Security Systems

After living in a home for a few years, it's not uncommon to begin considering an upgrade. The question is: Do you want to renovate in place or move into...

Amazon Prime Day, delayed in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, is in full swing over October 13 and 14. The annual shopping event, exclusively for Prime members, typically results...

Image: R Architecture via Unsplash. Smart home living is nothing new. In fact, as of 2019, 83 million households across the U.S. had at least one smart device within their...

Google recently made a big announcement for the smart home world. The search engine giant revealed that they're investing $450 million in ADT, a leader in home security services. Google's...

The Google Nest Hello Video Doorbell remains one of our top recommendations for homeowners looking to better secure their front door. But since these doorbells are designed to replace a...

The latest in DIY security cameras and video doorbells are among the most popular connected home accessories, and for good reasons. These awareness solutions can instantly alert you to the...

Google Nest has started rolling out the new Nest Aware cloud video subscription plans to customers with Nest Cams, giving them the option to stay with their current first-generation plan...

Google has upped the ante on giveaways to existing Google Nest cam owners by offering a free Nest Mini speaker for those committing to annual, second-generation Nest Aware or Nest...

Smart home technology seems to be gaining steam everywhere at the moment, with 53.1 percent of Americans set to incorporate these devices by 2022. The Internet of Things (IoT) is...

It may be that you’re moving frequently because of your job. Or you simply like living as a short-term tenant before life takes you somewhere else. Or you’ve decided to...

Let's face it. Sooner or later, your dwelling may be targeted by thieves. But full-blown security systems are costly, right? Sure, they can be. However, with this SimpliSafe Home Security...

Home security is more important than ever. But traditional security cameras can only let you know when a crime has happened after the fact. You can't keep an eye on...

We are big fans of the Ring Stick Up Cam Battery and Spotlight Cam Battery, but these wireless outdoor security cameras need to be taken down periodically to have their...

Once upon a time, the phrase "smart apartment" defined a property in a great location at a highly appealing rental rate. Nowadays, "smart" carries a new meaning—it signifies that a...

In 2017, the FBI reported over 840,000 home burglaries occurred in the U.S. That’s not only shocking, but it’s also downright scary. The good news is, there are steps you...

The hot topic in today’s surveillance industry is ​facial recognition technology​. Not only is this groundbreaking tech being utilized for security purposes, but it’s becoming more common on smartphones, banking...

Smart homes are becoming a more affordable reality for many Americans. According to statistics firm Statista, the smart home market is expected to grow by 12 percent annually to reach...

Does the connected home market need yet another smart home hub and ecosystem? The team at Universal Electronics thinks so, and to prove the point has launched a collection of...

One of the many benefits of smart home technology is the ability to keep tabs on your home when you can’t be there. Forgot to turn off the lights? Do...

Given the rapid advancement and broad accessibility to smart home technology, it is becoming inextricably woven into our dwellings and lifestyles. But did you realize that the underpinnings of the...