Locks come in a variety of types and designs to meet a wide range of security needs. While many locks use a simple key-and-tumbler design, some locks use technology that is significantly more advanced ...

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For the tech-phobic, Kwikset’s Halo is the simplest yet most complete smart lock available. Halo can be opened/operated via a PIN code, an app, or a standard physical key, for those naturally wary of ...

Over the years, locks and security systems have evolved significantly. This is largely due to the fact that criminals also regularly up their game. This means that simple locks are no longer as ...

LAS VEGAS (January 8, 2019) – The Kwikset® brand of Spectrum Brands, Inc. – Hardware & Home Improvement Division introduces its first-ever Wi-Fi smart locks at CES 2019. Joining the brand’s ...

The Yale Assure Lock 2 series has integrated Bluetooth and Apple Home support, but the real magic comes from its swappable networking modules. There’s one for Z-Wave, one for Wi-Fi, and one for Matter ...

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Home security has advanced far beyond padlocks and deadbolts. Today, smart locks offer convenience and remote control, but their security depends on device design and configuration, as well as proper ...

Yale Locks & Hardware will be showcasing the new Yale nexTouch™ Keypad Access Lock. The ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certified nexTouch is a simple access control solution that provides stand-alone security to a ...

I’ve been testing the best smart locks for years, and while there’s been a lot of advancements when it comes to entry methods and design, one thing has stubbornly remained more or less the same: ...

Compared with standard locks, keyless locks are more convenient and secure. There are no physical keys to lose or would be thieves to copy. Nor is there an open keyway to pick from the outside. These ...