Home Automation

Updated Premis App – iOS 13 Fixes and Enhancements

With the latest update to the Premis app, Kwikset has addressed a
number of issues that appeared with the Apple’s iOS 13 update. Most importantly
the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth issues that prevented consistent connectivity to user
smart locks have been fixed and all Premis locks should be working normally.
For the best experience with Premis please update to […]

March 24th, 2020|Home Automation, Innovation, Product Updates, Smart Locks|Comments Off on Updated Premis App – iOS 13 Fixes and Enhancements

Kwikset Takes a Leadership Role in the Smart Home Security Industries

Kwikset offers a smart lock solution for builders and homeowners through extensive partnerships within the professional installation and DIY smart home categories.  We are committed to manufacturing secure smart lock solutions that meet consumer needs, deliver convenience and are compatible with the widest variety of leading smart home platforms and security systems.
Leadership Among Professionally […]

June 21st, 2018|For the Pro, Home Automation, Innovation, Smart Locks|Comments Off on Kwikset Takes a Leadership Role in the Smart Home Security Industries

Get a Smart Front Door with Kwikset and Amazon Key

Looking for a convenient and easy-to-use smart lock to secure and control your front door? You can now choose from five different Kwikset smart locks available with the Amazon Key Home Kit on Amazon.com to enable keyless entry and remote door monitoring.

How it Works:

To use Amazon Key Home Kit, choose from five smart lock […]

“Siri, are my doors locked?” – Kwikset Premis works with Apple HomePod

Apple joins the digital assistant world with HomePod, a smart speaker with HomeKit built-in. This means HomeKit compatible Kwikset smart locks, like Premis, are ready and waiting to listen to the commands you issue to Siri through Apple HomePod.
Use HomePod to Control Premis Smart Locks
With HomePod, you can use Siri voice commands to control your […]

February 12th, 2018|Do It Yourself, Home Automation, Innovation, Smart Locks|Comments Off on “Siri, are my doors locked?” – Kwikset Premis works with Apple HomePod

Choose the right smart lock to work with your new Amazon Echo Plus

Smart homes are getting easier for homeowners to set up and control. With Amazon Echo Plus, the new smart speaker from Amazon that doubles as a smart home hub, homeowners can now DIY a smart home that works for them and ask Alexa to control their Kwikset smart locks quickly and easily. Through the […]

December 1st, 2017|Home Automation, In the News, Innovation, Inside Kwikset, Internet of Things, Keyless Entry, Remote Access, Smart Locks, Touchscreens and Keypads|Comments Off on Choose the right smart lock to work with your new Amazon Echo Plus

Which Kwikset Smart Lock is Right for You?

The smart home is quickly growing, but the overwhelming amount of different systems, apps, hubs and products can be intimidating and prevent people from taking the leap. A smart home starts with the front door, and there are a variety of proven smart lock options on the market to make your life more secure […]

August 31st, 2017|Home Automation, Innovation, Remote Access, Security, Smart Locks, Touchscreens and Keypads|Comments Off on Which Kwikset Smart Lock is Right for You?

Kwikset Kevo – Improve your Touch-to-Open Experience!

On August 1st, 2017 we launched a few highly anticipated updates to our Kevo App for iOS (Android coming soon). These updates improve lock response time both when using Kevo Touch-to-Open™ technology and when locking and unlocking in app, as well as providing additional troubleshooting resources. Download the latest app from the App Store and experience the […]

Find the Smart Lock That’s Made for Your Life

Life is filled with unexpected twists and turns. A day at work could lead to a visit to mom or a surprise trip to the aquarium. These spontaneous moments often create the best memories.

New smart home innovations are meant to make it easier for you to enjoy life’s surprises without worrying about your home. […]

May 26th, 2017|Home Automation, Innovation, Internet of Things, Keyless Entry, Remote Access, Smart Locks, Touchscreens and Keypads|Comments Off on Find the Smart Lock That’s Made for Your Life

Alexa, Ask Kevo to Unlock My Door – Kevo Adds Amazon Alexa Compatibility

With our newest update for your Kevo smart lock, we’ve added a new Kevo skill for Amazon Alexa. Now you can lock, unlock, and check the status of your Kevo locks using only your voice. The smart lock just got smarter.

How Does it Work?

Enabling the Kevo skill and linking your Kevo smart lock account […]

TOP TEN REASONS WHY A SMART LOCK CAN BE THE CENTERPIECE OF A SMART HOME

Looking for a great entry point for smart home sales?  Look no further than the entry to the home, and the smart lock.  Here are 10 reasons why:

Survey Says. According to a Consumer Electronics Association report, home security is a key component of home automation technologies – 36% of the households with these […]

March 27th, 2017|Home Automation, Innovation, Remote Access, Smart Locks|Comments Off on TOP TEN REASONS WHY A SMART LOCK CAN BE THE CENTERPIECE OF A SMART HOME