# Secure Low-Cost Smart Locks The Wyze Lock Automates Entry for Authorized Users By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2019-12-05 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-lock References: [geeky-gadgets](https://www.geeky-gadgets.com/wyze-smart-lock-04-12-2019/) & [wyze](https://wyze.com/wyze-lock) The Wyze Lock has been unveiled by the [smart home product brand](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dreame-navo-smart-lock-a10) as a new solution that will help to streamline the user experience and also shake up pricing expectations for next-generation solutions. Available now for preorder at $90, the lock features a very simple functionality and will utilize proximity technology to [automatically unlock the door](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraloq-latch-5) when an authorized user is walking towards it. The lock will automatically lock itself once it detects that the door is closed behind you to eliminate the need to manually secure it. The Wyze Lock allows user to easily grant or revoke access to the home for friends, family and visitors via the accompanying smartphone app. The lock has been developed in partnership with [Lockin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockin-veno-pro) and has been announced alongside the Wyze Lock Keypad. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.8/10 - Popularity: 82% | Activity: 84% | 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Low-cost Smart Locks:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop affordable smart lock solutions that offer streamlined user experience and automatic locking functionality. - **Proximity Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore the utilization of proximity technology in various industries to automate entry and enhance security measures. - **Remote Access Control:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create user-friendly smartphone apps that allow easy granting or revoking of access to authorized users, revolutionizing the way people manage access to their homes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smart Home:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop affordable and user-friendly smart lock solutions that integrate seamlessly with smart home ecosystems. - **Security:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Implement proximity technology in security systems to enhance access control and automate door locking mechanisms. - **Property Management:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create smartphone apps and smart lock systems that streamline access management for property managers, improving convenience and security. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Accessible Palm-Scanning Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-palm-lock.md) - [Fingerprint-Scanning Door Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-lock-bolt.md) - [Easy-to-Install Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ezviz-dl01s-smart-diy-lock.md) - [Budget-Friendly Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapo-dl100.md) - [Facial Recognition Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockly-visage.md) - [Smart Home Security Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-security-video-smart-lock.md) - [Automated Operation Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kwikset-aura-reach-smart-lock.md) - [Biometric Firearm Smart Safes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wyze-gun-safe.md) - [Auto-Securing Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eufy-security-smart-lock.md)