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I have tested many smart locks over the years. They all promise convenience but always fall short, with apps that look like they are stuck in 2013, poor battery life, and compatibility headaches. Avia ...

In this video, I demonstrate how to install the Schlage Connect keyless deadbolt on a standard door, in partnership with Home Depot. I also cover the top 5 FAQs about this smart lock, including ...

Xiaomi is quietly preparing to launch a new addition to its smart home lineup — and this one might be its most practical yet. The Xiaomi Self-Install Smart Lock has appeared on the company’s global ...

The global smart locks market is on track to witness an exceptional decade of growth, forecast to increase from USD 2.8 billion in 2025 to approximately USD 8.4 billion by 2035. This represents a 200% ...

Yale’s latest Smart Lock no longer bears the “Nest” tag, but Google Home still prefers it over other options. For the first time, it’s supported by just about any smart home ecosystem with Matter, an ...

The K1 can be opened using your fingerprint, a PIN code, a key, or TCL’s mobile app. The K1 can be opened using your fingerprint, a PIN code, a key, or TCL’s mobile app. is a senior reporter who’s ...

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 ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. There has never been a shortage of ways to make a front door smarter, but most of them asked homeowners to trade style for ...

Forget keys! The best smart locks we've tested are secure, easy to install, and provide several convenient ways to control who can access your home and when. I'm PCMag's managing editor for consumer ...

Kwikset predates smart lock technology and has been in the business of making locks for around 80 years. Has that long history allowed them to create the best smart locks? Or, would you be better off ...

The new flagship Level Lock Pro is hugely upgraded from the original, especially for Apple Home users who want to tap to enter their homes. The first Level Lock Plus shipped in 2022. The 2025 Level ...