BioKnob - Biometric Doorknob

Posted by John Goulden Categories: Smart Home, Misc. Tech

At some point in time, everyone has been locked out of their home at least once.  It’s a frustrating feeling as you stand there pondering what part of your domicile to break (window, door?) to gain admittance.  To avoid this kind of scenario, Tychi Systems presents the BioKnob.  The BioKnob works on the principle of biometrics in that it uses your fingerprint for verification.  The BioKnob will allow up to 100 users to be programmed for entry and uses a rechargeable battery that lasts for approximately 1000 openings.  When battery power gets low (less than 50 entries left), the knob will alert the user who can then plug an AC adapter into it for charging.  Additional features include the support of temporary users, choice of two colors, and adaptibility to practically any standard door.  Sounds like a great product as long as Tychi Systems has taken steps to counteract the Play-Doh problem wherein biometric devices could be fooled 90% of the time with a fake, Play-Doh finger.  No word yet on pricing or availability.

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