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App Development Case · Smart Hardware IoT

Kennel Release Smart Kennel Lock App

Custom-built by Jiabei Software for SCOTT GARDNER DESIGN LLC’s Kennel Release smart kennel lock product line — control and share your kennel lock easily from one phone with a single tap.

Project Overview

The client wanted users to reliably manage kennel locks from mobile devices without complicated registration. The core requirement focuses on one-tap control and simple sharing. We delivered a lightweight control App for both iOS and Android.

Client Requirements

Dedicated companion control App for the smart kennel lock hardware

Out-of-box experience with no registration or complex setup

Support family sharing for one lock and multi-device management

Real-time lock status synced to the cloud

What We Delivered

BLE provisioning + cloud binding: complete onboarding in three steps

One-tap lock / unlock home screen with clear status display

QR code binding & sharing for household co-management

Device settings: auto-relay delay, unbind, firmware info

Core Features

Designed for simplicity, reliability and sharing

Bluetooth device search screen
BLE Provisioning

Easy Setup · BLE One-Tap Binding

Tap “Start Search” to discover nearby devices on first use. Complete BLE connection → Wi-Fi configuration → cloud binding in roughly 2 minutes. No manual device ID entry. 2.4GHz Wi‑Fi only supported.

Unlock control home screen
One-Tap Lock Control

One-Tap Lock / Unlock · Clear Live Status

The home dashboard features one large action button: OPEN shown in solid teal when unlocked, CLOSE as grey outline when locked. Current status updates instantly and syncs to cloud for remote monitoring.

Scan QR to bind device
Family Sharing

QR Binding · Household Member Sharing

Already-online devices can be added by scanning QR codes for family co-management. A dedicated sharing QR is available in device settings; scan from another phone to join without reconfiguring.

Device settings page
Device Management

Multi-Lock Management & Settings

Switch between multiple kennel locks from the top dropdown; indicator dots show online status. Configure auto-lock delay (default 10 mins), unbind devices and view firmware details. Manage all locks centrally from one phone.

Screenshots

Actual UI and delivery preview

Unlocked state
Unlocked State
Locked state
Locked State
Add device entry
Add Device
BLE device search
BLE Provisioning
Wi-Fi configuration
Wi-Fi Setup
Cloud binding progress
Cloud Binding Progress
Scan QR for sharing
QR Sharing & Binding
Device settings
Device Settings

Technical Highlights

Design choices focused on stability and usability

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No-Registration Flow

Open and use immediately, no account required to lower onboarding friction.

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BLE Provisioning

BLE discovers devices and sends Wi-Fi credentials; 2.4GHz band only.

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Cloud Binding

Automatically registers to cloud after Wi-Fi connected, no manual input.

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Real-Time Status Sync

Lock state updates instantly, consistent between mobile App and hardware.

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Multi-Device Control

Manage multiple kennel locks in one App with clear online indicators.

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Family Access Sharing

Invite household members by QR code for shared pet kennel management.

Use Cases

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Household Shared Access

Spouse or family members scan and use instantly, remote kennel release without repeat setup.

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Kennel / Breeding Facility

Monitor and control many kennel locks centrally from a single phone.

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Pet Boarding & Training

Remote release and configurable auto-lock delay to reduce on-site visits.