Smart locks no contact all year, from palm reading technology on added compatibility with Apple Home Keys. But here at CES this week, Schlage is one of the few brands to go in a different direction with something called ultra-wideband, or UWB, a frequency that specializes in tracking the exact location of a target.

Some hands-free unlocking via Bluetooth, for example, can unlock your door early when you start getting closer to your home. or apartment. That can make people nervous or lead to worries that the door was never locked to begin with. To streamline the process, Schlage’s sleeker-looking Sense Pro adds UWB precision.

As a result, Schlage’s smart deadbolt can easily connect to an authorized phone and calculate its speed, path and movement. In theory, that allows the lock to open only when the wielder arrives at the door, not before or with annoying delays. Whether you are ambling a tired child or rushing to get groceries in the rain, the lock is designed to respond in time.

Sense Pro also works with Matter, supports NFC locking / unlocking and includes a keypad for people who want to switch to more limited access options. And Schlage plans an update to its app in early 2025 as well, focused on making it more streamlined and informative at a glance.

If UWB target prediction doesn’t dazzle you, Schlage has released an additional lock, the Arrive deadbolt. While Schlage’s Arrival doesn’t have location tricks, it does have one built-in Wi-Fi support so you don’t need an extra hub to connect it and manage access codes from anywhere.

If you’re interested in Schlage’s location-centric technology, you’ll have to wait until later in 2025 for more details. Schlage has yet to announce a firm release window or a price, but we’ll be sure to keep you updated if we learn more.

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