A Lock That 'Talks' to Phones
A Korean company has developed the world's first lock system that uses a microchip as the "key" for opening the door. As a result, the world's security professionals may soon be seeing systems that use chip-embedded cell phones as well as smart cards to gain access to buildings' sensitive areas.
The AnyKey system from Euro Electronics requires a simple installation and registration. Once those tasks are accomplished, qualified cell phones or security cards can open any door equipped for the system. If a card or phone is lost or stolen, the system can be reprogrammed quickly to deny access to the holder of that particular identification card or phone. If someone tries to gain access to the door using force, an alarm is activated.
The AnyKey was introduced to the world after three years and $1.7 million of research and testing.
Copyright © 2004 Bankers' Hotline. Originally appeared in Bankers' Hotline, Vol. 13, No. 10, 1/04
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