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We gave this Eufy camera 4 stars and now it's 20% off
The Eufy SoloCam S340 is down to $160 at Best Buy.
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Eufy's Matter-enabled smart lock is 30% off today
The Eufy Smart Lock E30 works with all the big smart home platforms, and it's just $120 at Amazon.
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For $13, this 128GB Samsung microSD card is perfect for security cams
Bundled with a card reader, this 128GB microSD card from Samsung is a whopping 62% off today.
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You can save 20% on two Tapo 2K cams for your home
The Tapo Indoor 2K Cameras are $80 at Best Buy
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Aosu Video Doorbell Ultra review: Budget-priced porch security
This versatile smart doorbell camera delivers plenty of flexibility for a low price—and without the need to pay for a cloud storage plan.
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Level Lock hardware business acquired by Assa Abloy
Assa Abloy will now manufacture what we consider to be the world’s best smart locks.
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You can get two Tapo 2K security cams for the price of one
The TP-Link Tapo 2K bundle is $126 at Amazon.
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Reolink’s new video doorbell shows visitors head-to-toe in 2K res
The Reolink Doorbell Battery also offers person, package, and vehicle detection; local storage; and dual-band Wi-Fi.
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Reolink's new pan/tilt security cam can record continuously for up to 8 days
The Altas PT Ultra outdoor pan/tilt home security camera boasts 4K resolution, color night vision, person-detection, and a massive 20,000mAh battery.
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Lockly's latest smart lock opens with just a glance
Lockly’s Visage lock has binocular facial recognition. The company debuted 3 other new locks, too, all of which support Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Home.
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Protecting your home costs a mere $100 with this awesome Arlo setup
The Arlo Home Security System is half-off at Amazon.
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Secure your whole home with this half-off Arlo three-cam bundle
This Arlo Essential XL camera bundle is just $200 at Best Buy.
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Snatch the new panning-and-tilting Ring cam for $60
The Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam is only $60 right now at Amazon.
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The outgoing but still great Ring Video Doorbell gets a 40% discount
The introduction of the all-new Ring Battery Doorbell has Amazon blowing out inventory of the model it's replacing for just $60.
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Ring's cheapest battery-powered video doorbell gains features
The all-new $100 Ring Battery Doorbell now boasts color night vision and easier charging, but there's another new feature that's even more exciting.
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Aqara Smart Lock U200 review: A retrofit lock with rough edges
While it has plenty of compelling features, Aqara’s latest retorfit smart lock is a few firmware updates short of being ready for for prime time.
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Keep an eye on your home with this 35%-off Reolink solar-powered camera
The Reolink Argus PT + Solar Panel is only $104 at Amazon.
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This 1080p TP-Link camera is a security-boosting bargain at $15
The TP-Link Tapo C100 can detect motion and see in the dark, and it's only $15 at Amazon today.
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Indoor/outdoor Blink Mini 2 security cam is just $20 for Prime Day
Extremely versatile and already budget-priced at its MSRP, you can grab one of these great cameras for half-off today.
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Eufy’s latest floodlight cam discounted to just $150 for Prime Day
The Eufy Floodlight Camera E340 scored TechHive’s Editors’ Choice award thanks to its bright LED panels and dual pan/tilt cameras. Grab one for 32% off!
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SimpliSafe home security bundles 50% off for Prime Day 2024
One of our favorite DIY home security systems is half off for Prime Day, ranging from a basic starter kit to bundles that include indoor and outdoor security cameras.
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How to turn your apartment into a smart home
Being a renter doesn't mean you can't enjoy high-tech comfort and convenience of a smart home. Our guide shows you how without upsetting your landlord.
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Kidde Detect 10 Year Smoke + Carbon Monoxide Alarm review
It lacks smart home connectivity, but this smoke and CO detector offers every other safety feature you could ask for, and it interconnects to other detectors.
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Blink security cameras gain new playback feature: Blink Moments
Subscribers who own more than one Blink home security camera will soon get recordings with multiple perspectives of what's happening around their property.
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Tapo's solar-powered security cam offers sustainable surveillance
TP-Link's smart home brand says 45 minutes of sunshine on the solar panel accompanying its SolarCam C402 is enough to power the security cam 24/7.
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SwitchBot Lock Pro review: A plus-sized retrofit smart lock
Putting aside this retrofit lock’s tremendous physical size, it’s sufficiently worthwhile to earn our cautious recommendation.
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myQ Smart Indoor Camera review: No longer limited to garages
This inexpensive indoor camera needs some updates to make for a more compelling surveillance option.
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Safemo's solar-powered security system promises privacy first
The kit includes pair of solar-powered 4K cameras and an AI-powered central hub for local processing, encryption, and storage of recordings.
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Kidde says its new smoke detectors respond 25% faster than competitors
The new Kidde Detect product line consists of battery-powered and hardwired smoke and smoke plus carbon monoxide detectors.
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10 killer smart home products that are now stone dead
Angry that Spotify will soon kill your Car Thing? Welcome to the club. These doomed smart home products were also destined for the dumpster.
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Philips 4000-series smart deadbolt review: Bluetooth with options
The 4000 series starts with Bluetooth, but you can upgrade to Wi-Fi with an add-on module, or buy a different configuration with a Z-Wave radio instead.
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Flo Smart Water Monitor & Shutoff review: To protect and to save
Moen’s second-generation smart water valve protects your home from water damage and tracks your home's water consumption, so you can use less of it.
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Arlo Video Doorbell 2K (2nd Gen) review: modest upgrades
Once the king of video doorbells, Arlo now finds itself playing catch-up in a crowded market.
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Best smart smoke detectors
Smart smoke and carbon monoxide detectors don’t just sound the alarm, they also alert your smart phone and more.
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Wi-Fi jamming attacks are on the rise. How they affect your smart home security
More and more burglars are using Wi-Fi jammers to defeat smart home security systems. The threat is real, but there's no cause for panic if you understand all the implications.
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Chamberlain leaves the garage with myQ indoor camera
Best known for its smart garage door controller and accessories, Chamberlain's myQ brand is moving further into the home with its new indoor cam.
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The new Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam can surveil an entire room
Ring’s latest indoor security cam features a better pan/tilt motor than the base it sells as an add-on for its Ring Stick Up Cam, but you can't use it outdoors.
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Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4 review: Truly subscription free
A microSD card is the only thing you'll need to get the full value from this doorbell camera—unless you also want the benefits of Apple's HomeKit Secure Video.
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Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Wi-Fi review: Pretty, but problematic
This smart lock has a bevy of great features, including a fingerprint sensor, but its numeric keypad is very hard to see in direct sunlight.
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Yale Approach with Wi-Fi is an affordable retrofit smart lock
Smart home dwellers looking for an easy way to upgrade their existing deadbolts have a new retrofit option from one of the world’s oldest lock manufacturers.
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Eufy Video Doorbell Dual review: This 2-eyed camera sees it all
This entry in Eufy's dual-lens security cameras monitors you porch for visitors–and packages.
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Abode Video Doorbell review: A low-cost, simple doorbell camera
It doesn't do much to distinguish itself from the pack, but Abode's Video Doorbell it worth a look if you're already subscribed to the company's subscription plan.
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Reolink Duo 3 PoE review: Twin lenses, 1 cable for power & video
The latest camera in Reolink's Duo line of power-over-ethernet security cameras delivers outstanding 16MP images.
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Abode Security Kit review: A focus on security, not convenience
If you’re looking for a robust home-security system, versus a smart home system with home-security elements, consider Abode’s low-priced offering.
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Ring has been replacing first-gen Ring Alarm Keypads for free
Having trouble with your first-generation Ring Alarm Keypad? If so, you might be able to snag the second-gen version for free, courtesy of Ring.
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Philips Hue Secure contact sensor review: Hue goes there?
With its contact sensor for doors and windows, Philips Hue looks to shore up its budding line of home security products. Does it succeed?
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Google Home for web adds camera history, clip downloads
The web-based version of Google Home now boasts a “full camera experience,” complete with an event timeline and the ability to download recorded clips.
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Airbnb to hosts: No more indoor security cams, period
In a global policy change, Airbnb has banned the use of all indoor security cameras, including in common spaces.
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