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Re:Kwikset ends support for smartphone enabled deadbolt. Sug... by com2kid on Tuesday September 23, 2025 @12:37AM (#45342890)
My Lockly lock supports a complete offline setup, no phone required to register finger prints or setup PIN codes. I believe I can even turn off the BT completely if I so desire.

It is just exactly smart enough for my liking.

Re:Kwikset ends support for smartphone enabled deadbolt. Sug... by dsr_ on Tuesday September 23, 2025 @08:49AM (#45346313)
My house lock doesn't have an online mode. It has to be programmed by visiting physically, unlocking it, and then you have to stand there and touch it for a while in order to remove or activate a code. In other words, it only supports two features that a keyed lock doesn't:

1. a keyholder can't lose/forget the key 2. keys can be disabled without the expense of replacing the whole lock core

Since the purpose of a house lock is entirely a cultural/legal signal (you are allowed to come in / you do not have authority to come in) rather than security (if you are willing to damage the house, you can definitely enter), this is the perfect "smartness" for me.

Re:Kwikset ends support for smartphone enabled deadbolt. Sug... by com2kid on Tuesday September 23, 2025 @04:17PM (#45352216)
The lockly model I have is the same, no cloud features.

You can configure it using the keypad or using an app over BT, that is the primary difference between it and a completely self contained device.