Aqara’s Matter-over-Thread smart lock brings homes closer to seamless security

Aqara Smart home device manufacturer Aqara launched a new Kickstarter campaign for a U200 smart lock, a Matter-compatible smart lock that fits over existing door locks. It has a separate keypad and fingerprint reader device that can be set up outside the user’s door.  The new U200 is installed over the deadbolt on the interior … Read more

I Tested TurboTax’s New Integration With Credit Karma, and It’s Seamless

If you haven’t filed your taxes yet and are a Credit Karma or QuickBooks user, listen up. Intuit announced a new feature last month that lets users file their taxes with TurboTax right from the Credit Karma app or QuickBooks Online interface. This story is part of Taxes 2024, CNET’s coverage of the best tax … Read more

‘Seamless’ voice-to-text feature for Android will let you turn speech into text instantly

June Wan/ZDNET If you’ve ever struggled to find the voice-to-text option when you need it, a new Google keyboard feature could make hands-free texting a lot easier. At present, if you want to use voice texting on an Android phone, the process involves tapping a small microphone icon above the keyboard and waiting for the signal … Read more

I’ve tested dozens of smart locks and this one is the most seamless of them all

Maria Diaz/ZDNETZDNET’s key takeawaysThe Schlage Encode smart Wi-Fi lever is a smart door handle that works without a deadbolt.It can replace almost any door handle in households and businesses.But it’s not compatible with Apple HomeKit, and the Schlage app has room for improvement. As a smart home reviewer, different smart locks have made their way … Read more