If you aren't sure where to start with home security or smart home tech, a smart lock is one of my favorite entry points. I can control mine with an app, send over temporary passes to friends and set ...

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Smart locks are a powerful way to enhance your front door security, and few products are as popular as the Yale Assure Lock 2 and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Both are quite expensive (carrying price tags ...

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We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. One of the benefits of technological advancements is that home security has completely leveled up. Today, most homes are equipped with various ...

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Ecobee’s app now integrates smart locks from Yale and August, enabling users to control their doorbell and lock from the same app. Airbnb will soon let hosts send you smart lock codes through its app.

Note that if you have multiple August smart locks, you will need a Connect Wi-Fi bridge for each unit you want to manage remotely. You should also keep in mind that the smart lock isn’t compatible ...