Are smart locks safe? Hear what security experts say and check out latest models
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Smart locks are gradually finding their way into people’s homes but the most recent versions of these wirelessly connected security devices may accelerate the rate of adoption by consumers.
A recent report from Allied Market Research predicts significant adoption on a global scale, especially among the working population for whom the safety of aged parents and children remains a major concern. With their enhanced safety features, “smart locks address these issues with highly sophisticated remote monitoring technologies,” the report says.
The company’s analysis for China forecasts a lucrative CAGR of 19.8 per cent growth in the smart lock sector between 2017 and 2023, with “significant demand generation from Hong Kong”.
Across Greater China, the growth in the smart lock market is being driven by domestic players including Yunding Network Technology (Beijing), Nuki Home Solutions, Guangdong Hutlon Technology, Guangdong Archie Hardware and Kaadas. They compete against global players eager to expand their market presence, including Honeywell International, Panasonic Corporation, Vivint, Assa Abloy and Samsung SDS.
Safety concerns
Smart locks are convenient but, as with any digital technology, they can be hacked. Just how safe are they?
