Smart Lock Standard Aliro Arrives with Wide Compatibility and Open Ecosystem

Aliro, a new smart lock standard, has officially arrived with its 1.0 specification, allowing companies to obtain hardware certification and roll out support. Designed as an open standard, Aliro enables any smart lock to be unlocked by any smartphone, regardless of manufacturer. The standard stores a digital key in the user’s phone wallet that can be tapped to unlock a compatible lock, mirroring the contactless payment process. This concept is familiar to those who have used Apple’s Home Key feature, which allows users to unlock their doors using their iPhone. However, Aliro differs from Apple’s solution by being cross-platform and compatible with both Android and iOS devices. Additionally, it integrates with major mobile wallet ecosystems, including Apple, Google, and others, ensuring a seamless experience for users across different platforms. With the introduction of Aliro, smartphone users can look forward to a standardized and convenient way to unlock their doors using their phones, reducing reliance on physical keys and enhancing overall convenience in their daily lives.