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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Tim Heffernan Tim Heffernan is a writer who covers air and water quality and ...

Smart locks offer app-based features for deadbolts, retrofits, levers and more: Here's how you should choose the right one. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, ...

Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

When it comes to home design, door handles are often overlooked. However, they play a crucial role in both aesthetics and ...

[HSP] got tired of locking his door with a key, so he decided to upgrade to a keypad system which he’s designed himself. It uses an Arduino Mega with the standard 44780 display, a standard keypad, and ...

Would you be surprised to learn that the first mechanical lock and key were invented about the same time as the first message encoding keys? Mechanical security keys, for doors, gates, living spaces, ...