Allegion plc announced that one of its leading brands, Schlage, is introducing the first-ever WiFi enabled deadbolt to work with Key by Amazon and Ring devices – the Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt. Schlage®, a brand of Allegion that has been creating stylish, innovative door hardware for more than 95 years, introduced its newest smart lock, Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt,at the 2019 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas. Featuring built-in WiFi connectivity, Schlage Encode™ is the brand’s next generation smart lock to enable secure remote access from anywhere, without the need for a hub. Schlage Encode™ will initially be integrated to work with the Key app to provide homeowners with a convenient solution for access management that can be used without a camera or hub. As of today, Schlage Encode™ is available for presale and will be on display at the Key by Amazon CES booth (#42320). Schlage Encode™ is the newest connected device to enhance the brand’s portfolio of innovative smart locks. The deadbolt iseasy to install, with a quick connection to in-home WiFi, to make it even more convenient for homeowners to have secure, remote access control. The built-in technology eliminates the need for an additional hub – all user need is WiFi and the Key app to install and start using the lock. Customers can choose to add an Amazon Cloud Cam to their Key Smart Lock Kit to monitor entries and deliveries, but it is not required for the Schlage Encode to work. Additionally, Ring customers will soon be able to lock and unlock their Schlage Encode™ directly from the live feed of their Ring doorbell or camera in the Ring app. Users can also enable the Key skill within their Alexa app to enjoy voice control of their lock. The Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt managed by Keycontains several convenient features, including: Built-in WiFi so users can operate Schlage Encode™ from wherever they are via the Key app. The ability to manage multiple guest access, by creating up to 100 unique codes for recurring, temporary or permanent access. This means customers can create unique codes with specified schedules for guests that are only active during specified time periods. Ability to monitor access via customizable notifications when a code is used, or via the app activity log to see a historical record of when the lock has been accessed. Optional in-home delivery for Prime members in eligible areas with the addition of the Amazon Cloud Cam. Voice assistant compatibility via Amazon Alexa. Customers enable the Key skill for Alexa and ask Alexa to lock their door and check the status of their door. Homeowners can enable “Unlock by Voice” in the Alexa App, which requires a 4-digit code when unlocking Schlage Encode™. Furthermore, Schlage will have an immense presence at CES this year, as the brand is also announcing the Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt with Z-Wave integration with the Ring Alarm system. Ring Alarm customers can link the Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt with Z-Wave to their Ring Alarm Base Station to add access control to their Ring of Security. This enables the lock and unlock features directly through the Ring App, and homeowners can also connect their Ring Alarm to Alexa-enabled devices for even more control with commands like “Alexa, lock the front door.” CES attendees can check out the enhanced Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt with Z-Wave at the Ring Booth (#42720). The Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt is available for presale and will retail for $250 MSRP. In addition to the Key Booth (#42320), the Schlage Encode™ will be on display at other partner booths at CES. Integration with the Ring App will additionally be available in the first quarter of 2019. The Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt with Z-Wave is available for sale nationwide for $199 MSRP.