We are entering an age where technology is advancing into every part of our lives. Now we can upgrade our homes and business with locking systems that have advanced technology too. Where at first these more advanced locks were only available to the wealthy and famous, they are now becoming more affordable to everyone. Texan Lock and Key will talk about the advanced door locks that make your home a smart home.
How Smart Door Locks Work
Today’s electronic door lock has more then one way to gain entry into your home. One method is RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) biometric finger printing, another is keypad and bluetooth. The first generation electronic locks used a keypad with a pin number or pass code to unlock the door. However key pads are still are being commonly used today, with the more modern keypad that is more of a touch screen rather then a keypad. The touch screen seems to give better security and prevent more burglars and break in the old keypads. The RFID locks use a key fob (a key fob is a type of security token) or card to gain entry. A bluetooth lock uses a similar form of key fob or card but instead your smartphone is the key. As you approach the door, the bluetooth lock senses your phone and automatically unlocks the door. Both RFID locks and bluetooth locks has a secondary way to gain entry, each brand will vary. However this will help you still get inside your home if your batteries or phone gets lost. The finger printing lock is just that use program your fingerprint and the fingerprint of other who is allowed to gain entry into your home.
Top Electronic Smart Door Locks
Kwikset – is a popular lock brand that you will in many homes. They have a new keyless smart lock. The newer Kwikset locks haves combination of both looks of a conventional keyed locks with the benefits of high-tech functionality as well. Kwikset higher need model locks is iOS and Android compatible. Using a similar technology as a bluetooth, you do not need to rely on an internet connection. As you approach your door the Kwikset lock will sense your phone and unlock it for you. Kwikset provides a app to your phone that will allow you to monitor who is coming and going form your home. This provides many parents with eases to know if their kids made it home form school safely. Kwikset comes with a program eKeys, which allows an unlimited number of guests to again entry into your home. This is also great for those who change or loses their phones.
Samsung – has jump onto the market with their smart lock system as well. These lock is a great addition to Samsung’s smart home security solutions. Samsung has a home security program that has video cameras, security sensors, and now you can add a smart door lock that all connects together. Similar to the Kwikset apps, you can monitor every one coming and goings from your home through your smartphone and your security system. If you don’t have Samsung’s full security smart home system you still have many option with stand alone security door lock. Many of Samsungs options include pass codes, finger prints, smart tag (or key fob), and RF cards. With an added feature that the door will automatically lock s you leave.
SoHoMiLL YL99 Keyless Electronic Keypad lock – is more of the simpler smart door locking systems on the market. For those who are not technologically advance or looking of some a little bit more affordable this is the lock. These lock don’t offer Bluetooth technology but still is a high rating electric lock. The SoHoMiLL YL 99 uses an electronic keypad that can hold up to eight different pass codes for multiple users. The main home owner will have the aster code that can change and control the number of pass codes. This lock is great for vacations homes that the home owner rents out to many people. These lock comes with a low-battery indicator allowing you to now if the batteries are running low. These lock also have an automatic timer of 3 seconds that will automatically lock the door once it been open and closed.
Smart Lock Systems IN KILLEEN, AUSTIN, SAN ANTONIO, ROUND ROCK, SAN MARCOS, FRISCO, NEW BRAUNFELS & HOUSTON TEXAS
Smart lock is a great time saver for many people, you can say, good by to that ever growing key-ring. Many provide the peace of mind that the door is locks in the event you where in a hurry to leave. If you are looking to update your home or business with an electrical locking system these are a few of the top rated locks to choose from. If you want to upgrade your home lock, you can ask Texan Lock & Key to come out and do a full inspection of your current lock and give you the best options to beef up your home’s security. Call us for all your locksmith needs!
