MEDIA ALERT

Who:               Kwikset® residential door locks

What:             Kwikset Kevo™ wins industry awards

Contact:         Stephanie Sones, stephanies@imre.com, IMRE 213-289-9190

Why:               Since its launch on July 30, 2013, the Kwikset Kevo Bluetooth-enabled smart lock has been recognized and awarded by technology and home industry influencers.

                        “We’re proud that Kevo has been praised by some of the most respected names in the industry,” said Keith Brandon, director, residential access solutions. “This recognition confirms that Kwikset has brought an exciting and innovative solution for homeowners to the market with Kevo.”

Mashable Choice

Awarded Mashable’s stamp of approval that highlights the products and services that reviewers have tested and would recommend to others.

CEA Mark of Excellence Award

Kwikset Kevo was named Residential Security Product of the Year and recognized among the best in custom integration and installed technology.

CE Pro BEST Awards

A panel made up of respected industry leaders and the editors of CE Pro awarded Kevo as one of the most noteworthy new products and technologies introduced in 2013.

This Old House Top 100

Recognized among the most innovative, useful and reader-relevant items for the home in 2013.

Last Gadget Standing

An audience of technology experts and enthusiasts voted Kwikset Kevo as the Last Gadget Standing winner among other pioneering technology products following a four-minute live presentation at CES.

CES Innovations Honorees

Recognized by the annual CES Innovations Design and Engineering Awards competition honoring outstanding design and engineering in consumer electronics products.

Electronic House 2014 Product of the Year

Chosen as 2014 Product of the Year by credible industry leaders and the editors of Electronic House and CE Pro.

About Kwikset Kevo

Kwikset Kevo is a first-to-market Bluetooth-enabled smart lock that turns your smartphone into a key. The Kevo mobile app simplifies home security with the ability to send electronic keys (eKeys) to family, friends and service people, and receive push notifications when someone enters or exits the door.

                        Kwikset continues to lead the smart lock category with its innovative security products. To learn more about the Kevo technology, visit kwikset.com/kevo. For high resolution images and product requests, visit kwiksetpresskit.com.