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Amazon announced the Ring Smart Lock, a $249 lock that can generate enough power to unlock a door after its rechargeable battery dies by turning the thumb-turn dial a few times. The lock is expected in the US in early 2027, pending FCC approval; Amazon has not said how many turns are needed or provided a specific launch date.
Amazon has announced the Ring Smart Lock, its first smart lock, with a built-in way to generate emergency power by turning the thumb-turn dial if the rechargeable battery dies. The $249 lock is expected to go on sale in the US in early 2027, pending FCC approval, and is designed to let someone unlock the door without a physical backup key or an external battery.
Amazon says turning the dial “a few times” can generate enough power to unlock the door and regain entry. The company has not specified the exact number of turns required. The dial’s emergency charging feature is built into the lock, rather than relying on a concealed USB port or contacts for a 9-volt battery, approaches used by some other smart locks.
The lock has a fingerprint reader and a backlit touchscreen keypad. Owners can register multiple users, set schedules for when people may enter, and create temporary access codes that expire after a set period. The Ring app can be used to lock, unlock and monitor the device, and users can control it with voice commands through compatible Alexa devices.
Ring says installation does not require wiring. The lock uses a replaceable Quick Release Ultra Battery Pack and connects wirelessly through Amazon’s Sidewalk network rather than a home Wi-Fi connection. It will be offered in black, silver and brass. Amazon has not given a precise release date beyond its planned early 2027 US availability, which is subject to FCC approval.
A Backup Built Into the Door Lock
A dead battery can leave a smart-lock user unable to use electronic entry, particularly if they do not carry a physical key. The Ring model’s dial-based generator is intended to provide a way inside using the lock itself, without needing to locate an external battery or charging cable. That could make battery failure less disruptive, although Amazon has not disclosed how much effort the dial requires or how much emergency power it produces.
The lock also ties access management to fingerprints, codes, an app and Alexa, giving households several ways to let people in. Sidewalk connectivity may allow remote access and alerts without the lock relying on a home Wi-Fi connection, but that benefit depends on having adequate Sidewalk coverage. The lock has no built-in camera; people wanting video of visitors would need a separate camera or smart doorbell.
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Ring’s Lock Joins a Camera Rollout
The smart lock was announced alongside a broader set of Ring camera products. The company is expanding its “Retinal Vision 4K” range with outdoor, spotlight and floodlight cameras, while also introducing an indoor 4K camera. The announced prices range from $99.99 for the Indoor Cam 4K to $219.99 for the Floodlight Cam 4K Plus. The Indoor Cam 4K is available now, according to the source report; the lock is not yet available.
Amazon also announced a $69.99 Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam 2K, which the report says is available now. It can rotate 360 degrees, tilt 175 degrees and use motion detection to track moving subjects. Like the Indoor Cam 4K, it has a physical privacy shutter that blocks the camera and microphone when closed. These products provide options for pairing video monitoring with the camera-free Ring Smart Lock, but the lock itself does not show who is at the door.
““a few times””
— Amazon, as reported by The Verge
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Battery Backup Details Still Pending
Amazon has not said how many turns the dial needs, how quickly they must be made, or whether the generated charge is only enough to unlock the door or can support other functions. The company says the power can enable entry and a full recharge, but the source report provides no test results or further technical detail.
The lock’s availability is also not final: the announced US window is early 2027, pending FCC approval, with no specific day or month. Pricing and availability outside the United States were not provided. Sidewalk-based remote features will depend on local network coverage, and the announcement does not specify how those functions behave in areas without adequate coverage.
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US Launch Awaits FCC Approval
The next stated milestone is the Ring Smart Lock’s planned US release in early 2027, subject to FCC approval. Amazon has not announced a firm launch date or a preorder schedule for the lock. More detail on dial operation, battery performance, Sidewalk coverage and availability may emerge as the launch approaches.
Until then, the announced price is $249, and the lock is not yet available to buy. Readers considering it will need to wait for final launch information and details about how the emergency charging feature performs in practice.
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Key Questions
How does the Ring Smart Lock work if its battery dies?
Amazon says turning the thumb-turn dial a few times generates enough power to unlock the door. It has not said exactly how many turns are needed.
When will the Ring Smart Lock be available?
It is expected in the United States in early 2027, pending FCC approval. No exact release date has been announced.
How much will the Ring Smart Lock cost?
Amazon announced a US price of $249. The lock will come in black, silver and brass finishes.
Does the Ring Smart Lock have a camera?
No. The lock has no built-in camera. The source report says users would need a separate smart doorbell or camera to see visitors.
Does the lock need home Wi-Fi or wiring?
Amazon says installation requires no wiring and that the lock connects through its Sidewalk network, rather than home Wi-Fi. Remote features depend on adequate Sidewalk coverage.
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