Quick setup, hassle-free entry, and a killer app—that’s all I could ask for (and no more than I wanted) from a smart lock.

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 ...

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 ...

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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 ...

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 ...

After my Schlage Encode Plus review, I concluded that it was the most full-featured smart lock that I’d tried thus far. With standard HomeKit support in tow, in addition to new NFC-powered Apple home ...

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On the eve of CES 2022, Schlage unveiled an updated version of the Encode smart lock that ties in Apple Home Keys. The Schlage Encode Plus Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt will work with Apple's Home Key feature ...

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 ...