This budget retrofit kit is a less exciting, but reasonable, way to turn any deadbolt into a smart lock. Like the August Smart Lock, the Kwikset Kevo Convert is designed to convert your existing ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Installing door locks can be more challenging than you might think. Most modern doors are quite thin, and it's all too easy to accidentally ...

Remove the deadbolt lock. Use a screwdriver to take out the screws on the inside of the door. Check your user manual for the required dimensions, and if necessary, use a hole saw to cut the ...

Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is a writer, a text-based adventure connoisseur, a lover of terrible movies and an enthusiastic yet mediocre cook. A CNET editor from 2013 to 2024, Ry's ...

We’ve had two previous articles in this series on turning a personal electronic project into a saleable kit, in which we’ve examined the kit market in a broader context for a new entrant, and gone on ...