We weigh up the advantages and disadvantages of using a smart lock over a traditional key-based security system.

The Bolt NFC Smart Lock enables fast, key-free entry with a simple tap using an iPhone, Apple Watch, or NFC-enabled Android ...

Philips just launched a slew of new products, headlined by the Philips Home Access 5000 Series Palm Recognition Smart Lock. The device works not just with a physical key, PIN code, or Philips mobile ...

Philips launched its 3000 Series Wi-Fi Retrofit Smart Lock in 2024. Compared to other smart locks, the Philips 3000 Series ...

Design was another key factor; they wanted to get rid of clunky external hardware and hubs. August locks have always been ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about commercial cinema technology and smart-home tech. Forget your finger, with its Smart Lock D2 Pro, TCL wants you to ...

The Aqara Smart Lock U300 isn’t a deadbolt but rather a lever lock. This opens the door for a different use case than the usual, but some quirks and bugs prevent us from giving it an enthusiastic ...

Wi-Fi-enhanced smart locks were made for those prone to forgetting their keys at the worst moments—for instance, with kids or melting ice cream in tow—as they offer access through an app, a keypad or ...

When I installed the SwitchBot Lock Pro on my front door last year, it quickly became one of my favorite smart home upgrades. It was renter-friendly, worked with my existing deadbolt, and – with the ...

So, you’ve decided the time has come to upgrade the first layer of your home’s security—the deadbolt lock on your door—to a smart model. The next step is to decide if you should replace the entire ...