August Connect is essentially a $50 WiFi bridge for the smart lock, connecting to the device being Bluetooth and then relaying signals to the cloud over the home’s WiFi network. The device plugs directly into an outlet near the smart lock and can be connected to WiFi via the August mobile app.
Do I need August connect?
Best answer: No. The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock has everything built inside and can connect to the Internet without a Connect Bridge. If you have an August Smart Lock or a Smart Lock Pro (Generation 1, 2, or 3), your smart lock will function locally via Bluetooth connection without a Connect Bridge.
Do I need August connect with HomeKit?
Yes, if you have a compatible Apple bridge within Bluetooth range of your August Smart Lock that is setup to work with HomeKit.PLEASE NOTE: An Apple bridge (i.e.: AppleTV, HomePod, etc.) is required to operate HomeKit remotely for every version of August Smart Lock.
What does the Yale Connect do?
Yale Connect is the smart platform for the security of your home. Yale Connect is developed under the IoT (Internet of Things) concept that allows you to control, monitor and configure diverse devices specially developed by ASSA ABLOY for the security of your home.
Can I use August connect work with multiple locks?
Does the August Connect work with multiple locks? Unfortunately, each August lock does require a dedicated August Connect device. You can bypass the August Connect if you have a hub like SmartThings but you will lose some functionality.
Will August lock work without Wi-Fi?
Do August smart locks work without Wi-Fi? Yes, August smart locks can be operated without Wi-Fi as they can also connect via Bluetooth or Z-Wave. However, you need Wi-Fi if you’re looking to control your lock remotely. If you’re still curious about how the August smart lock works, you want to continue reading.
Do smart locks work without Wi-Fi?
Smart locks do not require Wi-Fi to work. There are several wireless methods available to connect to a smart lock including Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Z-Wave, and Zigbee.
Does August Support Home keys?
Yes, you can use a physical key from the original deadbolt to lock and unlock your door even when you have an August Smart Lock installed.
Does August Lock work with Siri?
August locks are one of the only smart locks on the market that works with all three major smart speakers: Apple HomePod, Amazon Echo, and Google Home, as well as, their Assistants: Siri, Alexa, and the Google Assistant.
How do I use Yale secure?
While holding your phone close to your Yale lock, open the Yale Secure app.
- Wake the keypad by touching it with three fingers.
- Enter your master pin code followed by the gear key.
- Tap 7, followed by the gear key.
- Tap 1, followed by the gear key.
- Your module has now been successfully enrolled.
What is Yale link bridge?
Yale Link Bridge is an active device use to pair with Smart Door Locks that have Yale Link Module installed to enable the remote capabilities of the Smart Door Locks. Users can Lock and Unlock the Smart Door Locks remotely. Users can check the Entrance History of the Smart Door Locks.
What is Yale smart living?
Yale Smart Living is Yale’s range of home security devices that helps you protect, monitor and control your home, anywhere at any time, via your smartphone or tablet. The range includes Smart Alarms, CCTV Cameras & Kits, IP Cameras and Smart Door Locks.
How do I reconnect August lock to WiFi?
Android
- Open the August App and select the associated Home from your Keychain.
- Select the gear icon to navigate to Lock Settings.
- Select the associated device to open Lock Settings.
- Scroll to the Utilities section and select Connect to Wi-Fi Network.
- Select BEGIN WI-FI SETUP.
Can I have multiple smart locks?
Unlike mechanical locks where you might need to carry a different set of keys for every door, managing a smart lock doesn’t get more difficult just because you have more than one.
How do I connect to August WiFi?
In the August App, go to the side menu (upper left), tap Set Up New Device. Choose Set Up An August Connect. Choose a lock with which to associate your Connect. When prompted, plug connect into an outlet near your door and then follow the in-app instructions.
What happens if August Smart Lock battery dies?
When your August smart lock battery dies, the lock stops working electronically, meaning you can’t unlock it via the App on your phone until the batteries are replaced. But you can manually unlock your door (with a physical key) via the original deadbolt, as August locks fit with the existing deadbolt on your door.
How long does August Lock battery last?
three to six months
The team at August estimates the lock’s batteries should last three to six months. That’s a shorter suggested lifespan than the six months to a year promised for the older, AA models. According to August, the no. 1 factor in battery life is the quality of your Wi-Fi connection.
Can August lock be opened manually?
Yes you can turn the August Lock manually to latch/unlatch the deadbolt manually from the inside. Additionally, you can use your existing key from the outside.
Do smart locks have cameras?
The smart locks you will see on the market today don’t only have a dedicated app, but also Bluetooth and Wi-Fi compatibility. Some of the modern smart locks also come with an integrated camera so you can see who is at your front door and decide if you want to remotely let them in!
Are smart door locks worth it?
But even those still leave the homeowner vulnerable while on the threshold of their own home. For eliminating that moment, plus enhancing security in other ways, smart locks are worth the expense, no matter who you are.
How safe are smart locks?
Not only can many smart locks be hacked, but they also are proven to have other vulnerabilities like the ability to be removed with a flathead screwdriver. Since smart locks often work with an existing deadbolt, this may mean they have the same level of security as traditional locks.
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