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The Gotrax Eclipse e-scooter features a one-step folding design (Image source: Gotrax) The Gotrax Eclipse e-scooter has recorded a substantial 35% price drop on Amazon in the US. The key features of the e-scooter include a 500 W motor, a 374 Wh battery, up to 28 miles (45 km) of range, a 20 mph (32 kph) top speed, an LED display, and a folding design. Right now, the Gotrax Eclipse electric scooter has been discounted heavily on Amazon in the US, reaching its all-time low price so far this year, according to Camel’s price history. The Gotrax Amazon storefront is offering a significant 35% off on the Eclipse e-scooter, reducing the price from $699.99 to just $454.98.  It’s worth noting that this deal is highly time-sensitive and only available via Amazon, so grab it before the retailer changes their mind. Unfortunately, there’s no straight-up saving from Gotrax’s official online store. The Gotrax Eclipse e-scooter stands out thanks to its sleek, foldable design similar to the Gotrax XR Elite, making it easy to carry and store in a car or compact spaces without any worries whatsoever. Daily commuters will be pleased to know that the e-scooter has a powerful 500 W motor and a decent 374 Wh battery that delivers a top speed of 20 mph (32 kph) and a maximum assistance range of up to 28 miles (45 km) on a single charge.  Unlike other e-scooters with 8” tires, Gotrax offers 10” inner honeycomb tires paired with double drum brakes and EABS and a front double shock absorber for a comfortable ride even on uneven roads or speed bumps. Furthermore, the e-scooter can handle payloads of up to 264 lbs (119 kg). An LED headlight and taillight help you to see and be seen during nighttime and early morning rides. There’s also an LED display, which offers driving-related information such as the e-scooter’s speed, battery life, mileage, and more. Additionally, the Eclipse’s motor can easily tackle inclines up to 14%.  At $454.95, the Gotrax Eclipse e-scooter seems like a great option for those who want a reliable, powerful, and high-range e-scooter without breaking the bank. For more details, you can watch the review video attached below. Disclaimer: Notebookcheck is not responsible for price changes carried out by retailers. The discounted price or deal mentioned in this item was available at the time of writing and may be subject to time restrictions and/or limited unit availability. ▶ load Youtube video Related Articles Abhinav Fating – Tech Writer – 303 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2024 Abhinav is a tech enthusiast who finds it difficult to hold his excitement when it comes to the latest gadgets. He holds a degree in Mechanical Engineering and is obsessed with smartphones, smart home tech, and Laptops. You will find him scrolling memes on Instagram when he is not writing. Abhinav Fating, 2025-07-26 (Update: 2025-07-26) Read More

A screengrab from the WUCHANG Fallen Feathers launch trailer (image source: PlayStation YouTube) Wuchang: Fallen Feathers is an action RPG that is having a mixed launch thanks to a large player count but an ‘overwhelmingly negative’ review score. Chinese developer Leenzee and publisher 505 Games’ first souls-like entry, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers, released on July 24, 2025, and has already garnered 131,518 concurrent players on Steam, outranking FromSoftware’s critically acclaimed titles Dark Souls and Sekiro. Despite the staggering debut, the game has been slammed with “Overwhelmingly Negative” reviews on Steam. Out of 27,086 reviews, only 24.7% of them are positive. The reason behind the negative reception is severe optimization issues related to Unreal Engine 5, despite promising gameplay. However, Wuchang also received backlash from Chinese players, who make up a substantial portion of Steam’s user base, over a pricing issue that charged them comparatively more than other regions. Moreover, some standard edition buyers were handed deluxe editions, and review copies were sent earlier to Chinese streamers, building a perception of unjust treatment. Aside from performance and pricing issues, some Chinese players have pointed out historical inconsistencies. The game avoids mentioning the Manchu-led Qing Dynasty’s violent rise and instead opts for casting a Ming emperor as the main antagonist, which many Han Chinese players found offensive. Still, Wuchang ranks as Steam’s 9th most-played and 14th highest-selling game on launch day. The game has modest system requirements, needing only a low-end Nvidia GTX 1060, which is a change of pace in an era of ever-increasing system requirements. While the game is marred by performance issues, Lenzee and 505 Games swiftly took to Steam, promising to fix performance issues, pre-order reward bugs, and the regional pricing discrepancy. It’s not uncommon for game launches to be plagued with issues these days, as was the case with CD Projekt Red’s Cyberpunk 2077, which managed to mend bonds with the gaming community. Similarly, Wuchang: Fallen Feathers falls in the same boat as the game’s future hinges on the developer’s ability to roll out optimization fixes to salvage its reputation. Related Articles Rahim Amir Noorali – Tech Writer – 91 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2025 I am a UAE-based tech writer who likes to build and benchmark PCs both professionally and as a hobby. I contribute to multiple tech publications, including TechRadar and NotebookCheck, as well as Game Rant, where I focus primarily on news, commerce, and buying guides. When I’m not scouring the internet for the latest in tech stories, you will find me playing a game of Civilization or DotA with friends and frenemies alike while dropping recommendations for Apple TV+’s Foundation to everyone I come across. Rahim Amir Noorali, 2025-07-25 (Update: 2025-07-26) Read More

Specifications Display 6.78 inch 20.5:9, 2460 x 1080 pixel 396 PPI, Capacitive, IPS, glossy: yes, 120 Hz Connections USB-C Power Delivery (PD), Audio Connections: 3.5mm, Card Reader: microSD, 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Sensors: accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Networking 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/), Bluetooth 5.2, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, Dual SIM, GPS Size height x width x depth (in mm): 14.5 x 182.2 x 86 ( = 0.57 x 7.17 x 3.39 in) Operating System Android 15 Camera Primary Camera: 50 MPix + 20MP + 2MPSecondary Camera: 32 MPix Additional features Keyboard: OnScreen Weight 357 g ( = 12.59 oz / 0.79 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds) Price comparison Reviews for the Blackview BL7000 Blackview BL7000 – recenzja, test, opinia i dane techniczneSource: Unite4buy PL→ENPositive: Elegant design; waterproof IP68; nice display; large battery capacity; microSD card slot; NFC module. Negative: Heavy and bulky; average performance; mediocre cameras; mono speakers. Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/21/2025 Comment ARM Mali-G57 MP2: Integrated mid range graphics card with 2 clusters. Based on the Valhall architecture. Only some 3D games with very low demands are playable with these cards. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List. Dimensity 6300: The CPU offers a total of eight cores, which are divided into two clusters. One has two ARM Cortex-A76 performance cores with up to 2.4 GHz each, while the other has six ARM Cortex-A55 energy-saving cores with up to 2.0 GHz each. LPDDR4x RAM with 2,133 MHz can be used as RAM and UFS 2.2 is supported as internal memory. The Dimensity 6300 is very similar to the old Dimensity 6080.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors. 6.78″: It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn’t be severely defective in vision, and you won’t see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport. » To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List. Blackview: This brand from the Blackview International Group was created in Hong Kong in 2013. Smartphones are the focus of marketing. However, there are only few reviews and the market shares are very low (2016). » Further information can be found in our Notebook Purchase Guide. Similar devices from a different Manufacturer Devices from a different Manufacturer and/or with a different CPU Devices with the same GPU Devices with Same Screen Size and/or Weight Devices from the same Manufacturer Stefan Hinum (Update: 2025-07-25) Read More

Specifications Display 6.67 inch 20:9, 2400 x 1080 pixel 395 PPI, Capacitive, AMOLED, glossy: yes, 120 Hz Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB Connections USB-C Power Delivery (PD), 1 Infrared, 1 Fingerprint Reader, NFC, Sensors: accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Networking 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (a/b/g/n = Wi-Fi 4/ac = Wi-Fi 5/ax = Wi-Fi 6/), Bluetooth 5.2, GSM, UMTS, LTE, 5G, Dual SIM, GPS Size height x width x depth (in mm): 8.5 x 163.2 x 76.1 ( = 0.33 x 6.43 x 3 in) Battery 7000 mAh Silicon-Carbon Operating System Android 15 Camera Primary Camera: 50 MPix + 2MPSecondary Camera: 16 MPix Additional features Keyboard: OnScreen Weight 208 g ( = 7.34 oz / 0.46 pounds) ( = 0 oz / 0 pounds) Price comparison Average Score: 79.33% – goodAverage of 3 scores (from 4 reviews) price: 77%, performance: 78%, features: – %, display: – % mobility: – %, workmanship: 70%, ergonomy: – %, emissions: – % Reviews for the Oppo K13 OPPO K12s Review: 7000mAh Battery, 22.5 Hours Battery LifeSource: Igeekphone Looking back at the thousand-yuan phone market, there are also many models with short battery life, either with weak performance or reduced battery life. In comparison, OPPO K12s has made efforts in battery life, battery life and fluency at the same time . It is equipped with a 7000mAh battery, which is not only the model with the largest battery in OPPO’s history, but also the one with the largest battery in the same price range. In addition, OPPO K12s supports IP65 dust and water resistance and offline calls, so users can easily deal with outdoor emergencies such as rainy days, network congestion, and network loss. In addition, functions such as multi-function NFC, under-screen fingerprint, infrared remote control, etc., are also standard on OPPO K12s without any reduction. Single Review, online available, Very Long, Date: 04/28/2025 81% OPPO K13 review: power-packed performance on a budgetSource: 91mobiles The OPPO K13 gets most things right for its price. It is sleek, affordable, and powerful enough to cater to the needs of both regular and power users. The handset lives up to its ‘OverPowered’ tag, thanks to the Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 SoC, coupled with impressive thermal efficiency and battery life. This ensures smooth, consistent performance for the smartphone, even under strenuous load, for extended periods without needing a recharge. And when you do need to top up, the proprietary charger can take it from empty to 100 percent in under an hour. The OPPO K13 is good with photography too, as long as the images are taken in bright, well-lit environments. The low-light performance is serviceable rather than standout. Moreover, the software, while feature-rich and customisable, comes with a fair number of pre-installed apps and may not appeal to those seeking a clean or stock Android experience. If these shortcomings don’t bother you, the OPPO K13 remains a top contender, especially for power users with a Rs 20,000 budget. Single Review, online available, Long, Date: 04/25/2025Rating: Total score: 81% 77% Oppo K13 5G Review: Big battery, bigger expectations, but does it deliver?Source: Think Digit Finding a solid smartphone under Rs 20,000 is getting both easier and harder at the same time. Easier because there are plenty of feature-packed options out there, and harder because choosing the right one from the crowd is no easy task. Brands are stepping up their game with impressive displays, capable cameras, and big batteries, all without pushing the price tag too high. Oppo’s latest bet in this segment is the K13 5G, which is priced starting at Rs 17,999. With its elegant design and a massive 7000mAh battery, it definitely makes a strong first impression. But how well does it actually perform in day-to-day use? I put the Oppo K13 5G through its paces over the past few days, and here’s my full review covering everything from design and display to performance, camera, and battery life. Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/22/2025Rating: Total score: 77% price: 77% performance: 78% workmanship: 70% 80% Oppo K13 5G review: Marathon runner in mid-segmentSource: India Today The Oppo K13 5G is a good-enough package at a starting price of Rs 17,999 (8GB/128GB). There is one more variant of the phone with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage for Rs 19,999. In fact, it is more than good enough. At this price, the K13 5G hosts a number of premium features including a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chip, 7,000mAh battery and an attractive design. There are some areas that could have been better, like for instance, the camera system. If you’re looking for a marathon runner that doesn’t break your bank, the K13 5G is worth a look. Single Review, online available, Medium, Date: 04/22/2025Rating: Total score: 80% Comment Qualcomm Adreno 810: Graphics chip for smartphones and tablets, integrated in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 3 SoC. According to Qualcomm, 40% faster than the predecessor generation (Adreno 710). Non demanding games should be playable with these graphics cards. » Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Graphics Cards and the corresponding Benchmark List. SD 6 Gen 4: Mid-range SoC with 8 Kryo cores (1x ARM Cortex-A720 2.3 GHz prime core, 3x ARM Cortex A720 2.2 GHz performance cluster, 4x ARM Cortex A520 with 1.8 efficiency cluster) and a 5G modem. The chip is manufactured in the modern 4nm process at TSMC. Similar to the Snapdragon 7s Gen 3, but with lower clocked Cortex-A720 cores.» Further information can be found in our Comparison of Mobile Processsors. 6.67″: It is a small display format for smartphones. You shouldn’t be severely defective in vision, and you won’t see much detail on the screen and only have a small resolution available. For that, the device should be small and handy, easy to transport. » To find out how fine a display is, see our DPI List. 79.33%: This rating is not earth-shattering. This rating must actually be seen as average, since there are about as many devices with worse ratings as better ones. A purchase recommendation can only be seen with a lot of goodwill, unless it is about websites that generally rate strictly. » Further information can

The old Model Y set of HW3 computer and cameras can’t run Robotaxi FSD.(Image source: Tesla) Elon Musk promised that legacy Tesla vehicles with the old HW3 FSD computer may be retrofitted with the HW4 goods to run unsupervised FSD, if necessary. That promise is quite far away, it seems, at least when it comes to the Robotaxi platform. The majority of Tesla owners won’t be able to add their personal vehicles to the upcoming Robotaxi platform, it seems. Initially, Elon Musk said that Tesla will allow individual owners to start adding or subtracting their cars to its Robotaxi ride-share service at the beginning of 2026. The platform is in a pilot launch at the moment, but will eventually let them earn some money by loaning their cars to the fleet of driverless robotaxis when not in use, he clarified. At the latest quarterly earnings call, Elon still claimed that, but referring to the cheapest Model Y that is expected to be released in Q4. It targets people who want a Model Y, he said, but don’t have money, and putting it up on the Robotaxi platform will allow them to recoup some of their costs. The timeframe for opening the Robotaxi fleet to vehicles that aren’t owned by Tesla, however, has now slipped to the more nebulous “next year,” and Elon even admits that Tesla hasn’t “really thought hard about that.” Tesla is apparently still focused on the expansion of the Robotaxi service area in Austin, then launching it in California, Arizona, Nevada and other areas with its own Model Y units running on a specialized unsupervised FSD software branch. To add individual owners to the fleet, said its CFO, Tesla has to think of a validation process, down to the tire tread level, and it hasn’t really gone through that yet. To top it all off, older Tesla cars won’t be able to jump on the Robotaxi platform and earn money for their owners, as their HW3 computers are too slow, at least in the beginning: What we want to do is we want to get unsupervised done on Hardware 4 first. Once it’s done, then we will go back and look at what we need to do with the Hardware 3 cars. I mean like I said, the focus is first to get unsupervised out, and then we’ll go back and see what more work we need to do. That doesn’t sound very encouraging for those with old HW3 vehicles, who form the majority of Tesla owners. Unlike the previous quarterly call, there was no word about Elon’s free HW4 retrofit promise if Tesla can’t make unsupervised FSD needed for a robotaxi service run on the old Hardware 3.0 computer. Tesla is apparently now focused on making unsupervised FSD work on newer HW4 vehicles and going through the regulatory hurdles to launch it for end users, as well as on developing the “spectacular” AI5 chip that is so powerful it may have to be neutered for export. Where all of that leaves owners of old HW3 Teslas when it comes to loaning them to the Robotaxi platform and earning money, is now more up in the air than it was just a quarter ago. Get the 80A Tesla Gen 2 Wall Connector with 24′ cable on Amazon Daniel Zlatev – Senior Tech Writer – 1814 articles published on Notebookcheck since 2021 Wooed by tech since the industrial espionage of Apple computers and the times of pixelized Nintendos, Daniel went and opened a gaming club when personal computers and consoles were still an expensive rarity. Nowadays, fascination is not with specs and speed but rather the lifestyle that computers in our pocket, house, and car have shoehorned us in, from the infinite scroll and the privacy hazards to authenticating every bit and move of our existence. Read More

Image: Microsoft First there was Clippy. Now Microsoft Copilot has a face, with reactions to what you tell it. Microsoft is showing off how Copilot could “look”: as an anthropomorphic teardrop of sorts, with expressions that react to your interactions in real time. The discovery was reported Friday by The Verge. Right now, the new look of Copilot is being presented to a limited number of users. Microsoft’s web page shows how to discover if you have it: by opening Copilot, clicking the “mic” icon to launch verbal interactions with Copilot, then clicking the “gear,” or settings, icon. That will open up the options to toggle the “appearance” off or on. “What if you could see Copilot react and speak as you chat?” Microsoft says. “With this experiment, we are bringing more non-verbal communication to Copilot, enhancing voice conversations with real-time visual expression. This early prototype allows you to chat, brainstorm, seek advice, or just mess around with Copilot, in a more engaging and expressive way.” Right now, the new Copilot appearance option is just being offered to consumers, and not people who subscribe to a Microsoft 365 business plan. Microsoft has tended to try and give its assistants a friendlier face, from the Office Assistant (which included Clippit/Clippy) as well as Microsoft Bob and its coterie of animated assistants. That didn’t go so well, however, when Microsoft launched and cancelled Microsoft Tay, its assistant who was quickly corrupted by internet trolls. Anthropomorphic mascots have also become a staple in some cultures, such as Japan. Copilot already leans pretty heavily on emojis to communicate how it “feels.” Ironically, when Bing Search / Copilot was launched, it was pretty personable — probably too much. Now, it’s much more bland. Here’s what you should see within the Microsoft Copilot Settings menu if you’re part of the appearance test. Microsoft Will users clamor for a Clippy option? Why not? If you have opinions, let us know on our Facebook page or on Bluesky. We can promise that our PCWorld logo will remain just the static image it is. Author: Mark Hachman, Senior Editor, PCWorld Mark has written for PCWorld for the last decade, with 30 years of experience covering technology. He has authored over 3,500 articles for PCWorld alone, covering PC microprocessors, peripherals, and Microsoft Windows, among other topics. Mark has written for publications including PC Magazine, Byte, eWEEK, Popular Science and Electronic Buyers’ News, where he shared a Jesse H. Neal Award for breaking news. He recently handed over a collection of several dozen Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs because his office simply has no more room. Read More

Image: AMD While AMD jacked up the price of its Threadripper Pro chips to equal a used car, consumers are getting a break: AMD is now leaving the price of its Threadripper 9000 series unchanged from the prior generation. AMD said Friday that the new Threadripper 9000 series of chips will begin shipping on July 31. The price of the high-end 64-core/128-thread Ryzen Threadripper 9980X will remain at $4,999, the same price that the Ryzen 7980X debuted at in 2023. Based on how inflation has fared since then (about 2.5 percent), that’s a “discount” of about $130 or so. AMD announced the Threadripper 9000 HEDT (high-end desktop) at the end of May, alongside the 9000 WX or Pro parts for servers. The 96-core/192-thread 9995WX costs $11,699 while the 96-core 7995WX Pro launched at $9,999. Here are the prices of the new Ryzen Threadripper 9980X parts—again, the same as their predecessors: The new Threadrippers are designed to use the same TR5 socket as their predecessors, with memory support up to 1TB of DDR5-6400 RDIMMs across four channels. A total of 92 lanes of PCIe are available, with 80 PCIe 5.0 lanes. Should you buy a new Threadripper? Probably not, especially with the range of Ryzen 7 9800X3D parts instead. AMD said that it’s aiming the new Threadrippers at AI model training, while parts like the Ryzen 7 9800X3D and especially the new Ryzen AI Max and Max+ (Strix Halo) processors are optimized for gaming and AI inferencing. Author: Mark Hachman, Senior Editor, PCWorld Mark has written for PCWorld for the last decade, with 30 years of experience covering technology. He has authored over 3,500 articles for PCWorld alone, covering PC microprocessors, peripherals, and Microsoft Windows, among other topics. Mark has written for publications including PC Magazine, Byte, eWEEK, Popular Science and Electronic Buyers’ News, where he shared a Jesse H. Neal Award for breaking news. He recently handed over a collection of several dozen Thunderbolt docks and USB-C hubs because his office simply has no more room. Read More

Skip to content Image: Christopher Null/Foundry At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Outstanding industrial design Lots of ingress options—provided you have an iPhone Seamless integration with Apple Home and Home Keys Comes with two NFC fobs Cons Initial setup required multiple re-installs to resolve Only supports 10 PIN codes No backup power feature iOS only Our Verdict A bold design gives this Apple Home-centric smart lock a sophisticated look, but there’s very limited support for non-iPhone users, and installation can be a one-time challenge. Price When Reviewed This value will show the geolocated pricing text for product undefined Best Pricing Today Best Prices Today: Avia Smart Deadbolt+ Spend enough time in this business and you’ll begin to feel like you’ve seen everything. After reviewing more than 80 smart locks to date, I was sure that there were no more design or functionality stones left to overturn in this segment of the smart home market. And then along comes Avia. A European brand newly available in the U.S., Avia is an altogether different concept in smart locks no matter which way you look at it. So, let’s start with its design. While the Avia Smart Deadbolt+ is a standard smart lock that replaces both exterior and interior escutcheons, you won’t notice it from the outside, at least from a distance. Externally, the lock—which is available in black and satin nickel—looks a lot like a traditional, non-smart device (or for that matter, a Level Lock+ smart lock): Its circular escutcheon is just barely larger than the borehole it fits into, and there’s a keyhole in its center. Look closely, however, and you’ll find 10 physical number buttons arranged along the top of lock, arranged in two rows of five. You need to pay extra to get an exterior PIN pad for a Level Lock. The PIN pad on the Avia Smart Deadbolt+ makes it one of the most unique smart locks on the market.  Christopher Null/Foundry A plastic-covered sensor hides beneath the lock, nearly invisible to the casual observer. Press one of the buttons on the keypad and the numerals light up in color (in the hue of your choice), along with the Avia logo, which appears on both sides of the device, providing a postmodern vibe to an otherwise classic-looking lock. The Avia Smart Deadbolt+ boasts outstanding design and smooth operation, provided you’re an iPhone user. While the exterior effect is striking, the interior escutcheon is far more traditional (and very much unlike a Level Lock). It’s a squat rectangle in two-tone silver and black with a simple thumb turn, powered by four AA batteries under a plastic panel. Note that there is no external port for emergency power. Avia says fresh cells will last for up to 18 months. The manufacturer also says its lock meets the highest level of ANSI and BHMA testing but that it is still awaiting formal certifications. Installation and setup The lock goes together somewhat unusually, thanks to the inclusion of a second mounting frame that fits on the inside of the door. This is an additional plastic frame upon which a smaller metal frame sits, both of which are sandwiched together with the exterior escutcheon via two small bolts. (The need for this second frame isn’t explained in the lock’s documentation.) The exterior escutcheon has two electrical connectors: One connects to the interior motor unit, as expected, but the other attaches to a port on one of the frames. This all might be more intuitive if Avia included a printed instruction manual; unfortunately, your only educational option is to follow one of Avia’s online videos or go step-by-step with the Avia app. I found getting everything seated properly to be a bit more complicated than the typical lock I’ve reviewed, thanks to the extra mounting frame and that second cable; but for the most part, it was a straightforward installation—or so I thought (more on that later). You’ll need an iPhone to set up the Avia Smart Deadbolt+, but non-iPhone users will be able to open the door if you give them one of the included NFC keyfobs. Christopher Null/Foundry The Avia Smart Deadbolt+ supports Matter over Thread, but it currently works with iOS exclusively, being designed entirely around Apple HomeKit and Apple’s Home Key technology. If you don’t already have an iOS home hub (e.g., an Apple TV, HomePod, HomePod mini), Avia says you can use the lock directly over Bluetooth. But there’s really no point in purchasing this lock if you don’t also have one of those three devices, as you’ll miss out on many of the lock’s features—along with any kind of remote accessibility. Setup is very much in line with standard HomeKit configurations, and while you can set the lock up directly in iOS Home, you’re well advised to use Avia’s app to get started, beginning with scanning the QR code printed on the inside of the battery cover. I had to run through the scan-and-wait process a couple of times before it completed successfully; otherwise, the process was straightforward. Using the Avia Smart Deadbolt+ Once configured, Avia’s lock offers a robust collection of access methods, including the previously mentioned numeric keypad and a bevy of “smart” ways to open the door. The lock is compatible with Apple Home Key, so once it’s installed and configured, you can just tap your iPhone or Apple Watch on the lock to open it—you don’t need to open the app on your phone. The PIN pad and the Avia logo both light up in your choice from millions of colors. Christopher Null/Foundry Users without an iPhone can use one of the two included NFC fobs to do the same trick; these are easily enrolled within the Avia app. You can even unlock the door with a Siri voice command—after you authenticate yourself on your iPhone. One restriction of note: While you can share Home Key access with as many users as you’d like, the Avia Smart Deadbolt+ supports only 10 PIN codes