# Glass Door Smart Locks The Lockly Guard Shows Off a Slim Aesthetic at CES 2021 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2021-01-15 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-guard References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/lockly-new-smart-door-locks/149281/) & [lockly](https://lockly.com/pages/pressroom-duo) The Lockly Guard is a new [smart lock solution](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-lock-technology) showcased by the brand at CES 2021 that is targeted towards consumers looking to elevate the security of their living space. The unit is designed with sliding glass doors in mind and maintains an elegantly streamlined aesthetic that packs advanced technology into a slim system. The lock features the PIN Genie digital keypad along with a [fingerprint scanner for biometric access](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/desloc-b200) and the ability to access it directly via a smartphone. The Lockly Guard is intended to installed onto standard aluminum or metal door frames and won't take up much space as a result. The system can also be used with an optional upgrade to make it compatible for use with an [RFID card for contactless access](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-dr2-max-retrofit-smart-lock). Image Credit: Lockly ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.4/10 - Popularity: 85% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smart Locks for Sliding Glass Doors:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create advanced security solutions for sliding glass doors. - **Biometric Access for Smart Locks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to incorporate biometric access technology into their smart lock systems. - **Contactless Access for Smart Locks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to add contactless access features to their smart lock systems. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Security:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create advanced security solutions for smart homes. - **Smart Home Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to integrate smart lock systems into larger home automation platforms. - **Construction and Real Estate:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to offer smart lock systems as a standard feature in new construction and renovated homes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Biometric Scanner Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-flex-touch.md) - [Biometric Authentication Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraloq-smart-home-locks.md) - [Facial Recognition Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-visage.md) - [Biometric Bank-Grade Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/securam-touch.md) - [Screen-Equipped Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/xiaomi-smart-door-lock-m40.md) - [High-Tech Residential Security Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-security-system.md) - [Minimalist Biometric Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aqara-u100-smart-lock.md) - [Security Smart Home Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lock-ultra.md) - [Smart Lock Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robern-iq-digital-lock-box.md)