The first lock to support Home Key in the US is now available: the Schlage Encode Plus. I’ll cover everything from the installation to the features, plus everything I love and everything I don’t love about using this smart lock with HomeKit.
Schlage Encode Plus: https://geni.us/ScEncodePlus
I spent days going hands-on with the latest smart home tech at CES 2026, and in this video I’m breaking down the best smart home products that actually matter — the stuff that could make a difference in your smart home this year.
Apple’s Ultra Wideband (UWB) unlocking is finally here — and it changes everything about smart locks.
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