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The Wyze Lock Bolt: A ridiculously low-priced biometric smart lock
A $70 smart lock sounds like a compelling deal; one with a fingerprint reader could be a game changer.
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The Kasa Smart Doorbell delivers great image quality, 24-hour recording
This 3MP doorbell camera offers a variety of user settings along with local video storage, but sharing clips via the Kasa app costs extra.
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Reolink's Go Plus 2K security cam connects to a cellular network
It’s a solid 2K surveillance option for those who need eyes on remote locations.
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Ring Pan Tilt Mount review: A fab add-on for the Ring Stick Up Cam
This accessory delivers most of the benefits of a purpose-built pan/tilt security camera, something you can’t get in the Ring ecosystem today.
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Wyze needs to come clean about the Wyze Cam’s security flaws
If Wyze knew about a serious flaw in the original Wyze Cam when it abruptly discontinued the camera last month, the company should have told us.
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The Blurams Dome Lite 2 is a versatile pan/tilt security cam
With 2K resolution, person detection, and full-room coverage, this $50 camera is great for most home uses.
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The original Wyze Cam reportedly has a big security hole
The recently discontinued Wyze Cam v1 has a bug that lets hackers access the camera’s SD card, researchers warn.
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Eufy’s Video Doorbell keeps an eye on your porch and your packages
Eufy's dual-lens video doorbell boasts some clever AI functions, along with a base station that provides local storage.
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Reolink's PoE-enabled home security camera is a great value
Reolink's rugged, powerful 12MP indoor/outdoor camera is a straight-up solid performer and a bargain at just $100.
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Imilab's EC4 outdoor security cam needs some software updates to compete
With a big battery and optional solar panel to keep it topped off, the EC4 is built for all-weather assignments.
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EZVIZ's petite C6 indoor security cam gets 5GHz Wi-Fi support
This incremental update to the Ezviz C6W works well and adds 5GHz W-Fi support, but offers little value over its more affordable predecessor.
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The Ring Glass Break Sensor is an essential add-on
This device can detect intruders in a manner that motion and contact sensors can’t.
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Level smart locks now have optional wireless keypads
The LED-backlit keypad eliminates the need for a phone to unlock any Level Lock.
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Eufy's Floodlight Cam 2 Pro delivers a 360-degree view with 3,000 lumens of light
This powerful floodlight camera might be pricey, but it doesn’t require a subscription plan.
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Ring to embrace third-party security cameras that support the ONVIF standard
Consumers using Ring Alarm Pro with a Ring Protect Pro subscription will soon be able to integrate ONVIF-compatible cameras into the Ring app.
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Advanced AI sets the SpotCam Pano 2 apart
The SpotCam Pano 2 offers advanced features at an affordable price, making it a great option for most home users.
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Google’s battery-powered Nest Doorbell and Cam won’t charge in freezing weather
You'll have to warm up frozen Nest Doorbell and Cam batteries before they can start charging again.
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SimpliSafe's Indoor Camera delivers the basics
This no-frills option works best when paired with the SimpliSafe ecosystem.
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Wemo Smart Video Doorbell review: Ding-dong, this HomeKit cam shows who’s there
Like the competition in the HomeKit market, this video doorbell depends on low-voltage wiring.
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Ring’s new Pet Profiles make it easier to find a missing furry friend
You’ll be able to create Lost Pet Posts on Ring’s Neighbors app more quickly once you have a Pet Profile handy.
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Smart home guide for beginners
You don’t need to be an expert or spend a fortune on cutting-edge gear, these first steps will lay a foundation you can build on.
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Annke NightChroma NC800 review: A pro-grade PoE security cam for the NVR set
This high-end security camera will delight advanced users who know how to set it up and get the most out of its features, but it offers very little handholding to mainstream customers.
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The pint-sized Nooie Cam Pro needs an upgrade
A 20-second clip limit and performance shortcomings limit this camera system.
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Wave goodbye to the original Wyze Cam
The Wyze Cam v1, the first of Wyze’s low-cost and motion-detecting security cams, will be discontinued next week.
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Wyze giveth, taketh away with its new Cam Plus Lite plan
Wyze’s new Cam Plus Lite plan includes people detection for whatever you want to pay, even nothing. But the free Basic plan is getting a major downgrade.
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Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro WiFi review: A smart lock with a healthy facelift
But its biggest upgrade—integrated Wi-Fi—remains half-baked.
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Reolink Duo review: Dual-lens coverage hampered by connectivty issues
This PoE camera uses a pair of 2K lenses to deliver a very wide field of view, but it dropped off our network far too often.
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SmartSlydr is a robotic opener for sliding doors and windows
This smart home device is shipping now, following a successful crowd-funding campaign.
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Ring adds a glass-break sensor to its Ring Alarm home security system
Raise your hand if you thought Ring already offered a glass-break sensor—we certainly did.
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Wemo enters the video doorbell market with a wired Apple HomeKit-compatible model
HomeKit Secure Video delivers fabulous privacy benefits, but you’ll need to be in Apple’s ecosystem to realize them.
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Abode expands its smart home footprint with a video doorbell and a color smart bulb
One of our favorite smart home system builders is adding some enticing new products to its collection.
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GE Lighting unveils a smart thermostat at CES, plus new security cams and smart lights
GE Lighting’s new smart thermostat will be a first for its Cync brand, while the manufacturer’s indoor smart camera will be joined by two outdoor models.
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TP-Link debuts four new home security cameras bearing its U.S.-bound Tapo brand
A known smart home quantity in Europe, TP-Link is now bringing its Tapo brand to the U.S.
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Masonite’s M-Pwr smart door features both a Ring doorbell and a Yale smart deadbolt built right in
The high-end door integrates two of the most difficult-to-install smart home components, but you’ll need to buy a new home to get one.
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Toucan’s first spotlight-equipped security camera debuts at CES
Toucan’s latest smart security camera comes with an integrated 1,200-lumen spotlight and radar-powered motion detection.
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Eve Systems’ CES focus is on HomeKit, Matter, and Thread
The German manufacturer is showing a home security camera and smart window shades developed with Coulisse.
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X-Sense Smart Video Doorbell VD2 review: Mundane looks, solid operation
This video doorbell doesn’t add anything to the category, but X-Sense users might find it a compelling option.
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Hex Home Security Package review: DIY home security at the bleeding edge
This home security system detects motion by measuring disruptions to the waves in a Wi-Fi network.
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Lorex Smart Home Security Center review: Self-monitor your home without all the fees
This affordable camera-based security system features local storage, and it can be expanded with other Lorex components.
Deal
Eufy Security’s Floodlight Cam 2 Pro gets a $101 Black Friday discount
You can snap up this home security camera/floodlight mashup for just $198.99 once you apply the $11 coupon.
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Best Black Friday security camera deals 2021: Sales on Arlo, Nest, Ring, and more
Now's the time to pick up a new camera so you can keep an eye on the homestead.
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Best Black Friday video doorbell deals 2021: Bargains on Ring, Nest, Arlo, and more
Foil porch pirates and welcome visitors with a new video doorbell, and prices are never cheaper than on Black Friday.
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Black Friday smart home deals 2021: Big savings on Nest, Ring, Philips Hue and more
We've scoured retailer listings to find the best Black Friday smart home deals. Here's what to expect in every category, from smart speakers to smart lighting and everything in between.
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Wyze rolls out a web view for live camera feeds, but only for paid subscribers
You’ll have to be a paying Cam Plus user to check live feeds and recorded events from your Wyze cams on the web.
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Aqara Camera Hub G3 review: A security camera and Zigbee smart-home hub in one
By combining high quality video with remote operations and artificial intelligence, the Aqara G3 can monitor a room without any subscription fees.
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EZVIZ C1C indoor security camera review: A fabulous value in home security
This $25 cam is designed for easy deployment anywhere in the house.
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Ecobee’s new Smart Security system features professional monitoring at $10 per month
The system, which is based on Ecobee’s existing smart thermostat, sensors, and security camera, steps into the price range formerly occupied by Ring Protect.
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