Check out the full Schlage LiNK system and how it can work with your BlackBerry. Keep reading for your chance to win a Schlage LiNK Starter Kit!
One of the things I love most about my BlackBerry is that it is always with me when I'm on the go. I love to be able to get things done from my device, be it sending emails, making phone calls or what have you. When things go above and beyond and I can integrate more of my life with my device, I'm all for it. Enter the Schlage LiNK system. Being a tech geek I'm always open to add more technology into my daily routine - be that good or bad - and the LiNK system is no slouch. We first checked out the system nearly 2 years ago, and since then many updates and features have been added. I was lucky enough to get my hands on a system including a keypad lever lock, wireless camera, light module and thermostat and I can honestly say my house will never be the same. Read on for my full review and thoughts on the Schlage LiNK system.
Schlage LiNK System Review
Getting Started
If you're not the handiest person the system can be a bit intimidating at first. There is a some installtion required (namely for the lock lever and thermostat) that might scare off some, but Schlage gives you very detailed instructions on how to get the job done. The light module and camera are the easiest to get up and running, but the lock and thermostat can take a bit of time (or a lot of time if you run into issues like I did, but we'll get into that later). From start to finish for all the components you can budget around 2-3 hours if you have smooth sailing, or a bit more if you need to tweak some things to get it all situated. You'll need to setup your online account where Schlage currently charges $8.99/month for service plus a 2-month trial period to get aquainted. You can access all the features through the web control panel or the free BlackBerry Schlage LiNK application.
Bridge
The bridge is the "hub" of all your Schlage goodies. It acts as the go-between and let's everything play nice. It comes into play as we get things installed as this is what you use to pair items with your system. It will need to be connected to the next and power to operate but it's all pretty straight forward.
The bridge is really no frills - Just a box with a light
Light Module
By far the easiest part to get going with is the light module. This handy box plugs into an outlet in your home and can control a lamp remotely. Using the included bridge for the system, you pair up the light module with a few easy steps, plug it into an outlet, plug in your lamp and you're ready to roll. Schlage suggests using a standard incandescent bulb in the lamp to take advantage of the dimmer functions, but I actually have an eco twisty bulb (as I like to call them) that works sans dimming. After you're setup you have total control over the module from your control panel (via your device or the web) where you can turn the light on or off and use the dimming function. Use this to turn on the lights before you get home, when you're on vacation or to just mess with your spouse (my personal favorite). You can also tie the light module in with the lock (which we'll get to) as well as create a schedule (just like a regular lamp timer) if you plan to be away.
The light module is a simple plug-in box with one controlled and one open receptacle
Just plug into an outlet and you're done!
Wireless Camera
This is the one component that intrigued me most I think. Not in the aspect that I'm shady and want to keep an eye on people in my house, but just that I could easily have the option to view the camera from my BlackBerry while I'm away. Again, the setup of the camera was cake. Just enter the ID of the unit in the online control panel, click a few options, setup your wireless network to play nice with the camera and you're done. Once the camera restarts and is ready to go, you can pretty much put it anwhere within range of your wireless network (and an electical outlet to plug it in) and you're free to view. I currently have mine looking over my driveway for lack of anything better. You can view the camera from your browser via the web or fire up the app and check things out on your phone. I was surprised at the clarity of the image as it actually shows very well on my device and better yet from the web. The cool thing is that you can add multiple cameras as well. So if you want to get really crazy, you can deck out your house with cameras and never miss a beat.
The camera isn't too ugly and easily to mount/install nearly anywhere you can plug it in
Lock Lever
For the door lock you have a few options from Schlage. You can choose from either the deadbolt or keypad in Satin Nickel, Bright Brass or Aged Bronze. For most people installing the deadbolt or lever will choose to be the most difficult of the entire process. If you're at all handy and have a few tools you should have no problem from start to finish. If you aren't a big fan of screwdrivers or taking things apart, you might want to enlist the help of someone else but the instructions do make things clear and easy enough for most.
To start you'll have to remove the existing door knob/lever which doesn't involve more than a few screws. Once the assembly is out you'll hopefully be left with an opening that will match the Schlage setup you're going with. If not, you'll have to dive in a bit and tweak thinks up to get the right fit. From there, simply follow the instructions and insert the lever piece by piece, tighten the provided screws and you're in. Install the batteries, attach the cover and levers and that's that. I did have a few issues with the size of my strikeplate so I had to make a few minor modifications, but the overall process only took about 30 minutes or so.
The "guts" of the keypad lever - batteries are included!
Once you've got the hardware installed you will pair the lock with the bridge (provided in the starter kit). Again, there are easy instructions for all of this, but it basically consists of removing the bridge from power, putting in a 9-volt battery and pressing a few buttons. You get confirmation on both devices when you did things correctly and you're lock is ready. You can then add it into your account via the control panel on the web. From there you can view battery status, create lock codes and more. The lock comes programmed with an entry code, but you can create any number of others for family members, the housekeeper, babysitter etc. You can customize each to only work for a set period of time (ie. 2-4pm) and also send you SMS alerts when used. From both the web control panel and your device you can also "buzz" the lock which will unlock and relock the unit so you can let someone in right from your device. This is useful if a guest shows up at your door while you're not there or you're just too lazy to get off the couch and unlock the door. Again, you can tie the lock unit in with other devices, so when entering a code you can unlock the door as well as activate the light module so you don't have to enter a dark house - very cool. If you have the lever locked, you can still open the door from the inside without doing a thing, and it will stay locked once you close the door again.
The back of the lever - Unlock and lock button make things easy
The lock lever is pretty sweet - the buttons light up and feel bery solid
Thermostat
Typically the thermostat installation shouldn't be a very difficult task. In most newer homes you can simply pop off the old unit, swap a few wires, attach the new unit and be done with it. In my case (and what I'm sure is the extreme opposite end) things may not be so simple. The thermostat was actually what I was going to install first, but it turned out to be the last and most lengthy of all the pieces.
Ye olde ugly thermostat
Two-wires means more work (but it paid off)
Most homes will be outfitted with a 4 or 5 wire thermostat cable from the furnace (boiler, heat pump or whatever). Each serves a purpose, and the Trane thermostat provided needs them all to work properly. The unit is self powered, so it needs to receive current from the furnace itself to operate. Unfortunately my old system was original to the house (built in 1959) and I was presented with only a 2-wire unit (I don't have central AC). This meant a decent project was in store. I thought running a new cable would be easy enough, so I snagged 100ft on Amazon for a decent price, and when it arrived I was eager to go. I popped off my old unit hoping to just run the new wire along the same path as the old on the way to my furnace. Sadly the old wire looked to be installed while the house was being built, so it ran all over through my walls - wedged behind studs and snaked behind electical boxes. Once I realized this was a no go I tried to run the new cable on it's own which didn't work out so well either. After an hour or so of trying to snake the line through the walls I decided to move to plan C. I found a new suitable location for the new thermostat, drilled a few holes through a different wall and floor and the cable found the way to the furnace. I hooked up the needed wires (again, explained very clearly in the instructions) and hooked up everything as it needed to be. When I flipped the power to the furnace back on, the thermostat came to life and I was in business ... thankfully.
Shiny new Trane Thermostat
More wires means more fun!
From there I needed to pair the device to the bridge with the same process as before. A few button presses and flashing lights and all was well. The unit was then added to my account and viewable in the control panel. The options for controlling the thermostat are plenty. You can choose from the existing Energy Saver option or create your own heating/cooling schedule. You can view the status of your system, place the unit on hold and change temperature remotely. Perfect for monitoring when you're away or just turning up the heat from bed on a cold night.
The Control Panel
From the web you have a huge control panel that houses all the options you need to get things done. You can control all the pieces of the puzzle from one interface, as well as rename units, program codes, set a heating/cooling schedule, add phones and much, much more. It's the "command center" for your house once you get everything up and running.
From here you can also set Events and Schedules. Event's are things like getting the lights on when the door opens, and schedules would be triggering the lights on at 5am to wake you up in the morning. You can figure out what needs you have and they will do the job for you.
The BlackBerry App
Here is the coolest part of it all. You can control all your newly installed pieces right from your BlackBerry, no matter where you are. You'll have to create a PIN when you start the app the first time which is good as it prevents unwanted users from getting at your stuff. You'll have to setup your device via the web, and then you can choose which units the phone can access, change alerts and more. Total control on the go.
The main screen shows you a list of all your components that you can scroll through.
Check the status of your lock (locked or unlocked) on the security screen.
On the Climate screen you current heating/cooling status where you can choose to run schedules, change the temperature and more.
The Cameras screen shows your available cameras - just click to view.
Lighting and Automation shows all the installed light modules. Choose one and easily dim or turn on/off.
Final thoughts
Once you get all the installation done you can just sit back and do your thing. You can install the free app to your device OTA from which you can access all the features of the control panel (for the most part). You can control your light module (or multiple ones if you add to your system), view any cameras, unlock your door and, change your thermostat settings.
I'm definitely a big fan of the entire system, although some friends and family find it a bit too "geeky" to comment on. I do like the fact that I can monitor my heating system when I'm away and even check on things from the comfort of my office. Having the keypad on my door means no reason to carry extra house keys around as long as I remember my code. I have one set for daytime that simply unlocks the door and another for nights when I want to turn the light on as well. I think down the road I'll toss a few more light modules on and maybe another camera, just to take the "go big or go home" approach. At $8.99/month, it's not a bad price to pay for all the features you get. Schlage is a big name so everything is very well built and should last for years to come. They are constantly adding more features that make things even better, and hopefully more toys will be added to the lineup at some point as well.
So is the LiNK system a good buy? I believe it is. It all depends on how much tech you want to surround yourself in. The price to get started is a bit steep (around $150 for a lock, camera and thermostat and $50 for a light module). I personally like the fact that my house is a nerdy as I am, but others may not feel the same. The price may be hard to justify for some, but you don't have to go all out with every component either. All the items can work on their own, so if there is something you like more than another you can work with just that. The available starter kits come with either a keypad lever or deadbolt, light module and bridge. You can find the full selection at the Schlage LiNK site or many home improvement stores.
Check out all the Schalge LiNK products
Contest: Want to try a Schalge LiNK setup for yourself? We're passing on the fun and giving away one starter kit. To enter to win just leave a single comment on this post. You'll be able to choose a starter kit to get you up and running. Good luck!
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joeybagodonuts Mar 29, 2011 at 7:15 pm
just bought a house and getting it remodeled...this would be a perfect house warming gift. Thanks for the chance CB!!!!
andie1995 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:15 pm
This would be wonderful considering we have 6 kids who are always losing their keys!
smasha132 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:16 pm
this would help keep the kids safe
RolfWeber Mar 29, 2011 at 7:18 pm
Open Sesame!
newcollector Mar 29, 2011 at 7:20 pm
What a great way to keep the home safe and to make sure all is locked and from my Torch! It's a winner for me, please!
voiceman#cb Mar 29, 2011 at 7:24 pm
By the Power of Crackberry I command thee to come forth and protect my kingdom, or at least all of my crap.
pyrus Mar 29, 2011 at 7:24 pm
This would be frikin sweet
Snypa Mar 29, 2011 at 7:27 pm
I would love this. Thanx Crackberry for the opportunity.
gtirsmiley Mar 29, 2011 at 7:28 pm
Ive always wanted one of these
hilmar2k Mar 29, 2011 at 7:29 pm
I would love to win this.
matt.t.martin Mar 29, 2011 at 7:29 pm
Hello? What's that? Why, yes, I would like a new Schlage LiNK system with BlackBerry integration. Thanks!
hopeforfx Mar 29, 2011 at 7:31 pm
I would put this to good use immediately.
bpgui Mar 29, 2011 at 7:31 pm
I'd like one
sundiego Mar 29, 2011 at 7:31 pm
Blackberry = new Lock & key?? Yes Please!!
funkydope_98 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:31 pm
Would love to try this!!!!
Birddog2 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:32 pm
this would solve many problems around our house. We seem to get locked out far too often.
excessfat Mar 29, 2011 at 7:33 pm
Hmmm... This will look pretty darn interesting to set up.
BoldMeister Mar 29, 2011 at 7:34 pm
I'd love to try it!
jeeps5 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:35 pm
This i could use.
deswayze Mar 29, 2011 at 7:36 pm
Way kewl! I would love one of these (but my wife will think its just another gadget - she'll get over it!)
NoArmsJames Mar 29, 2011 at 7:39 pm
You have no idea how much I could benefit from this! Being disabled and living alone, the automation this provides is priceless.
I HATE people who play the cripple card, but for something this awesome and beneficial I'm willing to hate myself a bit.
charrion Mar 29, 2011 at 7:40 pm
Want!
tysweet77 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:42 pm
Awesome! Home automation is the greatest!
StaticFX Mar 29, 2011 at 7:43 pm
OMG COOLEST CONTEST!!!!! thank you CB!!
iPhoneTHS Mar 29, 2011 at 7:43 pm
Please, oh PLEASE Santa, make this a April to remember.
stormin_suzie Mar 29, 2011 at 7:45 pm
YES!
firegrove Mar 29, 2011 at 7:47 pm
I soooooo want this system and have for a while. Just haven't been able to afford it. Please, please, please....
mtnsrgr8 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:48 pm
An awesome product and terrific app for Blackberry!!!!!!
pkcable Mar 29, 2011 at 7:48 pm
DUDE, I need this!
jwsnj3rd Mar 29, 2011 at 7:48 pm
Cool..id love one it would be hard for me to decide on witch one I wanted maybe the thermostat one maybe the lighting or the camera with two kids at home i can check on the baby sitter when were away or when I’m at work at nights i can check in while there all sleeping hummmmm
ldeffinbaugh Mar 29, 2011 at 7:49 pm
Nice, I have been wanting to get this system
samjuan Mar 29, 2011 at 7:49 pm
Please, please, PLEASE welcome me into the 23rd century! I soo want this!
tachnid Mar 29, 2011 at 7:49 pm
I would love this
theruined Mar 29, 2011 at 7:50 pm
This is try #5 for this thing...let's hope #5 is the charm!
nick905 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:51 pm
This is such a sweet setup. Let it roll!!
tpony Mar 29, 2011 at 7:51 pm
This product looks and sounds awesome. I'd be stoked to win this.
teamfoster03 Mar 29, 2011 at 7:51 pm
Count me in! Dont know how I missed this the first time but this looks awesome!
steppi Mar 29, 2011 at 7:55 pm
Dude I need that Right Now
probass Mar 29, 2011 at 7:55 pm
The safety factor would mean a lot to me and my family.
dehelmi Mar 29, 2011 at 7:57 pm
YES!!! Please pick me!! I've been wanting this for awhile.
kroux Mar 29, 2011 at 7:57 pm
I would love this!
flyingspatula Mar 29, 2011 at 7:59 pm
I hope I win. this would be great!
jcastilloalonso Mar 29, 2011 at 8:00 pm
Wow that sounds amazing. PLEASE pick me, I know it's a long shot, but I'm very worried of which of the 3 to pick... Every one has a special function I would use every day...
hummingbird314 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:03 pm
I would love to have this.
linuxdaemon Mar 29, 2011 at 8:03 pm
Crackberry keeps taunting me with these :)
BuddhasPursuit Mar 29, 2011 at 8:05 pm
This has to be close to almost as good as the wheel and bread. So 2 more sets of lost keys I am hoping th lock Gods take pitty on me.
johnycuc777 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:05 pm
Sweet!
adwalsh Mar 29, 2011 at 8:06 pm
I so need this......pick me !!!
heaven1794 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:07 pm
Count me in for this ! :)
shiwq Mar 29, 2011 at 8:11 pm
Sign me up
accuberryedwin Mar 29, 2011 at 8:15 pm
this would be great gift for my wife and i, since we are looking to buy a house. I would love to try it out. good luck everyone
ItsMe6 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:13 pm
ME ME PICK ME
greyhd Mar 29, 2011 at 8:13 pm
Nice. Sign me up.
mssca Mar 29, 2011 at 8:15 pm
Me please!!!!
rob5692 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:16 pm
This would be a great addition to my home
Setanta Mar 29, 2011 at 8:16 pm
Wow!!! I would really put this to good use. Pick me please.
liestarter Mar 29, 2011 at 8:16 pm
I wonder how many of this applications would work in an apartment.
jbajik Mar 29, 2011 at 8:16 pm
I'm buying a house I need this. Blackberry has done it again.... AUTOMATION TO THE FULLEST..... I LOVE IT ......
klrss Mar 29, 2011 at 8:18 pm
I will like you if you give me the free kit. ha! Thanks
otongtea Mar 29, 2011 at 8:19 pm
I would love to try it.
calboogi Mar 29, 2011 at 8:19 pm
As always .. my chips are down.
1magine Mar 29, 2011 at 8:19 pm
These giveaways always have the most posts. Beats even a new BB device or PB. Hope they will fully support 6.1 and QNX. Been literally dreaming of this type of setup for years.
andrewmcwhirter Mar 29, 2011 at 8:20 pm
This looks cool! Would be great in my new Condo!
k_evjen Mar 29, 2011 at 8:24 pm
I will win this!
EeyoreFan75 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:28 pm
This could be very interesting....
peterallcdn Mar 29, 2011 at 8:29 pm
I've tried to win this in two previous contests, maybe third times the charm!
pathunt Mar 29, 2011 at 8:29 pm
what a beauty...please select me as I want this awesome system!
con4n007 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:29 pm
I want one !!
MrTaz32 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:30 pm
Nice write up, i've always thought of buying one, but lets hope to win one first.
Glas4d Mar 29, 2011 at 8:32 pm
This would be great for my place!
bgriff25 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:35 pm
What an awesome contest!! Way to Go CrackBerry!
just_luc Mar 29, 2011 at 8:36 pm
These are totaly awesome! Really hope I win
texasbid Mar 29, 2011 at 8:37 pm
Great accessory for my BB and business.
Kennedy.L Mar 29, 2011 at 8:39 pm
please!
JayRib Mar 29, 2011 at 8:40 pm
I really need one of these bad becasue I always travel and like to check on my wife and son, especially my house.
kevcro Mar 29, 2011 at 8:41 pm
Hook me up
shamoo711 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:44 pm
This thing would be sososo amazing to have at my house!!!
mooniefresh13 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:45 pm
I'd be winning like Charlie Sheen with a Schlage. Most people in Eastern Kentucky don't even have a security system, I'd be the smartest man on my holler, lol. Seriously though, it would probably save me on my $490 power bill AND my wife couldn't nag at me for screwing around with electronics. Double winning.
rotto16 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:45 pm
We have the schlage dead bolt with out the home link and love it. The starter kit and home link would make that much better. GREAT product!
TOTTES Mar 29, 2011 at 8:47 pm
Im in!!!
filanto Mar 29, 2011 at 8:48 pm
looks pretty interesting
MrMara Mar 29, 2011 at 8:49 pm
This would drive my wife nuts. I want it.
Jaywifh Mar 29, 2011 at 8:52 pm
Just moved in to new home this would be IDEAL! PLEASE! :D :D
Crackberrycrazy Mar 29, 2011 at 8:52 pm
this would be so awesome!
kolokmee Mar 29, 2011 at 8:53 pm
pick me ..... i'm a voyeur!
nautcasprt6 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:54 pm
Oh boy would I love a door knob to accomodate my Viper alarm. Control everything from my phone. The wireless camera also sounds good since I just got a puppy and can monitor her when I step out of the house.
Good luck to all and Thanks to CB and Schlage
hypnotik411 Mar 29, 2011 at 8:56 pm
Posting and wishing!
adzfar Mar 29, 2011 at 8:58 pm
Team, please count me in! Thanks!
kiseka Mar 29, 2011 at 9:00 pm
I'd use the camera to spy on that damn neighbourhood cat that's been getting in my garbage. I'd use the lock on the front door to prank my wife and kid. And I'd use the temp control to freeze out any would be robbers.
36dbldz Mar 29, 2011 at 9:01 pm
as many times you put these up i keep trying to win! #FAIL
Reibs Mar 29, 2011 at 9:02 pm
I really like this
uscfox Mar 29, 2011 at 9:04 pm
I am in.
steven4264 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:05 pm
This would be perfect for my new house
Jerky223 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:08 pm
Hot! I would love this.
Nammer403 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:08 pm
id like this
pooger Mar 29, 2011 at 9:12 pm
Liberty in North Korea!
Five50What Mar 29, 2011 at 9:12 pm
I want to upgrade the Schlage locks in my home with a Schlage Schtarter Kit!
brades Mar 29, 2011 at 9:13 pm
this looks awesome!
jsmith2#cb Mar 29, 2011 at 9:13 pm
This looks great - would love to win it!
tspderek Mar 29, 2011 at 9:16 pm
geektastic!
Bill_Johnson Mar 29, 2011 at 9:16 pm
AWESOME! I would LOVE to win this!! Thanks for the chance!!
TheWait_IsOver Mar 29, 2011 at 9:18 pm
Yo qiero Schlage para mi casa!
doctr2k Mar 29, 2011 at 9:21 pm
Oh this would be so much fun to play with.. gotta throw my name in the hat for this
doodie1231 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:24 pm
i would so love one of these!!!!!
ghenning Mar 29, 2011 at 9:25 pm
The ultimate in convenience. Love to set up the house this way.
arieltf Mar 29, 2011 at 9:25 pm
I've been looking at this system for a while now. Please pick me!!!
minerdigs Mar 29, 2011 at 9:26 pm
Would be great to have.
revrnddan Mar 29, 2011 at 9:26 pm
oh i need this!!!!
SmithN23 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:27 pm
In
gold182 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:28 pm
I want to win
FIVEFIFTYWHAT Mar 29, 2011 at 9:28 pm
...I could use a BlackBerry controlled Schlage lock! ...and then some!! Yes!!!
wobly Mar 29, 2011 at 9:28 pm
This is what I need. Just ship it to me and we will call it good. ;)
cu19 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:32 pm
Great explanation about a great set up. LiNK me up to this.
Thanks for the amazing contest !!
KiNGCiTY14 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:33 pm
Please Geek My House!!!
Berknip Mar 29, 2011 at 9:34 pm
Coolness is a good lock... :)
placroix Mar 29, 2011 at 9:34 pm
wow I know how to use this for sure,,,,,
crackberry I wanna win this wonderful contest
04blackout Mar 29, 2011 at 9:35 pm
Perfect for the family!
IronYam Mar 29, 2011 at 9:36 pm
Like.
LacyA9000 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:36 pm
This would be extra neat if you could have the same "account" for multiple smart phones...
map105 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:39 pm
Oh Gods of Crackberry, bestow upon me the coolest of cool toys. ROCK ON!! :-D
gtjud Mar 29, 2011 at 9:40 pm
I would love this system!
akide Mar 29, 2011 at 9:41 pm
missed out last time around! would love to win this time!
Peppy690 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:43 pm
i always sign up for this one!!!!! I really could use this!
Mr_The_Plague Mar 29, 2011 at 9:44 pm
A must have for being an extremely busy BES Admin with a loooong commute!
jordanc76 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:44 pm
this is something that everyone can use I am sure!!
subsector Mar 29, 2011 at 9:44 pm
Awesome! This will be perfect in our new house!
tcseacliff Mar 29, 2011 at 9:45 pm
Schlage makes the best locks. been using them for years . this would be another great product of theirs to use, count me in please!
Ainen Mar 29, 2011 at 9:46 pm
The monthly fee makes it a no go. You have all this hardware at home, including a main bridge unit to connect to, yet somewhere an additional piece comes in that's $120 a year? Just to be 'cool'? Expensive toys.
bikester Mar 29, 2011 at 9:46 pm
Want want want
lovecrack Mar 29, 2011 at 9:47 pm
I would love to win
shredney Mar 29, 2011 at 9:49 pm
I really think it is my turn, moving into a new place so perfect timing
kuku25 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:50 pm
SO awesome!
Gamesdmc3 Mar 29, 2011 at 9:51 pm
i stay in the hood,so help me out!
rediroc Mar 29, 2011 at 9:51 pm
Have been tryin to get my wife as excited as I am about this for some time now. This is the most clear, precise and best explanation and review I've seen on CB in a very long time. I've seen the units before and this will help her to get a the full understanding of why I've wanted one so long. Thanks guys.
GottaUseABlackBerry Mar 29, 2011 at 9:55 pm
Security just like a BlackBerry
baselb Mar 29, 2011 at 9:55 pm
Amazing! Please count me in
lazydogrex Mar 29, 2011 at 9:56 pm
Great system for security and convenience. Thanks to CrackBerry and Schlage for the opportunity to win a starter kit.
martain Mar 29, 2011 at 9:57 pm
My house would love to get a great makeover like this.
johnbrun Mar 29, 2011 at 9:59 pm
This system looks like it was made for me! So do the right thing, draw my name out of the hat, and everybody goes home happy!
chadnichols Mar 29, 2011 at 9:59 pm
Uber Nice!!
Laureanne Mar 29, 2011 at 10:00 pm
My 2 daughter come home before I get home. I can't tell you how many times they forget their key and get locked out. It's such a headache! This would be a great relief for me and my daughters.
Fit24 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:02 pm
Thanks for considering me for this app.
blutricky Mar 29, 2011 at 10:02 pm
uh yea, I want in on this one....home automation...YES!
jetstreamblue Mar 29, 2011 at 10:02 pm
Amazing bundle of technology! I could use every part -- camera to keep an eye on the dogs would be really useful!
mdsoc17 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:07 pm
Looks awesome! Count me in.
hunoosh Mar 29, 2011 at 10:08 pm
Please help keep my family safe. :-)
rexxenex Mar 29, 2011 at 10:08 pm
awesome!
painfulleap1 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:09 pm
Wow this is amazing stuff right here. I've always dreamed about the day I could control my house with the press of a button from my phone anywhere I needed.
If I win, prepare to see extreme happy dance and mega promotions throughout my city of how I can lock my doors from work.
Yell0w Mar 29, 2011 at 10:09 pm
This would be an awesome prize to win!
2KWK4U Mar 29, 2011 at 10:12 pm
I've been wanting this for a while but cash is just not there for it........
iamjohnnytrox Mar 29, 2011 at 10:13 pm
This is the best thing ever invented.
jussimple Mar 29, 2011 at 10:14 pm
Count me in! I've been looking at these for awhile but haven't decided wether these would be worth the time. Hopefully i get it.
jamesd98ca Mar 29, 2011 at 10:15 pm
would LOVE this!!!
elephantpizza Mar 29, 2011 at 10:15 pm
Wow, sounds really cool! House of the future controlled all by internet? :P The next it robots haha
ArgoFX Mar 29, 2011 at 10:19 pm
Cool. I would like to win one :)
triquetra Mar 29, 2011 at 10:20 pm
I am pretty techy so if instructions easy...be great to see which of my dogs do the damage to the bathroom while we're gone-one of them resents it, lol!
omar712 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:22 pm
Very interesting
Rob FDIinc Mar 29, 2011 at 10:26 pm
Maybe the second time is the charm
CrackMachine Mar 29, 2011 at 10:27 pm
Neat system. Anyone know how it compares to X10 based systems?
alexfisher Mar 29, 2011 at 10:28 pm
This system would be awesome to setup and play with. And keep the fam safe. I'm in!
DeLeonR Mar 29, 2011 at 10:29 pm
Awesome!!!
blackmoe Mar 29, 2011 at 10:33 pm
This is definitely the missing link in my life. Good bye X10 - hello Schlage!
zensen Mar 29, 2011 at 10:33 pm
Geek me out with this technological wonder!
cpldaigle Mar 29, 2011 at 10:39 pm
this would make life easy
SPACE-AGE-INC Mar 29, 2011 at 10:41 pm
Another reason to keep your blackberry
scottsizzle Mar 29, 2011 at 10:42 pm
I have always wanted something like this!! Helps when gf keeps losing her damn keys lol
alansch2002 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:43 pm
Wow what great idea......i love being safe and i love my blackberry.......great combo.
wv_sbtl Mar 29, 2011 at 10:46 pm
I would love to win this for our new house!
Ramsy Mar 29, 2011 at 10:48 pm
I could use one of these!
shepperd720 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:48 pm
This would be awesome, thanks in advance.
limh5 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:52 pm
I want one please!!!
Hairbear1954 Mar 29, 2011 at 10:55 pm
This has to be one of the most awesome devices for your home. Especially how it works with your Blackberry. I have been eyeballing it for about a year now.
Sure would be sweet to win this as well!
rscarlett Mar 29, 2011 at 10:57 pm
Lookin' good. Bring it on!!!
digitard Mar 29, 2011 at 11:15 pm
I want! WIth a 4yr old, and 6 month old, the faster we can get in and the more we can be paranoid and confirm the door is locked the better! My wife would LOVE this.
NYBOLD9700 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:15 pm
Everything looks official!
coldfir3 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:18 pm
OMG!! I literally just moved into a new house today and this would be an amazinngggg add! :D
robj75 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:18 pm
I am geek.
tyler_zyco Mar 29, 2011 at 11:21 pm
oh man, this would be so cool!!!
Hockeypuck55 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:23 pm
How great would this be? Count me in.
berrysmith Mar 29, 2011 at 11:24 pm
I think I've got this one "locked up!" Positive thinking is the "key" to winning!
mark692 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:26 pm
right here baby!
tfrankson Mar 29, 2011 at 11:27 pm
I would truly love to win this.
wfort Mar 29, 2011 at 11:27 pm
sign me up!
mugents Mar 29, 2011 at 11:27 pm
Pick me! Pick me!
prown01 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:30 pm
This would be amazing to win
wilsonryanp Mar 29, 2011 at 11:42 pm
This is incredible!! Being able to turn the ac/heat to a comfortable temperature, turn on the lights, and also unlock the door all when I leave work... Kudos to Schlage for such an innovation, and to both them and Crackberry for offering one up for grabs!! (And on a side note, which keyway does it use, and would I be able to master it to my personal office key?? (Schlage "C" six pin keyway)) in case the batteries die, or heaven forbid lose my precious blackberry??
Also, I do have to welcome hal into my home with open arms!! :D
tjdevine Mar 29, 2011 at 11:32 pm
Would be greatly appreciated. Getting a new house in 2 months.
Wbrian Mar 29, 2011 at 11:33 pm
This is what technology was madre for! I've been waiting for this forever. And, Schlage ROCKS, so you know it's good quality.
Excited!
Brian
doughboyy Mar 29, 2011 at 11:34 pm
winnar??
trinishan Mar 29, 2011 at 11:37 pm
pick me!
strummer86 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:37 pm
i would love this!!!
t3chi Mar 29, 2011 at 11:39 pm
Oooh, I was thinking about getting a keypad based lock but this is much better! Thanks for the review.
cajunchei#cb Mar 29, 2011 at 11:43 pm
very cool product i want one
bjw408h Mar 29, 2011 at 11:46 pm
Yes please!
awong7 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:47 pm
really neat stuff.
i would love to have one =)
jrh_bberry Mar 29, 2011 at 11:48 pm
Looks like a neat devise. I need to have some fun setting this thing up. Hope I win!
psarna Mar 29, 2011 at 11:48 pm
Give it to me :D
tofuism Mar 29, 2011 at 11:51 pm
would love to try this in my new home!
wsp1811 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:52 pm
WOW! This is exactly what I need while traveling with my BB. Great product SCHLAG and thanks to CB for show casing and reviewing it.
MJ151 Mar 29, 2011 at 11:54 pm
That is a pretty cool set up, can't wait to win it :)
The_New_Dude Mar 29, 2011 at 11:55 pm
This is an awesome system!
MattBerry08 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:00 am
Add me! sounds interesting!
jessebo8247 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:02 am
oh yeah another geek toy to piss the wife off. lol I'll take 2 hehe..
andino Mar 30, 2011 at 12:02 am
Would love one of these to lock up the garage with my project car so no one but me can mess with it ^_^
gord888 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:03 am
that is pretty nifty. I wonder how long it'll take before this stuff becomes more affordable ?
jerseybberry Mar 30, 2011 at 12:05 am
I have yet to see love from a crackberry employee. not even so much as a shout out. these contests are ploys for our minds to keep reading. ive been had.
shift2112 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:07 am
This is so sweet. I missed out on the last Schlage Giveaway so hopefully I can secure this bad boy!
chiripio Mar 30, 2011 at 12:10 am
Nice would like to have one
rawza Mar 30, 2011 at 12:11 am
this is very nice I can see it being used with ease I would love to try it out
neoflasher Mar 30, 2011 at 12:12 am
I want this.. pick me
QueXiaQuanton Mar 30, 2011 at 12:13 am
Would love to add home security to my list of things my blackberry can do
dcorx Mar 30, 2011 at 12:13 am
Give another phone away
jmurdock13 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:17 am
LOVE IT!! LOVE IT!! LOVE IT!! BIG FAN OF SCHLAGE!!
cali8530 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:18 am
i would love to win this in the bronze and know that i am safe and secure with no worries away from home. and it would all be thanks to crackberry and schalge . once again you nailed a great giveaway. thanks crackberry, you rock!!!!
imakeithail Mar 30, 2011 at 12:27 am
This would be so great !
portal Mar 30, 2011 at 12:35 am
Count me in! :)
Alberta Blue Mar 30, 2011 at 12:39 am
So cool. would love to try it.
bjemiller Mar 30, 2011 at 12:45 am
Bouncin' Blackberry this is AwEsOmE!! Count me in :-)
the-Twon Mar 30, 2011 at 12:50 am
Open Sesame. OK just open the door, turn on the lights and crank the heat.
trtrtodd Mar 30, 2011 at 12:52 am
I have installed the Schlage keyless locksets on a few clients houses, and they love them. I'd love to try it on my house, sign me up!
BuddyAndBreezysMama Mar 30, 2011 at 12:54 am
Please please please I could really use this pretty please with sugar on top lol
DJJJ Mar 30, 2011 at 12:54 am
Great for seeing what's going on while I'm away. Love to have one for peace of mind
Gawain Mar 30, 2011 at 12:55 am
I'll enter another Crackberry.com give-away yet again. This will be quite useful though...
jforce Mar 30, 2011 at 12:56 am
Man! Everytime I see these featured I want one more and more! So cool!
Deluzioned Mar 30, 2011 at 12:57 am
i need this
muama6 Mar 30, 2011 at 12:57 am
I will love to get this starter kit, so I can try it and see if I install this system!!!
briton.hefty Mar 30, 2011 at 1:02 am
As I have always said in these contests, you can't win if you don't play.
eduardog21 Mar 30, 2011 at 1:04 am
Sign me up. I can find some good use for that starter kit.
ajtomac Mar 30, 2011 at 1:13 am
I'll take it , please
Swamp55 Mar 30, 2011 at 1:16 am
Sounds very geekily cool! I would be VERY excited to receive this setup! Schlage me!
magnetman- Mar 30, 2011 at 1:16 am
I could make use of one.
irnik Mar 30, 2011 at 1:22 am
I'm a Building Control System installer and I'm very eager to win this for my house!
nn24 Mar 30, 2011 at 1:23 am
Thanks.
rethcork Mar 30, 2011 at 1:30 am
Cool product and good luck to everyone!
poolrookie78 Mar 30, 2011 at 1:43 am
This would be sweeeeet!!!
cabdriver Mar 30, 2011 at 1:43 am
Cool, count me in
topherpaquette Mar 30, 2011 at 1:47 am
this is fricken sweet! i love products like this and hope to win!
techboy1980 Mar 30, 2011 at 1:50 am
i want this so frikkin bad... maybe i'll buy all of the things i never had?
justmvg Mar 30, 2011 at 1:52 am
Count me in for this one!
The solution for parents who keep calling and saying: "YOU DIDN'T TURN THE LIGHTS OFF!" or the other version: "Guess why it's so hot in here?!"
jvictor77 Mar 30, 2011 at 1:53 am
How cool is this? I hope it's me!!
abUdi4 Mar 30, 2011 at 2:15 am
Count me in plz would like to win one :D
MI_Jester Mar 30, 2011 at 2:15 am
That would be nice for our new house. We've been looking at security systems.
Drew Oswalt Mar 30, 2011 at 2:15 am
great products.
Hengzo Mar 30, 2011 at 2:31 am
Wow, this would be perfect for property managers.
HaTaX Mar 30, 2011 at 2:36 am
NEED this... Well, at least I do for the purposes of the contest!
Now that monthly fee.... Gonna throw in 1 years worth of service if we twist your arm??
edthebudman Mar 30, 2011 at 2:39 am
Hey don't leave me out in the cold! I want to get in on one of these please
ansitm Mar 30, 2011 at 2:50 am
That's a great way to keep myself from being locked out of my house. Please send me the kit.
Thanks
ewap Mar 30, 2011 at 2:53 am
Pick me to win
mariusltu Mar 30, 2011 at 2:57 am
This time i'll win.
TolDyouso Mar 30, 2011 at 3:02 am
*Gief!* :)
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