I know it's not funny, but this happens all the time in hotels (not the murder part thank god). They hand out the key, and viola, you walk into an occupied room. now the chances of said person murdering your just met "friend" is about zero chance. So for JVS I'll never buy that type of defense.
My mother was a victim - she left the room for only a short period of time, and someone came in and stole her diamond and sapphire ring. Probably a maid, but none-the-less. If someone wants to get into your room - they can.
OTOH, I won't stay at a Holiday Inn because they are now testing out using the smartphone as hotel keys!
In short, the technology sends an encrypted, unique audio code to a guests phone prior to check-in. When played back outside the guestroom, the signal unlocks the door, letting the guest skip the front desk guests would also receive a text message with their room assignments while also eliminating the need for keycards, which is green and saves money.
Do you know how many internet thieves can intercept that information? Bloody scary.
I think this case is making me weary of hotels!
moo
Mel
