Tyler has worked on, lived with and tested all types of smart home and security technology for over a dozen years, explaining the latest features, privacy tricks, and top recommendations. With degrees ...

Building a solid home security system requires multiple products working in tandem, though not all upgrades need to fall into ...

Forget keys. The top smart locks we've tested are secure, easy to install, and provide several convenient ways to control who ...

Our pick of the best lightweight bike locks that are small, portable, and offer reasonable protection ...

Smart locks have become a cornerstone of home security, seamlessly blending convenience and technology. With a plethora of options available, finding the ideal smart lock can be a daunting task, but ...

Smart locks offer app-based features for deadbolts, retrofits, levers and more: Here's how you should choose the right one. Tyler Lacoma Editor / Home Security and Smart Home Tyler has worked on, ...

Most burglaries involve criminals forcibly entering a home, according to FBI statistics—and many of them come in through the front door. That’s why you need a good deadbolt. Consumer Reports’ door ...

From U-locks and folding locks to heavy-duty chains, we tested 15 bicycle locks – with an angle grinder! – to find out which offer real protection ...

A quality bike lock is the best investment you can make to protect your bike from theft, but like so many pieces of outdoor gear, there’s seldom one “best” item, making it tough to know what to ...

Steering wheel locks can help enhance your vehicle’s security, especially if you regularly park your car in public areas where criminals have easier access. Steering wheel locks serve two purposes.