November 4, 2014, Seoul – STMicroelectronics (ST), a global semiconductor company contributing to customers across various electronic applications and a major supplier of Internet of Things (IoT) components, has installed its STM32 microcontroller in the August Smart Lock home access control system.

With the superior performance and power efficiency of the STM32 microcontroller, users of August Smart Locks can access their home door locks via smartphone or computer without a key. The STM32 microcontroller not only provides the 32-bit computation and execution capabilities required for security signal processing but also enables real-time response capabilities and excellent power efficiency.

Tony Keirouz, Vice President of Marketing and Applications for the U.S. at ST, stated, “The August SmartLock, powered by the STM32, is an innovative device that will revolutionize similar home functions,” adding, “Along with industry-leading sensor products, the broad portfolio of the STM32 provides the perfect platform for designing novel products like the August SmartLock that will realize the future of the digital home and the Internet of Things.”

Jason Johnson, co-founder and CEO of August, emphasized, “Over the past two years, we have strived to make the August Smart Lock the most intelligent and secure way to manage home access. The August Smart Lock is installed within 10 minutes, and users can send a virtual key to anyone of their choice via iOS and Android mobile apps,” adding, “The STM32 microcontroller provides perfect performance capable of implementing the most secure signal processing and response functions, ensuring August’s functionality and robustness.”

The August Smart Lock is currently on sale for $249.99 at U.S. Apple Stores and online at store.apple.com and august.com.