When employing electromagnetic locks, doors generally do not have a door-mounted manual latch release. Because of the absence of a manual latch release, the NFPA has established The Life Safety Code 7 ...

The house key is one of those things you often search for when your hands are full. Smart locks promise relief here and aim ...

Finding and installing the right keyless door lock depends on whether you already have smart home security, your Wi-Fi ...

New insights into how smart digital locks, biometric access, and connected door security systems are reshaping modern ...

If your smart lock is connected to a voice assistant, be sure to use a PIN to unlock it with voice commands. It's a stretch, but it is possible to create workarounds with IFTTT to avoid using the PIN.

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 ...

A smart lock offers convenience to busy households, allowing you to unlock your door without reaching into your pocket for that elusive key. Many can be unlocked by the proximity of a smartphone or ...

Many of the deadbolt locks tested by Consumer Reports lack the level of protection you might want or expect. In our labs, a few well-placed kicks or a couple of minutes under assault from a cordless ...

In recent years, concerns about school safety have intensified, prompting educators and administrators to seek effective ways to protect students and staff from a variety of threats. From active ...