Post October 22, 2025 1 min read

Are Smart Locks Worth The Trouble

A lock is one of the few connected devices where a failure has real consequences, so I weigh it differently than a light bulb.

In this clip I go through what convinced me and what still gives me pause, without pretending there is one right answer for every front door.

My take is a personal one. Yours may differ depending on how your entrance is set up.

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