Most Schlage products receive a AAA, which means they have received the best possible grades in Security, Durability and Finish.So regardless of what kind of lock you buy, you know you’ll be getting a product that has been tested against … Continue reading →

Bluetooth-based keyless systems use a smartphone’s Bluetooth connectivity instead of the conventional 315/434 MHz RF employed by ordinary key fobs.When the smartphone goes out of range and the system becomes disconnected, the doors are locked again. Can I put my … Continue reading →

Thumb turn cylinders use a key on the exterior side of the door and a thumb turn on the interior side. They are a good security solution as residents can lock and unlock their doors without the need for a … Continue reading →

One way to check your front or back door locks are conforming to BS3621 is to look for the British Standard Kitemark (BSI) on the faceplate of the lock. The faceplate of the lock is viewable when you open the … Continue reading →

SmartKey is pick-resistant and passes the highest test standard against lock picking—UL 437. SmartKey provides the flexibility to re-key your locks, yourself, in seconds, as frequently as you wish. If you lose a key or loan out a key that … Continue reading →

To optimize August Connect’s always-on connection, one August Connect is currently needed for each August Smart Lock. Does each August LOCK need its own connect? Does the August Connect work with multiple locks? Unfortunately, each August lock does require a … Continue reading →

A Yale Connect Bridge is needed for remote operability and to receive alerts of events such as manual locking and unlocking, Auto-Lock and Keypad operations, when you’re away from home.Yale Connect Bridge supports 802.11b/g/n (2.4 GHz) Wi-Fi networks. What does … Continue reading →

Brass and bronze are both metal alloys, which means they are a combination of two or more different metals. Brass is composed of copper and zinc, whereas bronze is made up of copper and tin, sometimes with other elements such … Continue reading →

Despite the poor perception, Master locks are not designed to be high security products. They are low cost, low to average security products, and are sufficient for most consumers. However, for high security requirements, one should not choose Master lock. … Continue reading →

The iPhone 5 supports 72Mbps at 2.4 GHz, but 150Mbps at 5GHz. Most of Apple’s computers have two antennas, so they can do 144Mbps at 2.4GHz and 300Mbps at 5GHz.And sometimes devices or computers get stuck on the 2.4GHz band … Continue reading →

[Update: Available] Google Home app is now able to unlock Nest smart locks.When enabled, tapping the icon for your lock will open up the page below which shows the status of the lock. From there, you can lock or unlock … Continue reading →

It isn’t the structure of a PIN (length, complexity) that makes it better than a password, it’s how it works, according to Microsoft. In theory, because PINs are tied to a device they are considered safer. Is PIN login secure? … Continue reading →

Auto-Lock is the amount of time that elapses before the iPad turns off the display and you have to swipe the screen to resume. Choose Settings > General > Auto-Lock. Auto-Lock can be set up to 15 minutes. Please note … Continue reading →

It is highly recommended to shut all bedroom entries each night while sleeping. Closed doors slow the spread of flames and smoke in case of fire. They also help block noises that can inhibit a good night’s sleep.While the choice … Continue reading →

The most common are 2 3/8 inches and 2 3/4 inches, but some hardware can fit multiple backsets. Make sure the hardware you select fits your door. For more help, see Determine the Backset of Your Door. How do I … Continue reading →