The Connectivity Standards Alliance has officially launched Aliro 1.0, a new access control standard backed by Apple, Google ...

Smart locks that supplement or replace your front door deadbolt do much more than lock and unlock your door without a key. Most smart locks (and all of the locks on our top picks list) let you receive ...

Amazon's Alexa digital assistant has a new smart-home capability: It can now unlock smart locks with a voice command. Amazon's assistant already had the capability to lock many smart locks. But ...

— -- A crucial but unnoticed tool in our everyday lives, keys grant us access to protected valuables. This week's tools help you better understand the nature of locks and keys. SimpliciKey These ...

If you’ve ever struggled to pull out your key from the bottom of your handbag while juggling groceries and kids, worried about how the pet sitter is going to get in while you’re on vacation or rushed ...

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 ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Jon Chase Jon Chase is an editor of smart-home coverage. For Wirecutter, he ...

The aim of smart home products and home automation is to make your life simpler. With connected products in your home, you don't need to worry about mundane tasks like turning off all the lights ...

In fact, there are several approaches to getting through a locked door that isn’t destructive. From resetting interior door locks to picking a lock, there are several things you can try before you ...