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09/03/2008, 8:15pm, EDT
Wednesday, September 3rd
Schlage unveils home locks controlled by web/mobile
Schlage today announced its new line of deadbolts, LiNK, that allow users to remotely control their home locks using an internet connection, even from mobile phones. The keyless locks use four-digit access codes that can be changed from the keypad or from a web browser. Limited access can be given to certain guests; the temporary codes are deleted after a set period of time.
Using the LiNK tools, the user can have text or email alerts when a certain code is used, or log the access details over time. The locks use Z-Wave communication, allowing integration with other home automation systems. The wireless bridge uses an Ethernet connection to plug into an internet router.
All communications with the web portal use SSL protection, while the wireless communications between the bridge and the lock use AEC 128 bit encryption. The Sclage LiNK starter kit will cost $300, including the lock, bridge, and light module. The subscription fee to use the online service is $13/month.
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are you kidding
$13/month so your door knob has access to the internet? Hell, home monitoring by a local security company doesn't cost much more than this. Plus $200 for the lock itself! This is just stupid expensive.
Schlage?
Actually, Guest, $200 for a GOOD quality security lock is cheap. Schlage locks are pretty crappy.
How long before some enterprising character figures out a way to hack the lock system?
i thought
it was a pretty cool idea until I saw the cost. RIPOFF. $13/month? WTF?
$200.00? No, it's $300.00
"Sclage LiNK starter kit will cost $300, including the lock, bridge, and light module.
Good idea
Wow, wifi in everything!
Unfortunately, having to register with the company, and the surprising monthly fee put a damper on the whole idea.
A Hackers Delight
Great! Now you have hackers who get into your computer, and this will let them into you house too. I'm sorry to say this is just a rather dumb idea for the security of a home.
I have a deadbolt that uses a finger print reader in addition to another lock with a key. I wouldn't trust an internet lock on a home at all. What I could see this being a use for would be a way to secure a door in the house, like a basement or a garage to keep the kids away from my Lamborghini.