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 […]
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IoT Devices: Are You Prepared for Accept the Risk?
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 […]
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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 […]
Get the GuideAre Your Home Security Cameras Protected from Unwanted Eyes?
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 […]
Get the Guide10 Best Places to Shop for Smart Home Devices; Best Black Friday Deals
Forget about scouring the Earth to find that perfect home tech gift. They’re widely available and at places you probably already frequent. You can buy the perfect sweater, perfume, and socks at Kohl’s … then visit their new “Smart Home Experience” zone, where you’ll find lot of Amazon Echo devices. Head to Target for a […]
Get the GuideMedical Alert Systems: Protection for Your Elderly Loved Ones
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 […]
Get the GuideMake Your Old Home Security System Seem Like New
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 […]
Get the GuideHome of the Year Winner: Massive Home Improvement Project Features Colored Lighting
The young couple that bought this New York house decided to do a full-gut renovation and wanted to update the entire house with modern technology. The results are so impressive the project was named the Silver Before & After winner of the 2017 Electronic House Home of the Year Awards. See more award-winning homes here […]
Get the GuideHow Many Layers of Protection Do You Want From Your Home Security System?
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 […]
Get the GuideNetgear Arlo Outdoor Motion Sensor Light Adds Protection and Posh to Your Home
Motion triggered floodlights are an effective way to protect your home from trespassers and vandals. But why not also use your security lights for non-security reasons. That’s the thinking behind the new Arlo Outdoor Smart Home Security Light from Netgear. Powered by removable rechargeable batteries or an optional solar panel, the wireless Arlo Security […]
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