Ring's new smart lock can be charged manually via dial if battery dies

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Amazon has announced its first Ring-branded smart lock. The device features a manual charging mechanism integrated into its thumb-turn dial, eliminating the need for a physical backup key. If the rechargeable battery dies while a user is away, turning the dial a few times generates enough power to unlock the door. The lock is expected to be available in the US early this year.

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