{
  "id": 19375119,
  "title": "Wyze’s new door lock has speedy fingerprint recognition and 12-month battery life",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/10/wyzes-new-door-lock-has-speedy-fingerprint-recognition-and-12-month",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-11-10T18:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Google",
    "slug": "9to5google",
    "url": "https://9to5google.com/2026/11/10/wyze-lever-lock-fingerprint-now-available/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Wyze has recently released its new smart lock, the \"Lever Lock,\" designed for standard single-bore latch doors. Priced at $99.98, this device offers a 12-month battery life and advanced features such as fingerprint recognition and PIN entry. The fingerprint sensor can identify a user's fingerprint in approximately half a second. Local storage keeps biometric data secure, and the system improves its accuracy with each successful unlock. A clever PIN feature allows users to input random digits before or after their actual code, safeguarding against onlookers. As a safety measure, the lock also includes a physical key backup. The Wyze Lever Lock utilizes eight AA batteries and comes with a USB-C input for charging. Available for immediate shipping, the lock provides an accessible and affordable smart-lock solution for homeowners seeking to enhance their home security.",
  "summary": "Wyze is today launching its new “Lever Lock,” a smart lock for your front door that has a year of battery life and fast fingerprint recognition, all for an affordable price tag. more…",
  "key_points": [],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}