Lockly Unveils Matter‑Compatible Smart Lock Series at CES

Introduction – A Milestone for Smart‑Home Security

At this year’s Consumer Electronics Show, Lockly introduced the Affirm Series, a line of deadbolt and latch smart locks that finally embraces the Matter standard. For tech‑savvy homeowners and smart‑home enthusiasts, this means a lock that can speak fluently with Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and any other Matter‑enabled ecosystem without the need for proprietary bridges or extra hubs.

The announcement, covered in detail by The Verge, highlights how Lockly is positioning its hardware to be the connective tissue of the modern IoT‑driven residence.

Key Features of the Lockly Affirm Series

Pricing for the base deadbolt model starts at $179.99, with the latch version priced similarly. Both models will be available for purchase in the second quarter of 2026, shipping worldwide.

Why Matter Matters for the Modern Home

Matter, backed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA), is the industry’s answer to fragmentation. By defining a common language for IoT devices, Matter guarantees that a smart lock, a thermostat, or a light bulb can interoperate regardless of brand. This reduces setup time, improves reliability, and future‑proofs installations.

• One‑click onboarding across major voice assistants.
• Consistent security updates delivered over the air.
• Reduced latency thanks to local‑network operation.

For homeowners who already use a mix of devices—from smart home lighting to advanced IoT devices—Matter ensures the new lock becomes a natural extension of the existing ecosystem.

Industry Reaction – The Verge’s Take

“Lockly’s move to Matter is a game‑changer, especially when paired with NFC keycards that let you unlock doors with a tap of your phone or a physical card—no more fumbling with codes.” – The Verge

The publication praised the lock’s “future‑ready” architecture, noting that the combination of Matter and NFC addresses both interoperability and convenience—two pain points that have slowed mainstream adoption of smart locks.

What This Means for Consumers

The lock’s feature set translates into tangible advantages for everyday users:

1. Universal Compatibility: One lock works with every major voice assistant and smart‑home hub.
2. Effortless Guest Access: Send a digital NFC key via a secure link; guests tap to enter.
3. Enhanced Security: Encrypted communications and tamper alerts keep homes safe.
4. Remote Management: Lock or unlock from anywhere using the Lockly app, thanks to built‑in Wi‑Fi.
5. Future‑Proofing: As Matter evolves, the lock receives OTA updates without hardware changes.

Integrating Lockly with the UBOS AI Platform

For businesses building custom smart‑home solutions, the UBOS homepage offers a powerful UBOS platform overview that can extend Lockly’s capabilities. Developers can leverage UBOS’s AI marketing agents to automate welcome messages for new guests, or use the Workflow automation studio to trigger security alerts when a lock is accessed outside of preset hours.

Pricing for UBOS services is transparent; see the UBOS pricing plans for tiered options that suit startups and enterprises alike. New developers can jump‑start projects with ready‑made UBOS templates for quick start, including a “Smart Door Access” template that already integrates Matter‑compatible devices.

Whether you’re a UBOS for startups looking to prototype a rental‑property management app, or an UBOS solutions for SMBs aiming to offer premium security bundles, the platform’s Enterprise AI platform by UBOS can scale to millions of devices.

The Web app editor on UBOS lets you create custom dashboards that display lock status, battery health, and access logs in real time. For teams that rely on messaging, the Telegram integration on UBOS can push instant notifications to a channel, while the ChatGPT and Telegram integration enables AI‑driven support bots that answer guest access questions on the fly.

Developers seeking deeper AI capabilities can tap into the OpenAI ChatGPT integration for natural‑language processing, or use the Chroma DB integration to store and query large volumes of access logs efficiently. For voice‑first experiences, the ElevenLabs AI voice integration can read lock events aloud on smart speakers.

Companies interested in co‑marketing or technical collaboration can explore the UBOS partner program, which offers joint go‑to‑market resources and revenue‑share models.

Real‑world implementations are showcased in the UBOS portfolio examples, where you’ll find case studies of hotels using NFC‑enabled locks for seamless check‑in.

Boosting Lock Management with UBOS AI Marketplace

UBOS’s marketplace offers a suite of AI‑powered utilities that complement Lockly’s hardware:

• AI SEO Analyzer – Optimize your property’s online listings for better discoverability.
• AI Article Copywriter – Generate welcome guides for guests automatically.
• AI Video Generator – Create walkthrough videos of your smart‑home setup.
• Talk with Claude AI app – Deploy a conversational assistant that can answer lock‑related queries.
• Your Speaking Avatar template – Add a friendly avatar to your lock‑management portal.
• Before-After-Bridge copywriting template – Craft compelling marketing copy for your new smart‑lock offering.
• AI YouTube Comment Analysis tool – Gauge customer sentiment on video reviews of the lock.
• AI Image Generator – Produce custom visuals for your product pages.
• AI Email Marketing – Automate email campaigns announcing the new lock to your subscriber base.

Pricing, Availability, and How to Purchase

The Lockly Affirm Series will be available for pre‑order in late Q2 2026, with shipments beginning shortly after. The base deadbolt model is priced at $179.99, while the latch version is listed at $169.99. Bulk discounts are offered for property managers and enterprises.

Interested buyers can order directly from Lockly’s website or through authorized resellers. For developers seeking to embed the lock into a larger solution, UBOS provides a comprehensive API (link placeholder) that supports Matter provisioning, NFC key generation, and real‑time status callbacks.