Encode is ideal for those who want a WiFi lock that works remotely, without the hassle of a smart home hub. Its price tag is a little higher, but it has the high quality look and security of the other … Continue reading →

Apple in iOS 13 introduced HomeKit Secure Video, an API that uses the ?iPad?, ?Apple TV?, or ?HomePod? to analyze video captured by compatible smart home cameras right in your home. Does iPhone have HomeKit? What is HomeKit on the … Continue reading →

When You Should Change the Locks Whenever safety and security are at risk, we recommend changing the locks or having the locks rekeyed. The most common situations requiring the locks to be changed include: When you have purchased a new … Continue reading →

Setting up Camera Push Notifications on your smartphone Download and install the SimpliSafe App from the app store if you don’t already have it. Open the SimpliSafe Smartphone App and tap the ? icon at the upper left, and select … Continue reading →

The Blue by ADT security system doesn’t support Apple’s HomeKit platform (at least not yet), but it does work with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant voice commands, and it supports IFTTT applets that allow it to interact with other smart … Continue reading →

Please remove the keypad from the system in the device settings menu, then initialise the keypad as follows: Press panic button A, then 0000. The LED will flash continuously on the Key Pad. Press panic button A, followed by 7. … Continue reading →

To add a shortcut: On your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, open the Shortcuts app. Tap the Gallery tab. Under Shortcuts from Your Apps, tap See All to see actions from different apps. Tap Add next to a shortcut that … Continue reading →

Anyone can unlock your iPhone with Siri.Even if the phone is locked just say “Siri, who owns this phone?” and she’ll say their name along with other information such as an email address and phone number. It’s a setting that … Continue reading →

All of Schlage’s mechanical deadbolts are graded Best in Security, Durability and Finish (AAA). What grade are Schlage deadbolts? Schlage mechanical deadbolts and F-series handlesets are graded AAA in residential Security, Durability and Finish. Are Schlage locks Pickable? You can … Continue reading →

Energizer L91SBP-4 AA Batteries. 9.75 / 10. POWEROWL AA Rechargeable Batteries. 9.15 / 10. AmazonBasics 4 Pack AA High-Performance Alkaline Batteries. 9.87 / 10. Duracell-CopperTop AA Alkaline Batteries. AmazonBasics AA Rechargeable Batteries. Panasonic BK-3MCCA4BA Eneloop AA. Energizer AA Batteries. Anker … Continue reading →

Follow these steps to program a key fob at home: Replace the batteries inside the key fobs. Get inside the car. Turn on the ignition. Press the lock button on the remote key. Listen for a Lock Sound. Programming additional … Continue reading →

Hive works seamlessly with HomeKit, Apple’s smart home platform, giving you complete control of all your smart home devices via the Apple Home app and Siri. HomeKit lets you control your Heating, Lights, and Plugs simply by asking Siri. Does … Continue reading →

With the upgrade to iOS 13 or iOS 14, all iPhone 7 and newer can read and write an NFC Tags. The NFC behavior of iPhones updated to iOS 13 (and later) is very similar to that of Android smartphones: … Continue reading →

Devices that will support iOS 14, iPadOS 14 iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max 12.9-inch iPad Pro iPhone 8 Plus iPad (5th gen) iPhone 7 iPad Mini (5th gen) iPhone 7 Plus iPad Mini 4 iPhone 6S iPad Air … Continue reading →

How to Cast Video From Your iPhone to Your TV Using AirPlay Load the content on your iPhone that you want to send to your TV. Look for an AirPlay button in the app, which might be in the Share … Continue reading →