"However, if you would like to access Lockitron only via your local network, then we welcome you to flash your base-station with a new image that gives you full access to develop as you see fit"
Obviously I've done about as much research as you so far, so it's very possible the scenario that I describe is unlikely. The point of my initial post was simply to reflect on the fact that in some cases I'd love to use this, and in other cases, maybe not so much.
right. but it doesn't say how it is flashed -- perhaps it requires you to hook up via usb?
I can understand people's fear of technology when it is used for security purposes, but if someone wanted to break in, there are easier ways than flashing the base station. All someone would need to do is take a picture of your physical key and they'll be able to make an identical one.
"However, if you would like to access Lockitron only via your local network, then we welcome you to flash your base-station with a new image that gives you full access to develop as you see fit"
https://lockitron.com/faq
Obviously I've done about as much research as you so far, so it's very possible the scenario that I describe is unlikely. The point of my initial post was simply to reflect on the fact that in some cases I'd love to use this, and in other cases, maybe not so much.