A smart lock sounded complicated and risky, but installing one proved easier—and more life-changing—than I ever expected.

Regardless of the reason, you my find yourself in a situation where you need to secure a door but cannot install a standard ...

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Two-way audio is standard on most consumer security cameras these days. Most people try it once, talk to their dog through ...

The first step in installing a wired video doorbell – or any type on this list – is to turn off the power to your existing doorbell. This is for your safety and can be done via your fuse box. Once the ...

While it's technically possible to use WD-40 on your garage door, there's actually a much better option that's a tailor-made ...

With the ability to increase the convenience and security of your entryway, a smart lock is arguably the most important part of a connected home. There's no shortage of options, from fully installed ...

Samsung Good Lock is an app with several downloadable utilities — or modules — that can customize your device or provide additional functionality. In short, Good Lock is a customization suite that ...

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