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I’ve been working with computers for ages, starting with a multi-year stint in purchasing for a major IBM reseller in New York City before eventually landing at PCMag (back when it was still in print ...

A nice perk of being a reviewer is that I can try different gadgets and then choose one one that’s right for me. I’ve used smart deadbolt locks for almost 10 years now, and I love the convenience of ...

Eufy’s fingerprint-reading lock needs some more refinement to become a top pick, but it’s darn close. When we first reviewed Eufy’s inaugural Smart Lock Touch last year, it was clear the company had ...

One huge advantage that you get with smart locks vs. conventional deadbolts is that you never have to carry a physical key. Instead, many smart locks have keypads for PINs and/or electronic keys, ...

Carrying a physical key could be bothersome for some people. You have to pay attention not to lose it. And if it gets lost, you wouldn’t be able to get into the house. Even if you are careful enough ...

A smart lock offers the benefits of a conventional deadbolt without the need to carry a physical key. Instead, many smart locks have keypads for PINs and/or electronic keys, where the “key” lives in ...

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. Anker’s smart home brand Eufy Security today launched its latest product on Kickstarter. The $399 ...

We independently review everything we recommend. We may make money from the links on our site. Learn more› By Jon Chase Jon Chase is an editor of smart-home coverage. For Wirecutter, he learned how to ...