Smart locks are fairly common gadgets at this point; lods of companies are building their own version of home security, replete with camera feeds, app control, and more. But this new one combines features in such a way that it could be the most secure we¡¯ve seen so far.
Images courtesy: Lockly
Secure Plus, as it¡¯s called, comes from home security company Lockly, and it borrows one of the iPhone¡¯s best features. The Secure Plus uses a 3D fingerprint scanner, embedded into the display panel, reminiscent of TouchID.?
It can scan and store up to 99 fingerprints that it ¡°trusts¡±. Once it detects a known fingerprint, it unlocks the door. Supposedly it can¡¯t be tricked with a replicated fingerprint or high-def photograph either, and only responds to a physical match.?
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But as if that wasn¡¯t enough, the Secure Plus also uses internal algorithms to enhance your security. Like most other smart locks, it has a PIN code to unlock, though this one is used in tandem with the fingerprint. The algorithm comes into play with the keyboard display above the handle.?
The digits for you to type in are show in four clusters of three on the touch display. Each time you type in your passcode, the digits randomly rearrange themselves. That way, even though your PIN stays the same, someone looking over your shoulder can¡¯t guess it by where you place your fingers, or even by looking for smudge? positions on the display.?
The best part of this is the proprietary algorithms for Lockly¡¯s device don¡¯t need an active Internet connection to work. Not only does it make it easier to install, but also keeps it safe from hackers looking to disable the lock. The lock does however support WiFi and Bluetooth connections.
There¡¯s a manual switch on the other side of the lock, letting you turn it off or on at will. You can also program it with a custom time window, so that it¡¯ll lock automatically after you¡¯ve entered in case you forget. Additionally, it¡¯s important to remember that while the Secure Plus works on AA batteries (which should last a year), there¡¯s the option to use a physical key if they fail (or if something goes wonky).
The Lockly Secure Plus will retail for $250 (about Rs 18,000) for the deadbolt version and $270 (approximately Rs 19,600) for the latch variant. A cheaper version with only the algorithmic access code system and not the fingerprint sensor is priced at $200 (Rs 14,500) and $230 (Rs 16,700) respectively.