Here's a look at the top outdoor security cameras and how they stack up against each other based on features that include lights, alarms, and more.
| A. Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
Robot vacuums can now map your rooms, and some even have cameras. Is this a privacy problem? We break down what to look for and the safeguards robot vacs take.
| J. Velasco | April 25, 2023 |
Logitech is ditching Android with its latest smart security camera, the Circle View. It offers exclusive support to Apple's HomeKit smart home ecosystem.
| J. Velasco | April 25, 2023 |
Smart cameras can monitor social distancing rules, but what if existing security cameras could instead be adapted to identify facial masks and overcrowding?
| H. Grigonis | April 25, 2023 |
If installing a smart lock intimidates you, then the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock is a good choice. It's incredibly easy to install, but doesn't skimp on features.
| Alina Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
Not sure which new Ring doorbell to buy? We break down the design and features of both the Ring Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus and offer our pick for best bell.
| Michael Bizzaco | April 25, 2023 |
Ring has announced a new, improved version of its video doorbell with added capabilities and privacy features for the same price as the original.
| Patrick Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
A leaked survey implies that Ring may be considering implementing facial recognition and license plate reading into their cameras in the near future.
| A. Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
A new device, called Paranoid, is here to prevent your smart speaker from listening when it shouldn't, making Alexa and Google Assistant devices a little safer.
| A. Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
The new Blink Mini smart security camera is only $35 but offers features on par with many higher-priced models.
| P. Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
On this Digital Trends Live, we discuss the top tech stories of the day, including the continued dramatic fallout of coronavirus cancellations, and more.
| T. Werkhoven | April 25, 2023 |
After Tuesday's leak, Ring has officially announced its new video doorbells -- the Ring Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus -- along with the new Pre-Roll feature.
| P. Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
It looks like Ring posted the info page for the Video Doorbell 3 and 3 Plus too early to its site. Apparently, Ring discovered the error and took it down.
| A. Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
Vivint's new smart Doorbell Camera Pro is packed with security features to detect and deter potential porch pirates and keep your packages safe all year long.
| P. Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
A congressional committee wrote a letter to Ring over concerns about the company's partnerships with more than 400 local police departments across the country.
| A. Matyus | April 25, 2023 |
Amazon Ring is making two-factor authentication a top priority with a new mandatory second layer of verification each time someone logs in.
| A. Matyus | April 25, 2023 |
Arlo is taking advantage of the controversy surrounding Ring to offer $50 credit towards anyone that trades in a qualifying video doorbell, including Ring devices.
| Patrick Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
The new Ring Control Center displays information related to privacy and security settings in a single dashboard and gives users more control over their devices.
| P. Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
At CES 2020, Wazo demonstrated a security camera supported by A.I. that can detect weapons in the hands of intruders. The system can differentiate between guns and knives, and can also detect when someone falls and alert you when a familiar (or unfamiliar) face shows up at the door.
| P. Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
The SimCam 1S is an indoor security camera that uses bank-grade encryption and onboard, local processing to make the footage more resistant to hacking attempts and security breaches. It has built-in A.I. that allows it to use features like object tracking and 360-degree room tracking.
| P. Hearn | April 25, 2023 |
After a series of Ring camera hacks, the Amazon-owned company claimed that hackers obtained login credentials from hacking forums or the dark web, not from the Ring's database. But lawyers representing victims said their clients used unique passwords that could not have been stolen anywhere else.
| M. Shwayder | April 25, 2023 |
If you're in the market for a new smart security camera, CES 2020 has some great new options. We've seen three new cameras from ADT, a cool new floodlight from Arlo, and even a security camera drone that mimics a bee. Here are all the best smart security cameras and gadgets we've seen so far.
| Alina Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
At CES 2020, Lockly announced the launch of its newest product, Lockly Vision. This smart lock has a built-in HD video doorbell and two-way communication. When someone comes to the door you can talk with them using the app, no matter if you're home or not. Here's the scoop.
| A. Bradford | April 25, 2023 |
Smart home security is a lucrative market but Amazon is getting ahead of the competition with its rollout of Alexa Guard, a new set of smart home security features enabled by the Alexa digital assistant that allows the speaker to monitor for intrusions or fires, control smart home lighting, and more.
| C. Moore | April 25, 2023 |
Doesn’t it feel good to be detached from the wires in your life? You can be with Ring’s Stick Up Cam Battery, a smart home security camera that you can put literally plop anywhere. We got the chance to review the device, and it helped us catch some strange activity in our yard.
| Kim Wetzel | April 25, 2023 |
In 2013, CEO and founder of Ring security Jamie Siminoff walked away with nothing after pitching his video doorbell on the show Shark Tank. Now, after selling his DIY home security company to Amazon for more than $1 billion. he’s returning to Shark Tank as a guest judge. He tells us his story of how it all began in a garage building explosives.
| K. Wetzel | April 25, 2023 |
Porch pirates will think twice they see Ring’s Video Doorbell Pro on your house. Packing top-tier features into a slim design, the Doorbell Pro is at home beside any front door. Featuring an easy to use app with cloud storage, this doorbell will up your home security game.
| Rich Shibley | April 25, 2023 |
Here to help you reduce clutter in perhaps a rather surprising way is the new LightCam, a smart light bulb that doubles as a home security camera.
| Lulu Chang | April 25, 2023 |
With a two-year battery life and a strong app, Blink’s XT outdoor camera could be the introductory home security system you’re looking for. And with more Amazon Alexa integration and activity zones, the camera is smarter than ever. Read our review to find out more.
| Kim Wetzel | April 25, 2023 |
Secure your holiday packages with this home security system giveaway from Canary. They've even included a 1-year membership stocking stuffer.
| Jake Rossman | April 25, 2023 |
ArcSoft’s simplicam is a nice, little home security camera. Does its facial recognition capability set it apart?
| Jenny McGrath | April 24, 2023 |
DefenDoor is a smart doorbell with security features such as a camera and vibration and motion sensors; it can alert you when there's a disturbance or when your kids get home from school.
| J. McGrath | April 24, 2023 |
Through a clever application of the same technology used for earthquake detection, Cocoon can detect intruders in your house through walls and closed doors.
| D. Prindle | April 24, 2023 |
Considering the wide range of sensor tech it's got under the hood, we think Piper is a pretty solid, low-cost alternative to some of the more traditional home security solutions out there
| Drew Prindle | April 24, 2023 |
Trying to remove the Blink Mini from its stand without damaging any components? It's an easy process, although it requires some muscle. Here's how it works.
| J. Bitner | March 23, 2023 |
The Blink Outdoor Cam is a versatile camera with a set of accessories that make it even more powerful -- but is the added cost for these accessories worth it?
| P. Hearn | March 22, 2023 |
If you want to restore your device to its factory settings, here's how to reset the Arlo Essential Indoor Camera and remove it from your Arlo Secure app.
| J. Bitner | March 16, 2023 |
Ring is launching the Battery Doorbell Plus on April 5, which features enhanced battery life, a new aspect ratio, and an improved filming resolution.
| Jon Bitner | March 8, 2023 |