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Up until now, only worked with standard deadbolts. Not anymore. The startup today announced a $100 August Smart Lock Mortise Kit for integration with mortise-style deadbolts. The $229 August Smart ...

The Defiant Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt is a simple smart lock, with the features most users want. It looks great, with a clean, smart design. It’s easy to install, with clear instructions and all the screws ...

Installing high-quality deadbolts and door locks on all your home's exterior door entry points is an essential first line of defense in deterring intruders. While no lock is ever 100 percent ...

Maintaining a truly smart home takes more than simply connecting to a digital assistant and a voice-activated speaker. Smart locks—or smart deadbolts, more accurately—streamline your daily routine and ...

Are double-keyed deadbolts legal? Are they safer? More secure? Great questions. First, let's define a double-keyed deadbolt. It's a deadbolt that locks from the inside and the outside with a key. This ...