1. Smart Lock Firmware Update – Three-State Door Logic (Existing Locks)
One of my biggest wishes for 2026 is a firmware update for existing Aqara smart locks, without requiring new hardware.
I’d like Aqara smart locks to support three clearly defined door states, especially for doors with outside ball knob + inside lever handle.
Desired door states:
1. LOCKED
– Deadbolt engaged
– Door fully locked
2. CLOSED (not locked)
– Deadbolt retracted
– Latch (jazýček) extended
– Door can be closed simply by pushing it shut (no handle rotation)
3. OPEN
– Deadbolt retracted
– Latch retracted
– Door opens automatically
– After a configurable delay, the lock can return to CLOSED state
Why this matters in daily use:
When leaving home, I want to press the keypad button and the door should fully lock.
When coming home or staying inside, I want the door to stay closed but unlocked, so I can just push it closed without turning a handle.
Current Aqara lock behavior feels optimized mainly for lever handles on both sides, but not for doors with a fixed ball knob on the outside.
Key points:
Three-state logic via firmware update
Proper support for outside ball knob / inside lever handle doors
Clear separation of latch vs deadbolt behavior
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2. Automatic Gate Opening for Car Arrival
Another big wishlist item is automatic gate opening when arriving by car.
I’d love to see an official Aqara solution for gate / driveway automation, including:
• Automatic gate opening when my car approaches home
• Integration with presence detection, geofencing, or Bluetooth/UWB
• Safe relay control for gate motors
• Full HomeKit / Matter automation support
• Reliable local operation (not cloud-dependent)
This would remove the need for remotes or manual triggers and make daily arrival truly seamless.
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Summary
• Smart lock three-position logic (LOCKED / CLOSED / OPEN)
• Firmware update for existing Aqara locks
• Better support for ball knob outside + lever inside doors
• Official automatic gate opening for cars
Thanks for listening — these features would greatly improve real-world usability of the Aqara ecosystem 
