Xiaomi is quietly preparing to launch a new addition to its smart home lineup — and this one might be its most practical yet. The Xiaomi Self-Install Smart Lock has appeared on the company’s global ...

One of the primary reasons people opt for a smart lock is the convenience of unlocking a door without requiring a key to do so. Most smart locks instead use PIN codes, fingerprint recognition, or ...

These days, the front door is constantly opening and closing–letting in family members, friends, neighbors, and helping hands. The latest smart lock from Level is the key to home security. It’s ...

An ascendant faction within the North Dakota Republican Party has found success in seizing party leadership position by locking out voters they don't like. In Grand Forks, recently, they failed. The ...

When it comes to door locks, the choices are vast, each offering different levels of security and convenience. Traditional door locks, including mechanical deadbolts and mortise locks, have been the ...

The Yale Approach uses part of your existing deadbolt, which is great news for renters who don't want to make major changes. You'll also get to use your existing keys to unlock the deadbolt, which can ...

Smart locks have certainly elevated the way we enter our homes. But while smart locks and other smart home devices can make your home more secure and offer some level of convenience, they're not ...

Smart home tech isn't just here to make your life easier; it's also a tangible upgrade to your home's security. Devices like video doorbell cameras and connected locks offer extra peace of mind when ...

If you’ve ever checked in to AirBnB or some private accommodation, there’s a good chance you weren’t given a key, but rather, a code. When you checked out, the lock slid shut and probably sent the ...

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 ...