SMART HOME

GEAR TO KEEP YOU SAFE & COMFORTABLE

- SARAH KINGSBURY

Yale Assure Lock 2 Plus with Wi-Fi ($289.99) If you’ve been dreaming of using your iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock your door, the Assure Lock 2 Plus is the smart lock for you. After you install this keyless lock, you can add it to your Apple Home app and start using an Apple Home Key or the keypad for entry. If you’re a renter or not quite ready to give up physical keys, the Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi + Keypad ($229.99) is retrofitted on the inside of your door, leaving the lock on the outer side of the door the same. This gives you the option to continue using your current keys or use a keypad or fingerprint to unlock the door. Both locks have remote access so you can lock and unlock your door from anywhere.

Ecovac DEEBOT T30S Combo Complete Robotic Vacuum Cleaner ($1149.99) Previous robot vacuums I’ve had felt more like an accessory to my real vacuum and mop, but there is no question that the T30S is a standalone piece of cleaning equipment. In addition to the robot and vacuum mop, the Combo Complete comes with a cordless hand-held vacuum with welldesigned attachments and a wand, which means you don’t need another vacuum to clean the areas that a robot vacuum can’t reach like stairs and upholstery. I’m also loving the selfemptying dust bin, self-cleaning mop heads, and suction boost for carpeted areas (I’ve never had a robot vacuum effectively remove dog hair from a carpet before!).