The new Google Home app looks fancy, but it's still pretty barebones for me. It needs some crucial features to win me back ...

The rollout of HyperOS 3 will begin in October 2025, starting with the Xiaomi 15T Series. It will follow a phased soft ...

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 ...

Level has always impressed me with its smart locks that look just like normal home deadbolts, but house compact tech features include card-tapping access, app controls and Apple Home Key support. Its ...

Since Apple introduced home key, it has quickly become one of the most important features for smart locks. Basic HomeKit support just doesn’t cut it anymore. Unlocking your front door with just a tap ...

The new flagship Level Lock Pro is hugely upgraded from the original, especially for Apple Home users who want to tap to enter their homes. The first Level Lock Plus shipped in 2022. The 2025 Level ...

The rest of the smart home lineup will feel familiar, save for some new colors, internal tweaks and software features. The biggest change is that all of the new Nest devices built-in cameras will ...

Google has now committed to upgrades for its existing Home products after criticism from users shows how the service has become worse in recent years. With over a decade of experience reporting on ...

A smart lock offers convenience to busy households, allowing you to unlock your door without reaching into your pocket for that elusive key. Many can be unlocked by the proximity of a smartphone or ...

Home security has come a long way, from the traditional padlocks to smart home locks. Modern smart locks, such as video doorbells and fingerprint access, have proven more efficient, convenient, and ...

So, I installed a smart lock today and it didn't kill me. See, I'm the kind of handy that requires several broken things and many trips to the hardware store; I really only have a basic level of home ...

Google invested $100 million in Gentle Monster for a 4% stake, reinforcing its Android XR smart lens initiative against Meta’s efforts. This move signifies Google’s renewed push into smart glasses, ...