Smart locks are an increasingly common sight around neighborhoods. These gadgets bring some modern amenities to your front door, letting you eschew your traditional key to operate your deadbolt with a ...

Explore the mechanics of a lock in this 3D animation, detailing how various components work together to secure and unlock ...

Almost everyone has experienced fumbling for keys in the dark, misplacing a set right before leaving the house, or worrying about who might have a copy. Traditional keys come with real drawbacks. They ...

I’ve always wondered: Are keys really truly unique? Eventually, somewhere, my house key has to work on another house, right? Your key will probably work on another home — and another person’s key ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Powered by ultra-wideband, the next generation of smart locks will turn your phone into a key — that you never ...

With how much it costs to buy and insure a car, you might not want to spend extra on anything else. But even the nicest neighborhoods aren't immune from the threat of theft, especially if you own a ...

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