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Engadget takes Unikey's iPhone assisted keyless entry for a spin

by John-Michael Bond (May 22nd, 2013)

We're still a few years away from the self-opening home front door of the Jetsons. But that's okay -- we're making progress. A few weeks ago we told you about Unikey and Kwikset's Kevo, a keyless entry system for your own front door. Now the fine folks at Engadget have had a chance to work with ...

Scout sensors, app jump start your home protection

by Steven Sande (Apr 2nd, 2013)

There's a rather nifty crowdfunded project that aims to deliver a "roll-your-own" home security system this August. Using the Selfstarter code available on Github, the Scout Alarm project has so far pulled in almost 800 backers and more than $211,000 in funding. The project is designed to "make ...

Lockitron plans to help you unlock your door with your phone

by Megan Lavey-Heaton (Oct 3rd, 2012)

Keyless entry using your iPhone isn't a new thing, but Lockitron has introduced a system that allows keyless entry for your home with some extras geared toward the iPhone. With the US$149 Lockitron, a box fits over your existing deadbolt and allows you to manage your door locks from anywhere ...

Belkin's WeMo: iPhone-based home automation with a taste of IFTTT

by Steven Sande (Aug 10th, 2012)

In my futuristic dreams, I'm able to control everything in my house from my iPhone. That dream might not be too far off, thanks to the Belkin WeMo system. The WeMo currently consists of two hardware devices -- a Wi-Fi equipped power switch/outlet and a Wi-Fi equipped motion sensor -- plus a ...

Turn your iOS device and Logitech Alert into a home security system

by Megan Lavey-Heaton (Jun 25th, 2011)

This is a really neat way to use your iPad. Gear Diary received the Logitech Alert for review, which allows creation of a do-it-yourself indoor or outdoor security system. When you're all set, download the free Logitech Alert app, and you are ready to monitor your home or business when you're ...

Home security on your iPhone

by Lauren Hirsch (Jan 24th, 2010)

We all know how the iPhone can secure itself, but you can get it to secure your entire house as well. A while back, I briefly toyed with the idea of going without a landline. It's an alluring prospect, and strikes me as satisfyingly post-modern. But one thing held me back: my home security ...