SwitchBot launches world's first smart deadbolt lock with 3D facial recognition technology There are 9 other unlocking methods too QUICK SUMMARY SwitchBot has launched its new Lock Vision Series, introducing what it claims are the world’s first smart deadbolt locks with built-in 3D facial recognition technology. Available in standard and Pro models, the new locks combine fast facial unlocking with alternative methods including fingerprint scanning, palm vein recognition and app control, whilst also offering up to 12 months of battery life and simple DIY installation. Announced today, SwitchBot has launched its new SwitchBot Lock Vision Series, consisting of the SwitchBot Lock Vision and SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro. The new models are labelled as the world’s first smart deadbolt locks to feature advanced 3D structured-light facial recognition technology. Whilst we’ve seen facial recognition arrive on smart locks before – including last year’s SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo – SwitchBot says these are the first deadbolt-style smart locks to use the technology in this way. For now, the range is launching exclusively in the US, priced at $299.99 for the Lock Vision Pro and $169.99 for the standard Lock Vision. Both are available through Amazon and SwitchBot’s online store. The facial recognition system is inspired by the same type of technology used in flagship smartphones, projecting over 20,000 infrared points to create highly detailed 3D facial maps with millimetre-level accuracy. It’s also designed to work reliably even if you’re wearing glasses, hats or makeup – something cheaper facial recognition systems often struggle with. If facial recognition isn’t really your thing, both locks support a huge range of alternative unlocking methods too. Alongside app control and physical keys, users can unlock via NFC cards, passwords, voice assistants, smartwatches and auto-unlock geo-fencing features. The locks also support contactless palm vein recognition and semiconductor fingerprint