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When it comes to home security, smart locks remain one of the most widely adopted solutions and continue to evolve rapidly. While ultra-wideband (UWB) technology was a major highlight at CES 2026, ...

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 ...

For the past two weeks, I’ve been unlocking my front door without ever touching a keypad, fingerprint reader, smartphone, or physical key, thanks to a new smart lock. It’s the first lock I’ve ...

The cross-platform protocol will bring NFC and UWB unlocking to more smart locks and support both Apple and Android devices. The cross-platform protocol will bring NFC and UWB unlocking to more smart ...

Pawport Smart Pet Door is available in three sizes and retrofits over existing pet doors but offers a full suite of data tracking and metrics to ensure your pet stays safe and intruders are kept out.

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Smart home devices are no longer limited to lights, speakers, or thermostats. Home security is of utmost importance today, and one of the most practical innovations in this regard is the smart lock.