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Ring’s first smart lock has a clever answer to the dead battery problem

October 7, 2026 Emily Chen Clock

Ring's Smart Lock with Hand-Cranked Battery Recharge

Ring has unveiled its first smart lock with a unique solution to dead battery problems: a hand-cranked dial that recharges the device enough to restore the fingerprint reader and backlit keypad. Priced at $249, the lock is scheduled to hit American markets early in 2027.

However, according to Amazon's own announcement, the lock has not been authorized by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and may not be sold until it receives approval. Additionally, its remote features rely on Amazon Sidewalk, a network currently available only in the United States.

Key Features:

  1. Manual Recharge: The dial beneath the keypad allows users to manually crank the battery back up.
  2. Multi-Authentication: Users can gain entry via fingerprint, keypad, the Ring app, or Alexa.
  3. Compatibility: Fits standard single-cylinder deadbolts and requires no extra wiring.
  4. Camera Lineup: Five new cameras, including four 4K models, ranging from $70 to $220.

Important Disclosures:

  1. FCC Authorization: The lock cannot be sold or leased until FCC rules are met.
  2. Amazon Sidewalk Dependency: Remote locking, status updates, and PIN syncing depend on Amazon Sidewalk, available only in the U.S.
  3. European Availability: No mention of a European version, following similar trends seen with Google's smart home platform and Claude.

Competitive Landscape:

In Europe, consumers have open alternatives like IKEA's Matter sensors integrating with Samsung hubs, offering proprietary-free solutions from as little as $5.99 per bulb.

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