Major technology manufacturers including Samsung, Apple, and Google are adopting the Aliro 1.0 standard for connected locks [1, 2].
This shift represents a fundamental change in home security by potentially making traditional physical keychains obsolete. By unifying how smartphones and locks communicate, the industry aims to create a seamless ecosystem where a single device manages access to multiple properties.
The Aliro 1.0 standard allows users to unlock doors using smartphone applications or biometric authentication [3, 4]. Samsung said it was among the first to adopt the standard to increase convenience and perceived security for users [1, 4]. This interoperability ensures that different hardware brands can work together under a shared protocol, reducing the fragmentation that previously hindered the smart-lock market.
Adoption of this technology has expanded across the French market [3, 5]. Reports regarding the availability of these connected locks began appearing as early as April 18, 2024 [5]. The rollout continued through 2025, with further testing of integrated systems like the Nuki Keypad 2 NFC occurring as recently as April 14, 2026 [6].
These systems rely on secure digital tokens rather than physical metal keys. This transition allows homeowners to grant temporary access to guests or service providers remotely, a feature that traditional locks cannot provide. The integration of these standards into mobile operating systems means the hardware is often already in the user's pocket.
“The Aliro 1.0 standard for connected locks could replace traditional keychains.”
The move toward a unified standard like Aliro 1.0 signals a transition from proprietary 'walled garden' smart home ecosystems to an industry-wide protocol. This interoperability is critical for mass adoption; consumers are more likely to invest in smart security if they know the hardware will work regardless of whether they use an iPhone or an Android device. As biometric and NFC technology becomes the primary method of entry, the physical key becomes a backup rather than a necessity.
