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Alexa+ on a Ring doorbell can now chat with your visitors
The new AI-enhanced Alexa can now size visitors on your doorstep and greet them naturally, whether they’re delivery personnel or an old friend.
Deal
Now only $15! Arlo's Wi-Fi security cam packs crazy features for the price
This huge 50% off discount on the Arlo Essential Indoor 2K brings it down to its finest price ever on Amazon!
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Annke FCD800 security cam review: A single camera that sees all
The Annke FCD800 connects to your network via power-over-ethernet, so you'll need the right infrastructure. What you won't need is a subscription.
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Eufy's solar-powered Wi-Fi security cam is a steal for 50% off today
The Eufy SoloCam S220 is the most hassle-free Wi-Fi security camera for homes. It's now just $50 (was $100) on Amazon.
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Tapo Smart Wi-Fi Light Switch Dimmer S505D review: Smart lighting for a song
If staying on budget is more important than getting a long list of features, the Matter-certified Tapo S505 smart dimmer could be just what you’re looking for.
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Battery-powered Ring Wi-Fi security cam hits lowest price on Amazon: $60
Grab this compact battery-powered Wi-Fi security camera on sale for 40% off on Amazon while you still can!
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Annke WCD600 review: Big security cam coverage for a small price
There's a lot to like about the Annke WCD600 outdoor security camera, but the 3rd-party app the manufacturer uses brims with pitches for add-on services.
Deal
Level up your TV with Govee's gorgeous color LED backlights (now 34% off)
Grab this smart LED backlight solution for your TV for just $59 (was $90) on Amazon with this superb deal.
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Shelly looks to raise the bar for smart plugs with its 4th-gen device
With Shelly’s scripting language, plus support for Matter, Wi-Fi, and Zigbee, the Shelly Plug Gen4 promises smart home users far more than simple on/off control.
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Now's your chance! Ring's Battery Doorbell Plus is a stunning 47% off
With a remote live feed, head-to-toe video, and easy battery access, this Ring video doorbell is a steal at this price.
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Most homeowners want a smart home. Here’s what’s holding them back
Even as homeowners warm to smart products and security cameras, the lofty price tags are giving them pause, according to a survey from Vivint.
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I was afraid to install a smart lock. Now I wish I’d done it sooner
A smart lock sounded complicated and risky, but installing one proved easier—and more life-changing—than I ever expected.
Deal
Philips Hue White & Color smart bulb 3-pack drops to $80 (27% off)
These three LED bulbs—capable of both white and color—are great for any home. Get 'em on sale on Amazon while you can.
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Blink's Mini 2 home Wi-Fi security cam is just $18 today (was $40)
At a whopping 55% off, this ultra-compact Blink Wi-Fi home security camera is now cheaper than it's ever been.
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AI video descriptions are coming to Blink security cameras
Following in the footsteps of Ring and Google’s Nest cameras, Blink subscribers will soon see AI-generated summaries of individual video events.
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TCL D2 Plus Fingerprint Smart Lock review: It's better than basic
The TCL D2 Plus Fingerprint Smart Lock packs a lot for the money, but its stiff thumb-turn and sloppy deadbolt leaves me to me wonder about its durability.
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Linkind Solar Pathway Lights SP6 review: Ground control with full color
Linkind Solar Pathway Lights SP6 are versatile, bright, and programmable via Bluetooth. You can get a 4-pack for just $100.
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Nuki drops Wi-Fi paywall for its smart lock, but raises the lock's price
You’ll no longer need a paid subscription to access the Nuki Smart Lock via Wi-Fi, but the sticker price for the lock is going up.
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Best smart lighting: Philips Hue, LIFX, Nanoleaf, and more
Today’s smart lighting is brighter and easier to control than ever, but choosing the right solution for your environment remains a challenge.
How-To
How to use your security camera's 2-way audio (without being weird about it)
Being able to speak to the people on the other end of those connections is indispensable to my home security.
Deal
Missed Black Friday? This Wyze security cam 2-pack just hit a new low price
Two high-resolution Wi-Fi security cameras for just $38? That's a crazy deal, available right now on Amazon!
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Philips Hue’s motion sensing trick could eventually get better
The new Philips Hue hub can turn Hue lights into motion sensors, but they can’t detect the presence of someone in a room—yet.
Deal
This dual-camera video doorbell is 40% off for Cyber Monday
The Eufy Video Doorbell E340 boasts a second camera to see packages, and it can run on either battery or low-voltage wired power. This deal saves you $60.
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Grab a 2-pack of Matter-certified Kasa Smart plugs for 35% off
This Cyber Monday deal gets you two Kasa Smart KP125M energy-monitoring smart plugs for just $11.37 each.
Best Deals
I found the 12 best Cyber Monday tech deals under $50
This Cyber Monday, you can grab top tech for $50 or less without spending a fortune.
Best Deals
Best Cyber Monday Security Camera Deals 2025 (and the top Black Friday offers still available)
Security cameras and floodlights deter crime, and we've spotted great Cyber Monday deals from Arlo, Blink, Nest, Reolink, Ring, and other top brands.
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The best Cyber Monday permanent outdoor light deals (and the top Black Friday offers still available)
Make the holidays last all year round with these eye-catching permanent outdoor lights, all steeply discounted for Cyber Monday.
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The best Cyber Monday Philips Hue smart light deals
There's still time to save on Philips Hue bulbs, table lamps, string lights, and more.
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Lutron Caséta lighting controls discounted 20% for Black Friday, Cyber Monday
This is one of our favorite smart lighting product families, and they rarely go on sale. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are your best time to save.
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Black Friday deal: This dual-lens security camera sees all for 50% off
Half-off for Black Friday, the Eufy Indoor Cam S350 gives you both wide-angle and telephoto views, and it doesn’t even need a subscription.
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Brighten the holidays with buy one get one free Christmas lights
Govee’s holiday bundle includes string lights, permanent lights, and curtain lights—and if you buy one kit, you get the second one free.
Reviews
Tapo DL110 Smart Wi-Fi Lock review: It opens to your touch
Ensure the Tapo DL110 Smart Wi-Fi Lock is aligned during installation, and you'll have a convenient and secure means of entering and exiting your home.
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Wyze Battery Video Doorbell review: Big security, small price tag
The Wyze Battery Video Doorbell captures high-res video, and you can store its recordings in the cloud for free. Other features do require a subscription.
Deal
This $220 ultra-nerdy router is what I’d buy if mine died right now
For lazy tech enthusiasts, the Ubiquiti Dream Router 7 is superior to any consumer router—and this Black Friday deal brings it down to an all-time low.
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Security camera subscriptions: Which plans offer the best value?
Most home security cameras and video doorbells require a paid subscription plan to deliver their full value. Find out how much one costs and how they rate.
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This ‘invisible’ smart lock is 29% off for Black Friday
The Level+ smart deadbolt is one of the most attractive locks you can put on your door, and Amazon is offering both the Wi-Fi and Matter-certified models for just $249.
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This smart plug also dims a lamp, and it’s 25% off for Black Friday
Leviton makes some of our favorite smart lighting controls, and Amazon has slashed the price of its Decora Smart Dimmer Plug to just $18.74.
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Wyze Duo Cam Pan review: Double the lenses, twice the protection
The dual-lensed Wyze Duo Cam Pan is a great value in security cameras, combining a pan/tilt camera with a second, independent fixed-position cam.
Deal
The stalwart Ring Indoor Cam is 50% off for Black Friday
The Ring Indoor Cam is a must for anyone jumping into the Ring security ecosystem, and it just fell to an all-time low price of $24.99 for Black Friday.
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Black Friday blowout: Blink Video Doorbell plus Outdoor 4 cam for $37.99
Snag a bundle with both the Blink Video Camera and the Outdoor 4 security camera for a crazy 73% off.
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Security cameras are finally part of the Matter standard
Smart bulbs, robot vacuums, thermostats, and even dishwashers are among the smart home categories included in the Matter standard, but not security cameras—until now.
Deal
Ring's floodlight security cam hits lowest price ahead of Black Friday
It's the ultimate outdoor security camera for night-time surveillance. Get it now for $100 (was $180) with this Amazon deal!
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Peace of mind for 50% off: Ring's 1080p indoor cam is now just $25
This killer early Black Friday deal on Amazon slashes the price on Ring's Wi-Fi security camera in half.
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Wyze’s revamped Lock Bolt gets Wi-Fi, tempered glass redesign
The second-generation version of Wyze’s smart deadbolt no longer settles for Bluetooth-only connectivity.
Feature
How I optimized my Wi-Fi for my outdoor security cams
Walls, distance, and noisy airwaves kill camera streams. Here’s how I diagnosed the weak links in my network and made the right fixes.
Deal
Early Black Friday deal: Ring Battery Doorbell is a stunning 50% off
It isn't even Black Friday proper yet, but you can already snag this battery-powered Ring video doorbell for just $50 on Amazon.
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Level up your Christmas tree this year with Govee lights! Now 33% off
With 16 million colors to choose from, you'll probably still use red—and that's okay. This Amazon deal is worth it anyway!
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Get two Blink Wi-Fi security cams for the lowest price ever (60% off)
That's two Blink Outdoor 4 cameras plus a Sync Module Core for just $51.99 (was $129.99) with this blazing hot Amazon deal!
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