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Arrival-Detecting Smart Locks

The Otto Smart Lock is One of the Smallest Connected Deadbolts

— August 25, 2017 — Tech
Smart home accessories are becoming smaller, more efficient and cost-effective to make them applicable for the average consumer, which is evident with the newly released Otto Smart Lock. Coming as one of the smallest connected deadbolts on the market, the lock is capable anticipating your arrival and allowing access with a single press. This will come as welcome news to those who don't like having to deal with the traditional keypads that are present on many other smart locks out there.

The Otto Smart Lock keeps an eye on all of the comings and goings that take place at your home, while also enabling you to seamlessly enable access for guests before they arrive to let them walk right in.
Trend Themes
1. Smart Home Accessories - The trend towards smaller, more efficient, and cost-effective smart home accessories creates opportunities for companies to develop innovative products like the Otto Smart Lock.
2. Anticipatory Technology - The emergence of anticipatory technology in smart locks, like the Otto Smart Lock, presents an opportunity for increasing convenience and ease of use.
3. Keyless Access - The shift towards keyless access technology, exemplified by the Otto Smart Lock, creates disruption in traditional lock and key industries and presents new opportunities for innovation.
Industry Implications
1. Smart Locks - The smart lock industry is rapidly growing and offers increasing opportunities for companies looking to innovate and develop new products, like the Otto Smart Lock.
2. Home Security - The home security industry can benefit from the development of smaller, more efficient and cost-effective smart home accessories, which can provide greater protection and convenience to consumers, such as the Otto Smart Lock.
3. Hospitality - The hospitality industry can take advantage of anticipatory technology in smart locks to provide greater convenience and improve guest experiences, as exemplified by the Otto Smart Lock's ability to allow guests access with a single press.
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