Your front door lock is your first line of defense from the outside world. It’s also the piece of home security you use more than any other. If your lock hasn’t been replaced in a while—or if it’s the ...

Compared with standard locks, keyless locks are more convenient and secure. There are no physical keys to lose or would be thieves to copy. Nor is there an open keyway to pick from the outside. These ...

The home automation sector's move to the mainstream has introduced consumers to innovative new products from startups and industry stalwarts alike, one being the Kevo lock from Kwikset, a ...

Smart door locks can save you time searching all over for your keys or even making sure everyone has one. Often starting with an electronic keypad lock as its base, this type of lock can offer a range ...

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There’s a growing number of new locks seeking to smarten up your front door. The newest from Yale is a keyless deadbolt that brings near-field communication (NFC) into the mix. Newly announced at the ...

A: Unless you're considering a traditional deadbolt that features a multi-lock system, the bolts in keyless locks and deadbolts are essentially the same. With that said, you may want to join the folks ...

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Touch pad electronic deadbolts are the latest solution to avoiding the hassles of using and sharing keys. The ability to create two access codes, one to be used by residents and the other to be given ...

Here’s a mechanical invention that could improve your quality of life: the Turner Keyless Locking Deadbolt, which can be locked from the outside without a key. Turn a small collar around the lock on ...