Xiaomi has different models of connected locks on the market, a catalog to which a new member is now joining. It’s about the lock Xiaomi Smart Door Lock X, a model that stands out for being compatible with HomeKit and at the same time for having the possibility of face unlock.
A model that in appearance does not differ excessively from other models that the manufacturer already has on the market but that nevertheless hides inside a facial recognition system that complements the systems already typical in this type of product.
Face unlock, NFC, numeric code …
The Xiaomi Smart Door Lock X is designed for doors that have embedded type mechanical parts. It is a lock that can be controlled by means of fingerprint, passcode, NFC and also by means of facial unlocking.
In order to use this function, the Smart Door Lock X integrates a series of sensors in the upper part of the lock that are used to confirm the identity of the person, something similar to those that can be achieved with recognition by FaceID.
It also integrates other sensors such as a supplemental IR LED for low-light areas, an RGB-capable camera lens, a photosensitive sensor, a proximity sensor so you know when to start identifying a face, and an infrared camera. And for those who are concerned about security, the lock has a dedicated chip that takes care of store facial recognition data locally.
As regards “traditional” control methods, has a 20-digit virtual password system which allows to dial random numbers before and after the actual code to make it difficult for someone to figure it out.
Along with these systems, the Xiaomi Smart Door Lock X can be managed from the Xiaomi Mi Home app and integrate into Apple’s connected home system as it is compatible with HomeKit, so it is also can be controlled through the Home app.
The Xiaomi Smart Door Lock X integrates a mini AMOLED color screen that serves to show aspects related to the state of the lock, autonomy … In this sense, the lock makes use of a 6250 mAh rechargeable and replaceable battery, which offers a usability of six months.
Price and availability
For now there is no data on the price, but it has been made public that the Xiaomi Smart Door Lock X will be launched on Tuesday, October 12 in China.
Via | Homekitsnews