A healthy inventory of biometric smart locks — with or without physical keys — can improve security for customers looking for the convenience of a fingerprint sensor.

You don't need Alexa or Google to run your smart home.

Abstract: In the ever-evolving field of mechatronics control systems, smart door lock system presents a unique opportunity to explore the integration of various technologies for intelligent access ...

Smart home frameworks, broadly speaking, are meant to give you a greater degree of control over the features and functions of your home via interconnected devices. No matter how prevalent smart home ...

Lockin is launching the V7 Max smart lock this year, which was unveiled at CES 2026. The smart lock features a unique charging technology that eliminates the need for disposable and rechargeable ...

Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker face off in one of Lego's new Smart Play sets (Nathan Ingraham for Engadget) Lego’s Smart Play system announced at CES 2026 earlier this week is a new embrace of digital ...

The S150 Max combines a smart lock with a video doorbell system built for total awareness at the door. Its dual-camera design helps families see more—reducing blind spots for visitors and ...

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 ...

If you have your iPhone or Apple Watch with Home Key enabled, just walk up to the door and U400 unlocks. The new Aqara Smart Lock U400 deadbolt uses ultra-wideband technology to unlock your door ...

This budget smart lock doesn’t skimp on features, although reservations over the robustness of it hardware keep us from making a strong recommendation for it. TCL jumped into the smart lock market ...

The Tapo DL110 delivers a reliable and polished daily experience for homeowners. While installation requires more precise alignment than other models we’ve tested, the lock delivers an impressive ...