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August and Yale Partner with ecobee to Enhance Smart Security Through New Integration Oct 22, 2024

By seamlessly integrating smart locks with ecobee Smart Security, users can enjoy a smarter home that prioritizes peace of mind by managing security and comfort all in one place

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., October 22, 2024 ー Today August and Yale deliver a smarter home with new smart lock integration with ecobee Smart Security. Customers in the United States and Canada no longer need to worry about forgetting to lock their door when linking Wi-Fi-enabled smart locks from Yale and August to their ecobee account. In addition to the ability to automatically lock their front door from anywhere, customers can now control their smart lock directly from Live View​ on their ecobee Smart Doorbell Camera, in the ecobee app. For added convenience, users can get notified when guests arrive, greet them using two-way talk, and let them in from the ecobee app.

By integrating August and Yale's Wi-Fi-enabled smart locks, ecobee Smart Security users can now automatically lock their home when they leave and arm their security system from anywhere for total peace of mind. In the ecobee app, users can arm and disarm their home with one tap, see the lock status at-a-glance on the home screen, and let guests in from anywhere.

“We’re excited to expand the capabilities of our Smart Security solution to support Yale and August smart locks,” said Greg Fyke, CEO of ecobee. “When combined with our smart thermostats, we provide a unique and compelling whole home solution for energy management and security that works seamlessly together, delivering comfort and peace of mind.”

ecobee Smart Security is a next-generation home monitoring system that gives users complete control of the home. It leverages ecobee’s smart devices to help keep loved ones safe, and lower energy costs. This new integration further enhances ecobee Smart Security by providing smart lock technology to better protect homes and families.

“We’re proud to partner with ecobee to deliver an enhanced home security experience for ecobee customers,” said Garrett Lovejoy, Vice President of Category Management at Fortune Brands Innovations. “By bringing Yale and August smart locks together with ecobee Smart Security, we’re combining two trusted names in smart home innovation to deliver both convenience and confidence to everyday security.”

August and Yale smart locks combine security with convenience, giving customers the flexibility to access their homes on their terms. They offer multiple key-free entry options, including keypads, fingerprint readers, and app controls, eliminating the need for traditional keys while providing security and peace of mind.

To learn more about ecobee Smart Security, visit: ecobee.com/en-us/smart-security. To learn more about ecobee’s smart lock integration with Yale and August, visit: ecobee.com/en-us/smart-security/yale-august-smart-door-lock-integration To learn more about Yale and August, visit: shopyalehome.com/pages/ecobee and august.com/pages/ecobee.

About Yale Home

Yale Home is a leader in smart home security that protects the people, places and things we love most. We secure homes throughout the United States and Canada with our innovative smart locks and smart storage solutions to protect front doors, interior doors, cabinets, package deliveries and more. The Yale residential brand in North America is part of Fortune Brands Innovations, a brand, innovation and channel leader within the home and security markets. For more information, visit ShopYaleHome.com.

About August Home

At August Home, we believe a lock isn’t just about keeping your home secure, it’s about providing the freedom to do what you love most. Our smart locks and keypads give you the flexibility and confidence to embrace life to the fullest without worrying about keys - and without changing your hardware. The August Home brand is part of Fortune Brands Innovations alongside our companion brand Yale Home. For more information, visit August.com. 

About ecobee

ecobee Inc. was founded in 2007 with a mission to improve everyday life while creating a more sustainable world. Since launching the world’s first smart thermostat, ecobee has helped customers across North America save more than 27.8 TWh of energy, which is the equivalent of taking all the homes in Los Angeles and Chicago off the grid for a year. Today, ecobee continues to innovate with smart home solutions that solve everyday problems with comfort, security, and conservation in mind. With ecobee’s products, including the award-winning Smart Thermostat Premium, ecobee continues to encourage Smart Owners to imagine what home could be. ecobee is a part of Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GNRC), a leading global designer and manufacturer of energy technology solutions, and other power products. Generac and ecobee share a vision to deliver a cleaner and more sustainable energy future for customers and communities. The Generac and ecobee home of the future will be more comfortable, resilient, and efficient. For more information, visit ecobee.com. 

Yale and August’s New Integration with Airbnb Elevates Smart Hospitality Aug 19, 2024

Yale and August’s New Integration with Airbnb Elevates Smart Hospitality 

Yale and August are enhancing the vacation rental experience by simplifying the check-in and check-out process with an all new integration in the Airbnb app. This integration makes our smart locks even smarter to help make rental access seamless, especially as summer vacations are in full swing.  

Streamlined Check-in Process 

As an Airbnb host, have you ever had a guest encounter an issue accessing your property while arriving for their stay? Or, as a guest, have you arrived at an Airbnb rental and wished for a simpler way to enter? With August and Yale smart locks, these hassles are a thing of the past. Unique door codes, now automatically generated and sent to guests via the Airbnb app, eliminate the need for physical key exchanges or complicated lockbox setups. Guests can simply arrive at the property, enter their code provided in the Airbnb app, and walk right in, giving both guests and hosts a sense of control and peace of mind.

Security You Can Count On

Hosts can manage their guests’ unique entry codes remotely, so they can easily adjust for early check-in or late checkout right from the Airbnb app, no matter where they are. Now, Airbnb hosts using compatible Yale and August smart locks can feel confident about who is entering their property and when, even if they’re not onsite. For guests, this helps provide assurance that their belongings are safeguarded by our advanced smart lock technology when they’re out exploring.

A Seamless Experience

The new Airbnb app integration allows hosts to benefit from a range of compatible Yale and August smart locks, including best-sellers like Yale Assure Lock 2, and for retrofit options, Yale Approach and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Exclusive product bundles are available for hosts, including a Wi-Fi Connect bridge for longer battery life.

August and Yale’s partnership with Airbnb helps make the process of managing and staying in an Airbnb listing smarter, more secure, and more enjoyable. For property owners looking to simplify access to their listing, August and Yale smart locks offer a smart solution that meets the needs of today’s travelers.

Pair Your August Smart Locks with Apple HomeKit to Enjoy Even More Convenience! Mar 16, 2021 Did you know your August Wi-Fi Smart Lock and August Smart Lock Pro are Apple HomeKit-enabled? This means even more control, flexibility and security – on top of what you already enjoy with your August app!

August and Yale Integrate with DoorBird IP Video Door Stations Mar 15, 2021 We’re proud of our robust list of integration partners, helping you connect your locks to voice assistants, lights, alarm systems and even vacuums. Today, we’re pleased to announce DoorBird has joined our ranks! You can now connect any Wi-Fi connected August and Yale smart lock to a DoorBird IP Video Door Station for a seamless “approach to entry” experience.

Introducing Control4 and August Sep 14, 2020 We’re excited to announce that, for the first time ever, August Smart Locks are compatible with Control4! Control4 is a leading smart home operating system for homes and businesses, serving everyone from apartment dwellers to owners of bespoke, premium homes. It consolidates control of all your smart devices (or smart home technology) into one simple-to-use platform, including lighting, home theater, audio, intercom, remote control, locks and more.

August’s New Integration with Philips Hue Delivers Smarter Home Access: Light Your Way As You Arrive Home, and Leave Worry-Free Sep 03, 2020 Have you always dreamed of arriving home to an entryway that lights up upon your arrival, making you immediately feel secure and welcome? Or have you simply been searching for a life hack that will help you remember to turn the lights off when you leave the house, so your electricity bill isn’t through the roof each month? If so, we have some good news for you! Starting later this month, your August and Yale smart locks will work with the Philips Hue lighting system.