Xiaomi, the Chinese tech giant, is set to expand its smart home product line with the launch of the Smart Guardian, its latest smart door lock, on February 20, 2023.It is part of the Xiaomi Smart Door Lock M20 series, features an integrated peephole camera and a display screen, providing users with a real-time view of their front door.
The new model has an all-in-one design that simplifies the installation process and also includes a doorbell function. With a price point of around 2,000 yuan, it is expected to compete with high-end smart door locks on the market.
The Smart Guardian Can See is an upgrade from the previous Xiaomi Smart Door Lock M20, which was launched in 2022 and was highly praised for its durability and safety features. The M20 features a high-strength alloy middle frame and an anti-pinch design, which ensures user safety by customizing the direction of the handle based on the opening and closing orientation of the door.
The M20 also has various unlocking methods, including fingerprint, password, periodic/one-time password, NFC password, mobile phone Bluetooth unlocking, and Homekit. Private data storage, such as fingerprints and passwords, is stored locally in encrypted storage, ensuring maximum protection against hacking and data breaches.
The M20 also has the added feature of remote monitoring of the lock status through an app when used in conjunction with a device that has Bluetooth gateway function. This enables users to receive alerts for door not closed alarms, multiple trial and error alarms, and the outer door lock panel being pried alarm, among others.
The M20’s battery life is impressive, lasting up to 10 months on eight AA batteries. In case of an emergency, the Type-C port of the outer door lock can serve as an emergency power supply, allowing the door lock to be unlocked even without battery power.
Xiaomi is known for its expansion into various sectors, from smartphones to electric vehicles. The company’s new smart door lock demonstrates its continued push into the smart home technologies sector. With its innovative features and competitive pricing, the Smart Guardian Can See is set to make a mark in the smart door lock market.