Home Security

At least 13 people died as the result of a devastating fire in a Bronx apartment building last week. Could simple IoT (Internet of Things) devices prevent such disasters in the future, or at least slow the spread of flames and reduce casualties? During CES 2018, it makes sense to explore some new smart-home solutions […]

By Zachary Lloyd   If you’re in the market for home security, let’s discuss the D-Link Omna HD Camera. Tested in a single room, studio environment, this $150 camera sits in the corner of any room; strategically placed to watch the world around it using its 180-degree field of view. It is made from an […]

You have a feeling that someone has stepped into your backyard. In the past, you might have switched your TV to its dedicated “surveillance camera” channel to view the action. It was simple process of tapping a button on a handheld remote, but Logitech has simplified the task to a simple voice command. The company’s […]

Chances are, you or someone in your family received a laptop, tablet, or some other smart, Internet-connected device as a gift this holiday season. Related: How to prepare your house for the Internet of Things To help keep your family safe during the holidays, McAfee, a leading cybersecurity company, offers up the following tips: Think […]

Don’t let your happy holidays become unhappy hackidays. Check out the findings of McAfee’s survey to better protect yourself and your IoT (Internet of Things) devices from falling prey to hacking predators. IoT devices range from laptops and tablets to toys, so be sure you’re well prepared. McAfee‘s November 14th announcement, which reported the results […]

Power management company Eaton introduces the All-Pro MS180BT sensor, a Bluetooth-enabled motion sensor that lets users control their outdoor security lighting from the convenience of a mobile app. The sensor is compatible with any LED or incandescent security lighting product that uses a standard ½-inch threading connection. Related: How to use motion sensors outdoor for […]

Sure, home security cameras give added peace of mind, but the reality is, an unsecured camera puts you at risk. Apolonio Garcia, CEO of Cincinnati, Ohio-based HealthGuard IT Security, states that home security cameras that you watch on your smartphone are vulnerable to hackers. “With an unsecured video camera, someone half a world away can […]

Equipping our property with burglar and fire alarms, surveillance cameras and access control devices gives much needed peace of mind. But it becomes far more personal when it comes to protecting people, especially our elderly loved ones in the event of a medical emergency. Personal emergency response systems (PERS) can provide an extra layer of […]

With the just released Konnected Alarm Panel, you can take over the existing, wired, professionally installed alarm equipment in your home and convert it into a smarter wireless system that can be controlled from an app. All of the motion detectors, surveillance cameras, door and window sensors that were originally installed can now be controlled […]

LifeShield’s familiar slogan is Ultimate Monitoring with Four Layers of Protection. The company claims that its exclusive design incorporates multiple layers of protection, so you’re covered under any circumstances. Those four layers, LifeShield assures, provides blazingly fast response times that will reach the monitoring center in seconds. Even in the event that the Internet goes […]