Ever wonder how difficult it would be to unlock those sliding chain locks common to hotels, dorm rooms, and apartments? If you've got a rubber band, apparently it's not that difficult at all. Blogger ...

I partnered with Home Depot to show the Schlage connect keyless door lock. I show the keyless deadbolt installation on my own door and also answer the top 5 questions I got about the Schlage smart ...

Thinking about adding a smart lock to your home? Once you’ve installed a smart lock, you’ll wonder how you ever lived without the device. A good smart lock will add layers of security to your house, ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Installing door locks can be more challenging than you might think. Most modern doors are quite thin, and it's all too easy to accidentally ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. SwitchBot, the company that makes tiny robotic fingers to press your switches for you, is branching further into ...

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 Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. A smart lock is a door access mechanism that uses a technology ...