LAS VEGAS, Jan. 4, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the #1
selling U.S. lock manufacturer, Kwikset®, will introduce its latest
smart lock, Obsidian™, to technology media and industry influencers
at CES 2017. Obsidian is an extremely slim, modern, key-free smart
lock designed for homeowners who love modern design and are
interested in connecting their locks to their smart home automation
or security systems. Obsidian is the lowest profile smart lock in
the industry, with a dark, sleek touchscreen that pushes the
boundaries of design in the touchpad and touchscreen lock category.
Obsidian will be available for purchase in Spring 2017.
With the introduction of Obsidian, Kwikset offers consumers a
sleek, modern smart lock that completely eliminates the need for
traditional keys. Obsidian will be available with standalone and
connected options, allowing users to lock and unlock their front
doors using the touchscreen exterior or their smartphones. Obsidian
with Z-Wave will be one of the first smart locks to feature the new
Z-Wave 500 chipset, enabling an increased wireless range, superior
network security and enhanced encryption.
"We've created a truly breakthrough smart lock that excites
style conscious homeowners who previously steered away from the
touchscreen category due to design," says Jason Tu, Kwikset Product Manager, Spectrum
Brands, Inc. – Hardware and Home Improvement Division. "Obsidian is
the slimmest key-free smart lock available, seamlessly blending
modern home décor without compromising technology and
security."
Additional Features
Flexible Platform: Obsidian
seamlessly integrates with a variety of home automation systems
through Z-Wave wireless protocols, giving homeowners the
flexibility to choose a system that works for them, their families
and their homes.
Low-Profile Design:
Obsidian is the only key-free, low profile smart lock in the
industry. Projecting less than an inch off the door, Obsidian is an
aesthetically pleasing smart lock option that delivers convenience
and security.
Convenient Touchscreen:
Obsidian features a convenient responsive exterior touchscreen that
quickly illuminates upon touch for faster code entry. The
illuminated screen reveals a crisp white LED display designed for
both day and night lighting.
Patented Security:
Obsidian's touchscreen exterior features SecureScreen™ technology,
helping prevent against unwanted entry using patented security
features. With SecureScreen, users are prompted to touch two random
numbers before entering their access code as to encourage
fingerprints across the screen.
Standalone Home Access:
Obsidian will also be available as a standalone smart lock, giving
homeowners key-free convenience without Z-Wave integration.
Obsidian will be available for purchase in Spring 2017 for the
suggested retail prices of $179
(standalone) or $229 (Z-Wave
enabled). For additional information or to read the fact sheet,
access images and request product for review, please visit
kwiksetpresskit.com/.
About Kwikset
Kwikset is the leading residential lock
manufacturer, making homeowners feel safe since 1946. Kwikset works
hard to understand the world you live in, so that we can do
everything we can to protect it. The company's unwavering
commitment to meeting homeowners' needs has inspired its innovative
lock portfolio that includes patented SmartKey deadbolts, keyless
entry combination locks, connected home technology, first-to-market
smart lock, Kevo and a wide variety of styles and finishes. Our
interior and exterior door products provide customers with the
quality, technology, durability and style they want while
guaranteeing the highest level of security. Headquartered in
Orange County, Calif., Kwikset is
part of the Hardware and Home Improvement (HHI) division of
Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: SPB). Kwikset products are
sold online and through retailers and distributors throughout the
U.S., Canada, Mexico and Australia. Visit us
at http://kwikset.com and http://kwiksetpresskit.com.
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