{
  "id": 5616008,
  "title": "HomeKit Weekly: ULTRALOQ’s Bolt Fingerprint has everything you’d want except Home Key",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/04/homekit-weekly-ultraloqs-bolt-fingerprint-has-everything-youd-want",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-09-04T18:39:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "9to5Mac",
    "slug": "9to5mac",
    "url": "https://9to5mac.com/2026/09/04/ultraloq-bolt-fingerprint/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "HomeKit Weekly highlights ULTRALOQ's Bolt Fingerprint smart lock, a top smart lock option for most users. This lock from ULTRALOQ boasts Apple Home integration, built-in Wi-Fi, and versatile unlocking methods. It offers fingerprint ID unlock, PIN entry, and various unlocking options like app access, auto-unlock, and voice commands via Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant. The Bolt Fingerprint also includes up to 50 custom passcodes, making it ideal for sharing with friends, guests, or service providers. A notable feature is the Lockout Mode, which temporarily disables all electronic unlock methods when away, enhancing security for those with vacant homes. Installation requires only a Phillips head screwdriver and the replacement of a strike plate, with no wiring or drilling needed. The ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint is available on Amazon and ULTRALOQ's website, with HomeKit Weekly recommending it for users who don't require Home Key support, suggesting that adding this feature in a future model could make the lock nearly perfect.",
  "summary": "My door has had a smart lock on it for 5-6 years, and I’ve tried plenty of options. The ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint is a great option for almost anyone thanks to its Apple Home integration, built-in Wi-Fi, and plenty of ways to lock and unlock your door. Whether you’re looking for fingerprint ID unlock or a simple PIN, this lock has almost everything. more…",
  "key_points": [
    "Includes up to 50 custom passcodes for sharing with friends, guests, or service providers.",
    "Lockout Mode temporarily disables all electronic unlock methods when away for enhanced security."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "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."
}