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A smart lock is a connected home device that uses Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to replace traditional keys, letting you lock or unlock your door with a tap on your phone or a quick voice command. Many models ...

Yale is releasing its new Smart Lock with Matter support. The lock can be set up and operated entirely within Google Home. Operation requires the use of a Matter hub with a Thread border router. How ...

Google's annual I/O developer conference is coming up on May 20—and all signs point to it being a big one. It's where we typically learn everything new coming to Android, Google's Gemini artificial ...

Home security has come a long way, from the traditional padlocks to smart home locks. Modern smart locks, such as video doorbells and fingerprint access, have proven more efficient, convenient, and ...

The ULTRALOQ Bolt NFC smart lock now offers seamless tap-to-unlock for Android users, mirroring the convenience of Apple Home Key, via a free software update. The upgrade makes the lock a universal ...

When Nuki launched its Smart Lock in the US, it introduced a $5.90/month Nuki Premium subscription. Some critical connectivity features like Wi-Fi support and notifications were paywalled behind ...

The Aqara U400 uses UWB to unlock your door before you even reach for the handle. It’s the hands-free Home Key experience ...

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