House keys and punch pads may become things of the past as technology lets us open doors without a key or a password.
Keyless entry with a sensor or mobile phone app. These devices aren't on the market yet, and I suspect there will be more options available soon.
Would you use one of these?
Goji is my favorite. It takes a picture of the people at the door and sends it to your phone. Goji works with your smartphone, two programmable key fobs or mechanical keys. Indigogo is selling it now for $278 with 24/7 customer service, but it won't ship December 2013. Watch the Goji video at their website.
Lockitron gives you wireless access, but you can still use a key. Lockitron fits over the existing deadbolt. You loosen the deadbolt screws and slide the Lockitron back plate on, retighten the screws and twist on Lockitron.
It will work with any phone, either with an app or text message commands, using WiFi or Bluetooth. It's on sale now for $179, and ships later this summer, 2013.
August is a mobile app only: you can't use keys or a web-based computer. $199 will get you one.
UniKey is a "touch-to-open" sensor that detects your iPhone (only) or your key fob, which you can keep in your pocket, your purse or . . . your keychain. That identifies you, and when you touch the lock, the door opens.
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