This blog is officially getting sicker. I passionately love to discuss on the gadgets that i wish i could own. Oh well life, need and want is all around us. So here let me introduce you to RFID (Radio-frequency identification) Digital Door lock, which is an awesome tools to feel so sophisticated living style especially for the geeks out there want to feel techky.
First the old model which is currently out of stock from the manufacturer, The MyKey 2300 RFID Digital Door lock:
“The MyKey 2300 RFID door lock gives you convenience as well as security, as long as the AA batteries don’t run out. The lock responds to one of six key-cards that are included in the $300 unit, opening up when waved in front of the sensor. If you forget your card, there’s a slide-out keypad for you to enter in your 3 to 20 digit passcode.
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And if you forget your passcode, well, you’re screwed. So implant that RFID chip in your skin like you’ve been planning to do. If the battery does run out, you can hold up a 9v battery to it to juice it up enough for you to get inside and replace the battery. Pretty nifty device, but at $300, it may be a little steep.” – Jason Chen
It used to cost US299.99 which is about BND$408.586 (exclude transportation from US to Brunei), hey maybe your lucky enough, there’s still some marketing distributor there still selling this model.
But that’s for the old model, let say a few words for the current model, which is called MyKey AP501 Digital lock. This model comes with several color lines: Bronze (Age (black) ), Silver (Metal) and Gold (Bronze):
Fast, Digital Tag Key Interface
Momentarily hold your Tag Key key to the lock, and the deadbolt releases – no key holes, no opportunity to be picked. Where other digital locks fail, the AP501 remains strong – your Tag Key key is not wireless, so no one can “copy” your Tag Key wirelessly, a common security loophole with RFID. Forgot your Tag Key? Enter your personal PIN code, up to 20 digits, to gain access to your residence.
Built-to-last Mortise Lock
The AP501 is a mortise lock, meaning no additional hardware needs to be built on the outside of your door jamb – the lock’s deadbolt slides into the hole on your door jamb commonly used for deadbolt locks. In testing, this locking mechanism was triggered 200,000 times without failure, so it is engineered to last.
PIN Pad Entry
Forgot your Tag Key? Enter your personal PIN code, up to 20 digits, to gain access to your residence. Own more than one property? Enter your own “Master PIN”, which allows you ultimate entry to your property, and override any Tag Keys or PIN codes used by the tenant.
Weather-Proof
The lock is fully functional in sustained temperatures of -35 degrees Fahrenheit, and up to +130 degrees Fahrenheit. Waterproofing allows it to resist rain and moisture of tropical storm proportions.
Easy Installation
Easy to install, impossible to take down. The AP501 is specifically designed to adhere to North American door standards, so in most cases, the AP501 will simply replace your existing deadbolt – the only tool you’ll need is a screwdriver.
Shock-Proof
The AP501, despite being a 100% digital lock, is also electric-shock proof due to built-in countermeasures. The lock can withstand a 15,000 volt charge, and still remain functional.
Impact-Proof
The AP501 is built almost entirely of solid Zinc Alloy and Steel, and is capable of withstanding even the most brutal ballistic forces. Simply put, your hinges will rip off the door jamb before the AP501 would ever fail. We know because we’ve tested it – the AP501 stands up to hammers, screwdrivers, and sledgehammers.
Drill-Proof
Zinc Alloy exterior construction with a backup Steel interior plate makes it near impossible to gain entry using even a powered drill.
Auto-Lock Feature
When leaving your residence, the AP501 will automatically detect that you’ve shut the door, and will automatically lock up for you.
Two Year Warranty
Your investment in the AP501 is backed by the manufacturer for no less than 2 years.
This model also cost US299.99 which is about BND$408.586 (exclude transportation from US to Brunei). If you want to know about this beauty, here’s the official website and you can easily order it from there.
Actually there is a lot more RFID Door locker out there, which have even more sophisticated utilities, such the built it biometric sensor also known as the fingerprint sensor. I’m sure that specific model will be more expensive than the one I have mention here. If you seriously want to get in touch with this item browse yourself to an Singaporean’s website that provide some great gadgets for serious buyers: http://www.thegadgethome.com/. There’s one more website, which I constantly visit for new and varieties of crazy gadget at ThinkGeek.com .
