These locks, lights, and other smart home upgrades let you add automation without messing up your home’s vibe.

The days are longer, the weather's warming up, and we're all spending more time outdoors. I certainly am as my son begs to ride his bike to the playground every day after school now that the sun hasn't immediately set.

As we transition into these longer days, you might find yourself looking to solve a few problems for your outdoor-living lifestyle. Maybe you want to upgrade to a smart lock to make it easier to hang out in the neighborhood without needing to worry about your keys or locking the front door, or maybe you want some fun lighting that you don't need to manually turn on and off. Either way, those problems and many more can be solved by all kinds of outdoor smart home gadgets. Smart locks, smart lights, and more can upgrade your outdoor lounging and hosting experience from now until daylight savings ...