This unassuming smart lock has a useful charging feature I've yet to see on the market

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ZDNET's key takeaways

• Lockin is releasing the V7 Max smart lock this year, which is being unveiled at CES 2026.
• The smart lock features a unique charging technology that eliminates the need for disposable and rechargeable batteries.
• The Lockin V7 Max is expected to launch in the US, with preorders beginning now and units shipping in March.

Though true innovation in smart devices is rare, one smart lock brand is taking to CES to debut a unique product: the Lockin V7 Max. This biometric smart lock features wireless optical charging technology, eliminating the need to replace or recharge batteries altogether. 

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Called AuraCharge technology, the V7 Max receives power from an optical output device plugged in within four meters' distance to wirelessly recharge its internal ...