You don't have to buy an expensive security system to ward off home invaders. These inexpensive alarms and locks may work ...

As a mom to six kids in rural Nebraska, it’s been hard for me to accept that the world is changing. Except for a few years in Omaha, I’ve lived in small rural communities almost all my life. It’s ...

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LA Times Studios may earn commission from purchases made through our links. There has never been a shortage of ways to make a front door smarter, but most of them asked homeowners to trade style for ...

“There is a time for daring and there is a time for caution, and a wise man understands which is called for." That famous line from the 1989 movie “Dead Poets Society” rings true in many ways. Taking ...

In this video, I install a Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt to expand my collection of home automated devices. The installation also includes a matching entry door handle and a Ring Smart Doorbell ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart Locks are slowly becoming must-have options for smart home fans. They offer the typical deadbolt security of a regular lock while giving ...

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This pricey lock supports both Wi-Fi and Matter connections, and while Matter improves battery life, it also removes some key features. Matter over Thread continues to work its way into the smart lock ...

Building a solid home security system requires multiple products working in tandem, though not all upgrades need to fall into the high-tech category. For example ...

Security is not something to be taken lightly. For protection these days, it’s a smart move to lock your doors, even when you’re in your house. Deadbolts are essential security devices. In most cases, ...