MATA BioTech M28 fingerprint door lock

Yeah, yeah we know biometric door locks aren't exactly news, but MATA BioTech's M28 fingerprint recognition lock seems to be one of the first semi-reasonably priced ones for home or, more conceivably, small business use.  It'll run you $400 but you can install it yourself and kiss your keys goodbye cause you'll be kickin' it James Bond style from now on.  It can store up to 10 fingerprints and is powered by two AA batteries which are supposed to last up to a year (you really don't want these batteries to die on you, either).  They also have a $300 fingerprint drawer lock if you need to hide, you know, sensitive documents.

[Via GeekZone]

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

Saw this in popMECH last week I think. Cool I spose as long as you keep your fingers attached. Also saw a marker that uses invisabl ink so you can brand your own gadgets. Then shine a UV light on them, so show its ID :) pretty cool stuff...

http://www.godmode.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=48

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

Saw this in popMECH last week I think. Cool I spose as long as you keep your fingers attached. Also saw a marker that uses invisabl ink so you can brand your own gadgets. Then shine a UV light on them, so show its ID :) pretty cool stuff...

http://www.godmode.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=48

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

surely it would be wise to inlude a normal key as well? otherwise when the batteries do die you really are a little buggered. i imagine a locksmith wouldn't be much help in that situation... or at least not as much help as a crowbar.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

on further reading of the links, it seems they do have common sense "As a fail safe, three identical mechanical keys are included to manually open the door if needed"

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

if only there were more traditional-looking ones...

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

Humm $400 what about this one fro hhjust under $200.. http://www.biometricsdirect.com/Products/FA/FS-310.htm

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

I can't see it on this one but electronic locks I've seen in New Zealand have two external battery contacts to which you can hold a 9v battery in case of power loss. Thank God for 24/7 supermarkets eh?

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

slightly OT, but I'm actually looking for a decent PINned entry lock that isn't too expensive. We'd discussed fingerprint, but it's really not necessary. Anyone have some suggestions? Thanks.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

Note abt viability of fingerprint sensors:

1) Capactive sensors (sense by means of electricy) - Easy to hack.. just blow on it! (although with intermittent success)

2) Optical sensors - needs the right tools and your fingerprint (say, on a glass) to hack, but viable for a criminal who is planning a string of break-ins to break even on the equipment

3) Once your fingerprint is compromised, then what? Passwords you can change, but you can't change your finger... what if fingers get injured?

From http://www.giac.org/practical/Brad_Beals_GSEC.doc

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

Sweet thing, until of course, you realize that fingerprint based security systems are too easily broken to be a reliable thing for the front door.

http://www.ecogito.net/anil/2005/01/fingerprint-security-how-far-would-you.html

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

Every form of identification or authentication has drawbacks and weaknesses. Biometrics (who you are) can be hacked by a determined adversary, as several of the posters have noted. Access control tokens (what you have), whether high-security restricted keys, mag stripe, proximity, iClass, Weigand or other cards can be replicated with a ferocious enough application of technology. Entry codes (what you know) can be observed, keystroke logged, spoofed or otherwise stolen to gain access.
The best application in high-security situations lies in application of two or more of the three technologies in concert. Even this will not guarantee total security, but it raises the threshold immensely.

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

what abou thtis place if your in the uk

http://www.ukbiometrics.co.uk

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

This site has several different models (and they are all rated for outdoor use unlike the $200 one mentioned in #6):

http://www.fingerprintdoorlocks.com

[(Unverified) Posted Dec 19th 2005 2:13AM]

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