The second generation of August Home’s Smart Lock was unveiled with an industrial that was updated and through HomeKit, the control of Siri last October. From this week onwards, a person can purchase the Augusts Bluetooth connected deadbolt from Best Buy and Amazon however the pre order period is said to be long due to the fact that the stocks are slim.

The support of the HomeKit added on to the Smart Lock enables users to unlock and lock their devices from the Apple Watch, iPad, iPhone with the help of Siri Commands. First of all there is  already the benefit of the Smart Lock being able to connect to devices with the help of the Bluetooth and can be controlled with the app that is made for it.

With the help of the voice control, the support of the HomeKit securely enhances the user’s device so that it can work for the products of Apple. With the help of HomeKit, the actions of the Smart Lock can be automated so that you get the necessary support for the different home accessories that you have. This can also be used for the other services that you have with you.

For example, if you have the Hue lights of Philips and you wish to turn it off, with the help of the HomeKit a scene can be created which is called Good Night. You can also go ahead and make changes to the ecobee thermostat based on what suits you. The August Home’s Smart Lock also lets you loc the front door with the help of a simple command.

The next generation of the August Home’s Smart Lock is said to have various kinds of features with industrial designs that is designed. The change on its own may just not be really worth if you want to upgrade over to the support of the HomeKit unless you have plans of having another door added.