Apple’s UWB Unlocking Is Finally Here — Aqara U400 Smart Lock

Apple’s Ultra Wideband (UWB) unlocking is finally here — and it changes everything about smart locks.

In this video, I test the Aqara U400 Smart Lock, the first smart lock to support Apple’s hands-free UWB unlock on approach inside Apple Home. No tapping your phone. No palm reading or facial recognition. Just walk up to the door and it unlocks automatically.

I break down how Apple’s UWB unlocking works, why it’s better than Bluetooth-based “unlock on approach,” and how it performs in real daily use. I also cover setup, installation, Apple Home integration, Matter over Thread support, fingerprints, Home Key, and more.

If you’re building an Apple Home smart home and want the most advanced smart lock experience available right now, this is it.

➡️ Order the Aqara U400 Smart Lock

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Thanks to Aqara for sponsoring this video.

NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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CHAPTERS
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0:00 Intro
1:14 What Is UWB Unlocking?
4:10 Aqara U400 Specs
5:00 What’s In the Box?
5:40 Installation & Setup
7:37 Features & Settings
10:16 UWB Options
10:53 Matter & Apple Home
13:15 UWB Performance
15:52 Fingerprints & Apple Home Key
16:30 Pros & Cons
18:35 Price & Availability
19:01 Final Thoughts

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