From the 2012 International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Verizon Wireless is collaborating with two ASSA ABLOY companies – HID Global and Yale Locks & Hardware to demonstrate the benefits of smartphones carrying mobile keys.
Daniel Bailin, Director, Program Management, HID Global said, "HID Global and Verizon Wireless have been working closely to extend the value of NFC technology so that smartphones can also carry mobile keys for opening doors. Now, with our sister company, Yale Locks & Hardware, we are again collaborating with Verizo Wireless to demonstrate the improved security and convenience of this concept in residential applications."
Jason Williams, GM, Yale Residential said, "From a residential perspective, the mobile phone is ubiquitous. We use it to make reservations, schedule our day, everything. By incorporating NFC technology into our Yale Real Living locks, we've extended the functionality of the mobile phone even further. What's more, we've created a highly secure product that capitalizes on ASSA ABLOY technology that is being extremely well received in other end-user markets. We are pleased to be working with Verizon Wireless to demonstrate the value of mobile keys on smartphones in its network."
