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Weekly Update 512: IoT Lockout Fail
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Troy Hunt
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July 15, 2026, 12:37 a.m.
Weekly update
IoT devices
home automation
smart home
Personal Experience
Summary
Troy Hunt shares his frustrating experience with a smart home IoT doorlock that failed due to dead batteries, highlighting the pitfalls of relying on technology for convenience and the challenges of managing IoT devices.
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