4 AA batteries that keep it running in any circumstance. When the batteries get low we'll even send you reminders.
August Smart Lock is also simple to use. How?
a. Auto-Unlock
With Auto-Unlock (currently in beta), August senses your approach and magically unlocks your door for you, without having to reach for your phone.
b. EverLockTM
For effortless security, August's EverLockTM technology (currently in beta) will automatically lock your door behind you. Never again worry if you left your front door unlocked.
c. Easy Install
August replaces the interior portion of your existing deadbolt and does not require you to change your exterior door hardware. In about 10 minutes, you'll be good to go.
Reaching out? Not a trouble.
- Instant Invites
You can simply pick family, friends or services from your contacts and issue them keys in seconds.
- Invite List
You can send out party or dinner invitations with door access included. The app turns your contact book into a VIP guest list. No need to run to the door.
- Guestbook
You can share more than your keys. Write thank you notes, leave instructions and read comments from your virtual guest book.
- Complete Control
You can invite a guest to have access for a few hours, a week, or even for specific times of the day.
What will you find in August Smart Lock:
v DESIGN
A beautiful, discreet design with an intuitive interface. Durable anodized aluminum, a clever use of LEDs and your choice of color and finish make August both elegant and discreet.
v BLUETOOTH
August works independently of your home internet service. Reliable Bluetooth technology syncs your phone directly with your August lock.
v NO WIRING
There's no need to wire or connect August - it uses typical batteries. That means your lock stays on even if electricity goes down. Sensors will let you know, with indicators, and via email, when the batteries need replacing.
v UNIVERSAL
Package includes deadbolt attachment adapters to accommodate standard deadbolts sold today.
5. Discreet Installation
August is installed on the interior side of your door which means your padlock still works with your physical metal keys in addition to your smartphone. On the outside of your door nothing is changed.
However, advantages and disadvantages are inevitable. And for August Smart Lock:
Good: Good looks, strong user management, and useful automated features make the August Smart Lock a leader in its field.
Bad: Android users don't get auto-unlock at launch, Bluetooth can cause annoying connection lag, you can't control the August Smart Lock over WiFi without a separate hub. And It's one of the most expensive smart locks available.
August Smart Lock works so fine and is so easy to use. From the free e-keys and logical user management, to the dependable automated lock and unlock settings, this lock can rightfully make a small part of your life easier. The lag and the lack of true Internet-based controls might be bothersome, but those issues are like limitations of the current technology, rather than design errors.
The August Smart Lock is already available; you can buy it from August directly or via the Apple Store with the price of $249.99.
