A smart lock is one of my favorite suggestions for anyone's first home security device. They're constantly useful and offer apps filled with interesting features like geofencing and guest passes. But ...

I recently moved to the woods and am looking to make my cabin smart, so I’ve been on the lookout for smart home deals. Here are a couple that came across my desk today. Both the Aqara Smart Lock U300 ...

While a new smart lock may sound inviting, especially if your current lock isn't working right, you may be wondering about the costs. Sometimes hiring a locksmith can get pricey, but you probably have ...

As the smart home market has matured, the prices of smart home components have plummeted as manufacturers recovered their R&D costs—thanks early adopters! Meanwhile, a raft of new competitors has ...

A digital key standard from the folks that brought you Matter, Aliro introduces a universal system for smart locks.

I never understood the buzz behind smart locks until I got my first—and now, similar to how I rarely carry cash anymore, keys in my pockets have become a thing of the past. There are many different ...

What are you willing to give up for aesthetics? That’s the question when it comes to the Level Lock Pro, a premium, Matter-compatible smart lock that, from the outside, is nearly indistinguishable ...

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