Witnessing the Latest in Smart Lock Innovation at CES

Key Highlights from ZDNET

Following its impressive debut at CES 2025, Ultraloq is unveiling its newest leading products at the event. The firm has introduced its latest Ultraloq Latch 7 Pro and Ultraloq Bolt Sense smart locks, both pivotal models that pave the way for its 2026 lineup.

Expected to launch in the year's second quarter, the Ultraloq Bolt Sense is a facial recognition smart lock that opens your door effortlessly, removing the need for a phone, passcode, or GPS-triggered unlocking. Xthings has branded this as a 'come and go' lock, featuring palm vein recognition and supporting Wi-Fi and the Matter protocol.

The Ultraloq Latch 7 Pro, a latch-type smart lock preparing for a first-quarter 2026 release, is crafted to work with Aliro, Matter over Thread, and Z-Wave.

Available now at a $300 price point, this Ultraloq smart lock incorporates ultra wideband (UWB) tech, enabling it to unlock automatically as you approach, provided you carry a compatible device.

Innovative Security Cameras by Xthings

At CES 2026, Xthings is also spotlighting its new Ulticam security camera line, showcasing models such as the floodlight camera and a Wi-Fi HaLow camera, each driven by Contextual AI.

"We're demonstrating at CES how security cameras transcend being simple recorders by becoming insightful tools," remarked Raj Sundar, Senior Director of Product Management at Xthings. "The goal of Ulticam is clear: offer professional-level performance with open compatibility and AI that converts raw video into meaningful data, devoid of extra subscriptions or proprietary constraints."

The new Ulticam IQ Floodlight is crafted to illuminate busy outdoor spots, serving as a deterrent to intruders with high-quality image capture and advanced AI-driven alerts.

Conversely, the Ulticam HaLow is a security model designed for zones inaccessible by conventional Wi-Fi, powered by Sub-GHz technology for extended distance and superior wall penetration, broadening intelligent security coverage for expansive areas.