A dumb deadbolt? In this day and age? No, thank you. I want a smarter door, one that can detect when I leave and lock behind me, or unlock using any number of magical methods: phone, watch, ...

Ever found yourself fumbling for your keys in the rain, only to drop them in the dark? Ever wished to let your house helps into your home without giving them a physical key? Have you ever questioned ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart door locks are a pretty easy way you can add some smart technology to your home, and they come with an added benefit — you don't have to ...

The Wyze Lock Bolt v2 is proof you don’t need to spend a lot to get high-quality smart protection for your entry doors.

The Proscenic Smart Lock L60 delivers more convenience features than you might expect from such an inexpensive smart deadbolt (be aware that Wi-Fi connectivity costs extra). But if you have high ...

It was Arthur C. Clark who said, “Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” I think about that saying whenever I run across a gadget that really impresses me with a ...

If you're looking for an affordable and easy way to make your front door smart, the SwitchBot Lock Pro might be just the solution. The SwitchBot Lock Pro is the upgraded version of the original Lock, ...

The latest smart lock from Yale, the Smart Lock with Matter, isn’t just a minor refresh; it’s a complete reboot built around Matter, the smart home standard aiming to unify connected devices across ...

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Hagop is passionate about smart home products, especially when it comes to making life easier. He's always eager to try out new technologies to make life easier, in terms of cleaning, automation, and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Are smart locks worth the hype? If you're forgetful, have frequent ...