Ready to throw away your keys? There's an app for that

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LOS ANGELES — A new app-powered door lock could move smart home locks into the mainstream.

The brainchild of industrial designer Yves Behar and tech veteran Jason Johnson, the August Smart Lock is a keyless lock system powered by a mobile app. The $249 device, which screws into most standard locks, promises to eliminate fumbling and hunting for keys. (For now, you'll still need to hunt for your phone).