The Connectivity Standards Alliance, which includes Apple, today released the Aliro 1.0 specification. Aliro is a new standard aimed at improving the way that smart door locks work with smartphones ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Many front doors have two locking mechanisms — a deadbolt and a knob or level. There are now many smart deadbolts that allow you to use ...

Silicon Labs (NASDAQ: SLAB), a leader in low-power wireless connectivity, today announced that Durin, Inc. has selected the Silicon Labs MG24 wireless SoC as the secure, multiprotocol foundation for ...

This oversize clone of the August Pro works just as well, and costs a fraction of the price. A smart lock that got its start via an Indiegogo campaign that raised nearly $270,000, the new Bosma Aegis ...

In Should This Thing Be Smart?, Justin Peters examines a smart object and tries to determine whether there is any good reason for its existence. Previously on Should This Thing Be Smart?: the $60 ...

Ever found yourself fumbling for your keys in the rain, only to drop them in the dark? Ever wished to let your house helps into your home without giving them a physical key? Have you ever questioned ...

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 ...

Homes are getting smarter, and the front door is no exception. Not that long ago, a good door was just a simple piece of material, hinges, and a strong lock. Today, there's far more that goes into it.

Smart locks, strangely enough, are one of the best entry points into home automation. They add function and style to something every house has: a front door. Locks designed to work with voice ...

School safety remains top of mind as we continue to grapple with the horrific events that strike our schools and impact our lives on what seems to be a regular occurrence. Continuing and reinforcing ...