Awesome Security

It may be a promo ad for Intel, but Household Hackers’ tips on protecting yourself online are worth following, especially if you’re an avid online shopper or social network user. You can see more tips on Intel’s website.

Security locks for the wheels, seats and other parts of bicycles. Each lock is composed of a nut and a screw cap with a three character combination lock. You can personalize the characters on the locks too.

A bracelet that’s meant to hold passwords and other personal info. It uses your heart’s activity as authentication and it can interact with a variety of devices using gestures or Bluetooth to personalize and secure them. More here.

It seems over the top at times, but you’ll probably be a little more paranoid after watching this creepy ad from Belgian bank Febelfin showing the ease and the lengths at which a creeper is able to steal your identity.

Like Lockitron, August is a Bluetooth-enabled door lock. It attaches to your existing deadbolt and will allow you to open the door without using your keys. It also lets you bestow access to other people without giving them actual keys.

The Covert is a discreet lock that you can attach to the inside of practically any storage with a door or drawer. It comes with a magnetic “key” that moves the Covert’s latch to lock or unlock it.

The titanium escape ring comes with a 2-in-1 handcuff shim and saw that’ll help you get out of handcuffs, zip ties, tape and rope.  The tool is thin and flexible enough to fit in the ring’s interior.

An Internet-connected doorbell with a webcam, letting you see and talk to whoever’s at your doorstep via a mobile app. Get the Lockitron bundle and you’ll also be able to unlock the door remotely.

YouTuber Oggfaba’s design for a hidden door that blends almost seamlessly into the siding of their house is quite well-executed. The secret is kind of out with 40,000+ video views though.

Another wonder product from 3M, Privacy Filters ensure that what’s on your laptop or monitor is only visible to the person directly in front of it, i.e. you. Available in a variety of sizes.

The Wallet TrackR is a small and thin Bluetooth and GPS device that works with a free iOS app to help you locate your wallet or any object where the TrackR is attached. It has a range of 100ft.

Lock pick manufacturer Sparrows makes this unique pair of cufflinks, with posts that doubles as a key that unlocks most handcuffs. Could be useful in a kinky situation gone wrong.

Perhaps inspired by Walter White, here’s another compartment that’s hiding in plain sight. Turn the fastener hidden in the fake vent’s louvers to reveal the removable shelves.

Lockitron has been relaunched with more features, including a sensor that can detect if someone knocks at your door and a Bluetooth sensor that automatically unlocks the door when you’re near.

Protect your valuables and feel like a secret agent while doing so with the LIFTO-1414. The motorized safe pops up from the ground for easy access. Made of steel with fire-retardant lining.

The 1500eDBX electronic combination lock uses a simple but still secure directional code interface. It has a built-in battery that lasts up to 5 years.  More here. Now Master, about your naming scheme…

Designers Feng Cheng-Tsung and Cheng Yu-Ting have come up with an innovative way to deter bike thieves, with a pedal that transforms into a wheel lock. Break the lock, and you can’t ride the bike.

Industrial designer Arnaud Lapierre came up with the ultimate ‘Do Not Disturb’ sign. His concept doorknob uses a pulley system so that the knob outside can pulled in by twisting the knob inside.

The BOLT locks by Strattec learn to use vehicle keys as their own. The first key you use to unlock a BOLT lock becomes its key. The locks work with Chrysler, Ford and GM vehicle keys.

A small safe that resembles an electrical outlet. Comes with a cutout saw and a template to facilitate installation. Easily replace the outlet cover with one that matches the ones in your house.

An app from Lookout Labs that can email your smartphone’s location.  Best of all, you can install it even after you’ve misplaced your phone, thanks to the Android Market’s remote install feature.

A pair of gloves meant for self-defense. Embedded with 8oz of steel shot in the back of the hand. Also have steel plates over the fingers as well as extra padding to cushion impact. Not fair in a fight.

Designed to facilitate escape from a vehicle, such as when it’s submerged, caught fire or rolled over. It has a powerful plunger that breaks most car windows and a blade that slashes seat belts.