Smart devices are here to stay. Not only do they add extra functionality and accessibility to your house, but they can also offer extra security. Have you ever left your house and wondered if you ...

Very good on its own, but software configuration when pairing with other smart home systems and devices—including Key by Amazon—can be a bewildering experience. Those are some great features, but I ...

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Back at CES 2022, Schlage introduced the Encode Plus deadbolt, the first smart lock in North America to support Apple's home key feature that lets you unlock your door via NFC just by using an iPhone ...

The Schlage Encode WiFi BE489WB-CAM-619 is part of the Door Locks test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Smart Lock models like the Encode WiFi BE489WB-CAM-619 are rated on multiple ...

Less is more. It's an age-old design concept and one that I'm happy to see reflected in a few new Wi-Fi smart locks on the market. Ditching hubs and adapters feels like the way forward with smart ...

As first announced at WWDC 2021, iOS 15 evolves Apple Wallet to store keys for hotels, homes, and even cars. The Schlage Encode Plus is the first such consumer lock solution to take advantage of the ...

You may be surprised to learn that long-range wireless power is here and if you have a Schlage smart lock it means you won't ever have to replace the batteries. Neat.

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Schlage's latest smart deadbolt ditches hubs for good. The Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt doesn't need the Schlage Sense Wi-Fi Adapter or a smart home hub. It connects to your home's Wi-Fi.