TCL expands its smart lock line with new Matter-over-Thread models

Better known for its smart TVs than its smart home products, TCL has nonetheless impressed us with its highly affordable ...

I tested Apple’s hands-free Home Key — and it’s a big upgrade

The U400 ($269.99) is the first to support Apple’s Home Key’s hands-free unlocking. This uses the U1 ultra-wideband (UWB) ...

Aqara Smart Lock U400 launches with Apple Wallet support for fully automatic unlocking

The Aqara Smart Lock U400 has been launched today at CES with support for the Home key feature in Apple Wallet. This means ...
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Aqara Smart Lock U400 Brings Hands-Free Precision to Home Access at CES 2026

Aqara Smart Lock U400 revealed at CES 2026 is a hands-free home access device that’s compatible on multiple platforms.

Lockly launches Matter-compatible Affirm smart lock series at CES

Lockly’s new smart lock series (deadbolt and latch models) features an integrated doorbell, Wi-Fi connectivity, Matter over ...
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Level Lock had hidden Thread radio, will support Matter over Thread

Unbeknownst to buyers, Level included a secret Thread radio in all of its well-reviewed smart locks that will soon be updated to support Matter. In a statement to The Verge, Level Home CTO Ken Goto ...
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Loctite Facts

Thread-locking compounds made by Loctite, Permatex and other companies all work pretty much the same: they are anaerobic compounds that cure/harden in the absence of oxygen. If you apply ...