This smart lock comes equipped with its own scanner, powered by Wi-Fi that
connects the lock to your home network and a Bluetooth radio for close-range
communications. Just add your pending deliveries to the mobile app. When the
delivery person arrives, they scan the package and BoxLock unlocks, allowing
the delivery to be stored inside.
SCHEDULE DELIVERY TIMES WITH DOORMAN
If deliveries tend to arrive when you’re not home, schedule them to come at
more convenient times. With the Doorman service, you send your package to
one of the company’s secure warehouses, and then use the Doorman app to
schedule a convenient delivery time. Doorman is currently available in San
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per package) or choose a monthly subscription plan starting at $19.
SET UP AN OUTDOOR SECURITY CAMERA
One way to deter thieves or catch them in the act is to install a security camera.
Among our favorite outdoor security cameras are the Arlo Pro 3 and Arlo Ultra.
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the Ring Stick Up Cam ($99) and the Ezviz C3W ezGuard Wi-Fi Security
Camera ($89) are also good options.
INSTALL A VIDEO DOORBELL
If a security camera isn’t your style, consider a video doorbell instead. Our
Editors’ Choice selections include the August Doorbell Cam Pro ($179), Ring
Video Doorbell Pro ($159), Ring Peephole Cam ($199), and RemoBell S ($99).
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