HomeKit Weekly: ULTRALOQ releases its first UWB smart lock that works with Apple Home

Bradley C· Sep 25, 2026 · 3:00 PM UTC ·4 min read · 0 reactions · 0 comments · 0 views

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ULTRALOQ has released the Bolt Mission, the first smart lock to use ultra-wideband technology for precise, hands-free unlocking with Apple Home. The device distinguishes itself from Bluetooth-based locks by analyzing the direction and distance of approach to determine user intent locally without a cloud connection. Alongside the Bolt Mission, the company launched the Bolt Pro and Latch 5 Pro, which offer cross-platform tap-to-unlock capabilities via the Aliro standard.

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▪The ULTRALOQ Bolt Mission uses UWB and radar-based presence sensing to detect when a user is approaching the door from outside.
▪The intent detection logic for the Bolt Mission runs locally between the iPhone and the lock, eliminating the need for a hub or cloud connection.
▪The Bolt Pro and Latch 5 Pro are Aliro-Certified, allowing for tap-to-unlock functionality through Apple Wallet or Samsung Wallet.
▪All three new locks are Matter-certified and compatible with Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa.
▪The Bolt Pro and Latch 5 Pro do not support Apple's proprietary Home Key standard, relying instead on the open Aliro standard.

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