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Get Smart Keyless electronic locks have continued to gain popularity with consumers, says Steve Kolobaric, Channel Marketing Manager at Spectrum Brands, maker of Weiser locks. “The number one thing consumers are looking for today is electronics,” Kolobaric says. “They aren’t afraid of it anymore, and they are getting really excited about what the technology can do.” Locking systems like Weiser’s SmartCode not only allow keyless entry and remote access but now integrate with other elements of the smart home. Integration continues to expand as players like Weiser work with technology giants like Apple and Google. “The lock has become the central part of the smart home,” he says. “People like the ability to lock and unlock their doors from anywhere in the world, but also to have it communicate with other parts of the house. For example, when you lock the door from outside it can arm the alarm, turn off the lights and drop the thermostat.”
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JULY / AUGUST 2017
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