Essentially, the new SimpliSafe Smoke & CO Alarm Listener expands the monitoring coverage of your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, so you’re always in the know about any issues or hazards – rather ...

Spokeo reports on smart home facial recognition technology, enhancing convenience but raising privacy concerns; adoption ...

LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. There has never been a shortage of ways to make a front door smarter, but most of them asked homeowners to trade style for ...

We asked our audience to weigh in on the manufacturers that provide the best home security—from cameras and smart locks to full systems—to help you find the peace of mind you deserve.

The $140 Eufy Security Smart Lock C34 is on sale at Amazon for $70, and it's an excellent way to modernize your home's ...

The new flagship Level Lock Pro is hugely upgraded from the original, especially for Apple Home users who want to tap to enter their homes. The first Level Lock Plus shipped in 2022. The 2025 Level ...

The Alfred DB2S isn’t much of a visual departure from the manufacturer’s earlier offerings, but it does offer some attractive new features, including a rechargeable battery and RFID support. Be ...

The Level Lock Pro is the best and most attractive smart lock you can buy, and its support for Matter means it can be seamlessly integrated into any smart home ecosystem. We’re longtime fans of Level ...

Since Apple introduced home key, it has quickly become one of the most important features for smart locks. Basic HomeKit support just doesn’t cut it anymore. Unlocking your front door with just a tap ...

Most homeowners place considerable faith in their deadbolts and security systems, believing these traditional measures provide adequate protection against intruders. While quality locks certainly ...

For more than 10 years Tyler has used his experience in smart home tech to craft how-to guides, explainers, and recommendations for technology of all kinds. From using his home in beautiful Bend, OR ...

GTCR has agreed to acquire SimpliSafe, a Boston-based maker of smart home security systems, from Hellman & Friedman. No financial terms were disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the ...