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Ring's smart lock has a hand crank so it works even if the power's out

Written and edited by the WorldPing NewsdeskPublished Updated Original reporting: Engadget
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What happened

Ring's smart lock has a built-in hand crank to generate power when the batteries are dead.

Key facts

  • Reported by Engadget and published Wed, 07 Oct 2026 14:00:00 UTC.

Why it matters

Platform, chip and AI decisions set the terms other companies have to build on, so a single announcement here tends to ripple through products, supply chains and regulation.

What to watch next

  • Availability, pricing and rollout regions
  • Independent testing or verification of the claims made
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Coverage timeline

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  1. Xreal's Aura Android XR smartglasses will cost you at least $1,279

  2. Ring's smart lock has a hand crank so it works even if the power's out

  3. Ring’s first smart lock can be hand-cranked when its battery dies

  4. New leaks provide our first look at Apple and LG’s smart home devices

  5. Apple and LG Are Collabing on Smart Home Gadgets

  6. We now have images of the smart home products that Apple and LG are reportedly cooking up

Sources

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Read the full report at Engadget

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