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In France, there's Vigik badges, which seem to have all the advantages of app-based locks without the defects (mainly: relying on an active device and being dep
by xcambar 4y ago
In France, there's Vigik badges, which seem to have all the advantages of app-based locks without the defects (mainly: relying on an active device and being dependent on external network and infrastructure).
Can someone here compare both systems?
- murderfs 4y agoThe downside is that you need to carry a separate dongle with you, instead of the phone you already have.
- Ekaros 4y agoA dongle? I really see no issue currently having bunch of these pieces of metal and plastic that magically allow me to open doors, even if there is power cut or the contract on the lock has run out...
- ciphol 4y agoI've been using a shiny metal dongle to lock my door for my whole life. Why would carrying a different shaped dongle be a problem?
- alpaca128 4y agoMy bank's ATM is out of order a few times per year, I don't see a reason to trust electronic locks more. Meanwhile I can't remember a time my physical lock just didn't work.
- yourusername 4y agoI've had my key break off inside the lock before.