Samsung Unveils Digital Home Key for Smart Locks

Samsung Electronics has unveiled a new Digital Home Key feature for its Samsung Wallet app, enabling Galaxy smartphone users to unlock compatible smart door locks directly from their devices. The company announced the addition at the Mobile World Congress 2026 in Barcelona, with the rollout set to begin later this month in select markets.

The feature builds on Samsung Wallet's existing digital key capabilities, which previously focused on vehicles, by extending them to home access. Users can add a digital home key to the app after connecting a compatible smart lock through the SmartThings platform, which supports the Matter connectivity standard. Once stored, the key allows unlocking via near-field communication (NFC) with a simple tap on the lock or, for devices and locks supporting ultra-wideband (UWB) technology, hands-free activation as the user approaches the door.

Samsung emphasized the feature's compatibility with leading smart lock brands, including Aqara, Nuki, Schlage, Ultraloq, and Xthings. This integration aims to streamline smart home automation within the SmartThings ecosystem, allowing users to manage locks alongside other connected devices. The company noted that...