ThorBolt X1 might just be the best-value HomeKey smart lock for Apple users—packed with Thread, fingerprint sensor, and a hidden keypad, all for just $130. I walk through the install, HomeKit setup, and real-world usage with iPhone, Apple Watch, and family members in mind.
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00:00 Introduction
01:06 Installation
01:50 Add to Apple Home
03:19 Set Up Keypad Codes
03:54 Unlocking Methods
05:06 Adding Fingerprints
06:13 Definitely Change This
07:07 Connectivity
07:37 Apple TV Home Hub
08:30 Worth It?
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