An Arduino-based RFID door lock system designed to control a 12V solenoid lock using authorized RFID cards. This project implements a non-blocking state machine system for reliable and efficient ...

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 ...

In this video, I'm demonstrating how you can use the RYRR20I_DE module from Reyax to create a simple system where you first need to load a certain number of tokens on a 13.56MHz RFID card and you can ...

With the ability to enhance the convenience and security of your entryway, a smart lock is arguably the most crucial component of a connected home. There's no shortage of options, from fully installed ...

On your Windows 11 or Windows 10 system, you can easily check if your PC supports UEFI or BIOS and can boot into UEFI or BIOS firmware depending on your PC ...

Your humble door stopper could have a hidden additional use that you were unaware of. Door stoppers are commonplace in many homes, serving to prevent doors from swinging too wide and causing damage to ...

We've tested hundreds of smart home products in more than 20 categories to help determine which ones are best for every room in (and out of) the house. I'm PCMag's managing editor for consumer ...

As a long-time Windows geek, I’ve always loved and relied on keyboard shortcuts. They’re incredible! Like a collection of secret handshakes that can quickly perform useful tasks and dramatically speed ...

File syncing and storage services, also known as cloud storage services, offer major convenience. They let you back up and access your data—documents, photos, video, and other file types—on any ...