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Everything You Need to Know About Smart Safes

November 13, 2024 / by Louigi Balao / 3 mins read

First, we got online shopping, then digitized banking. The world continues to advance in technology, and traditional safes are getting a high-tech makeover. Enter smart safes, the upgraded version of the trusty old safe you're familiar with–the object that sits at the back of your parent’s closet, basement, or even your attic—forever keeping whatever its contents secured. 

From Yale Official Website

Combining traditional security with modern innovation, these devices offer a multifaceted approach to safeguarding valuables. This item can also be an extra security measure aside from your safety deposit box or if you want to keep everything at home! 

What is it? As the name implies, it is a smart security solution that provides advanced protection to keep your belongings safe. Unlike conventional safes, these devices incorporate modern technology such as biometric authentication, digital access control, remote monitoring features, etc. If you recall old spy movies that require a retina scan or voice command, these smart safes function close to that. At least this time, you won’t have a secret spy trying to crack your safe. 

 

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Basically, smart safes offer a seamless blend of security and convenience that aligns itself with our modern needs–that need security. 

 

The key features of smart safes

Biometric authentication: Modern smart safes often feature biometric fingerprint scanners like your mobile phone. This allows only authorized users quick and secure access to the contents inside. This is great news for those who forget their passwords from time to time, but, as a reminder, please do remember your password just in case you need it. 

Remote monitoring: With built-in connectivity features, smart safes enable remote monitoring via smartphones or computers. A good example is the Yale Smart Safe, which offers an alarm whenever someone tries to tamper with the device. Once it rings, you will be notified. 

Digital control: Many smart safes feature a digital keypad that allows users to set personalized codes, which fortifies the safe’s security. 

Smart home integration: Some smart safes can integrate themselves into the home’s smart network, allowing users to control access and monitor their safe remotely alongside other smart devices. 

From Yanko Official Website

Selecting a smart safe. So you decided to secure your home further with your own smart safe; great! When choosing a smart safe, consider factors such as size and features. Most smart safes that offer different ways of security often come in small form factors that can hold passports, watches, jewelry, and family heirlooms. Personally assess your needs and preferences to determine your perfect smart safe buy.  

Whether you seek convenience, reliability, or advanced protection, a smart safe is your ally in safeguarding what matters most. And, speaking of smart home integration, if you are also planning to gather your own smart devices, you can check out the Next Upgrade Shop– your newest one-stop shop for everything smart home! 


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Louigi Balao

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Louigi, better known as Gi, is a content writer for Next Upgrade’s Tech and Gaming sections. In his free time, he enjoys long strolls in his house, loves fantasizing about anime ships that will never bear fruit, and constantly complains about his scuffed Korean backdashes. If you need a quick 3 AM chit-chat, he is your guy. 

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