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Arlo Essential Pan Tilt Indoor Camera review: Big coverage, less than $50
I'd give the Arlo Essential Pan Tilt Indoor Camera an even higher score if the Arlo Secure subscription needed to unlock its features didn't cost so much.
News
Finally! Ring cams will stop bombarding you with AI alerts
With its latest feature, Ring aims to combine multiple AI-powered event summaries into a single notification.
Deal
This 4K battery-powered security cam just fell under $100 (now 40% off)
This Lorex 4K Wi-Fi home security camera is an excellent deal now with this hefty price drop on Amazon.
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Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd Gen) review: Gemini is a game-changer
The Google Nest Doorbell (wired, 3rd gen) packs high-res video, but its brilliant Gemini AI is the biggest justification for changing smart home ecosystems.
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Philips Hue turned my lights into motion sensors. It’s magical, but imperfect
The new Philips Hue Bridge Pro can make your existing Hue lights motion-aware. It works, but not quite how I thought it would.
Best Picks
Best video doorbells 2026: Top 7 picks for your home security
Video doorbells keep continuous watch over the entrance to your property, but which should you choose? We take a look at the field to determine the best.
Deal
This Philips Hue smart LED bulbs 2-pack just fell to its best-ever price
A 15% discount might not sound like much, but it's a great deal on the most reputable smart LED bulb brand.
Deal
This tiny Blink Wi-Fi security cam is super cheap today (55% off)
It captures day/night video in 1080p, it has two-way audio, it has a remote live feed, and it's only $17.99 (was $39.99) right now on Amazon.
Deal
Trick or treat? Get 50% off this wire-free Ring video doorbell today
The Ring Battery Doorbell is an insane get for just $49.99 (was $99.99) on Amazon with this price drop just in time for Halloween.
News
The latest Ultraloq Bolt smart lock supports Z-Wave Long Range
Powered by a Z-Wave 800 chip, this smart lock promises incredible range–up to 1,300 feet–when paired with smart home hubs powered by the same component.
How-To
I was robbed. Then I turned my home into a smart security fortress for $400
A brazen theft was the wake-up call. I turned my house into a fortress with security cameras, sensors, and even protection from fire and water damage.
News
These festive outdoor smart lights can stay up all year round
GE Lighting is unleashing a new entry for the permanent outdoor lights market, along with an updated version of its outdoor light strips.
Reviews
Baseus Security S2 Outdoor Camera 4K review: It sees the light
The Baseus Security S2 Outdoor Camera 4K also boasts an 8-megapixel image sensor to record video in 4K Ultra HD resolution, radar-based motion detection, and color night vision.
Deal
This Blink bundle is 59% off! Perfect for home security first-timers
If you want to get started with home surveillance, this Blink bundle has it all with an insane discount right now on Amazon!
How-To
Ring's AI-powered pet finder is coming—and you're already signed up
Ring’s new AI-enabled Search Party feature enlists the help of nearby Ring cameras—including yours, unless you say otherwise—to spot missing pets.
News
Wyze unveils a new video doorbell and a solar-powered pan/tilt cam
The devices bring wireless installation and familiar Wyze features like AI detection and local storage to the outdoors.
Reviews
Wyze Palm Lock review: Futuristic security, down-to-earth price
And who can blame them when I unlock my front door by waving my hand in front of the high-tech but remarkably inexpensive Wyze Palm Lock.
Deal
The solar-powered Wi-FI security cam I always recommend is now 40% off
The Eufy SoloCam S220 is such a great pick for first-timers, especially now that it's on sale for $59.99 (was $99.99) on Amazon!
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The Tapo C615F KIT pan/tilt floodlight cam runs on solar power
Pan/tilt floodlight cams are unusual enough, but this 2K model boasts a solar panel so you can install it almost anywhere.
Reviews
SwitchBot K20+ Pro Patrol Kit review: A fun but flawed robot guard
The SwitchBot K20+ Pro Patrol Kit household robot monitors your home and cleans its floors at the same time–at least until it encounters a threshold.
Deal
This 4K security cam is solar-powered, wireless, and 27% off today
The Reolink 4K outdoor security camera offers tons of features without a subscription. Get it for $109.99 (was $149.99) while you can!
News
The AWS outage took down my Ring cam, and everyone else’s too
Ring and Blink cam owners were left temporarily blind following Monday's massive Amazon Web Services outage.
How-To
Ring lets police ask for security videos. Here’s how to opt out
A feature in Ring’s Neighbors app allows law enforcement to request footage from your Ring cameras. You don’t have to play ball.
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Arlo Essential Pan Tilt review: A budget 360-degree security cam
The Arlo Essential Pan Tilt security cam competes with brands with far shorter track records. Just don't forget consider the cost of an Arlo subscription.
Deal
You won't find a 1080p Wi-Fi home security cam as cheap as this one
On top of that, you also get two-way audio, night vision, and microSD storage! All from a reputable brand.
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Gemini’s daily Home Brief summaries are getting spooky, users say
Halloween decorations, among other things, are playing tricks on the daily smart home summaries generated by Google’s Gemini, according to some users.
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Security cameras and the law: What you can (and can’t) record
It’s easy to cross the line between protecting your property and invading someone’s privacy. Here’s how to stay legal—and on good terms with neighbors.
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ADT Smart Home Security System review: Smart home security
You can install an ADT Smart Home Security System yourself, but professional monitoring is mandatory—and worth paying for.
Reviews
TerraMaster F2-425 review: A powerful NAS box for streaming & backups
The TerraMaster F2-245 2-bay NAS box has all the media-streaming features you could ask for; plus, security cam support and ultra-fast client backups.
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Best smart locks: 5 great options for any budget
Keys are yesterday’s tech. Your smart home needs a smart door lock, and these are our favorites.
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Philips Hue lights are up to 40% off for October Prime Day
Hue’s gradient table lamp, portable Go lamp, and Solo light strips are getting steep discounts during Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, but time's running out.
Deal
This Blink 3-cam kit protects your home inside and out for 66% off
Two outdoor Blink cameras plus a pint-sized Blink indoor cam, complete with local storage, all for a massive October Prime Day discount.
Reviews
Eufy PoE Turret Security Camera E41 review: 4K, local AI, no fees
You'll need Eufy's ProSecure NVR to deploy its Eufy PoE Turret Security Camera E41 or other PoE cams, but they're all worthy investments.
Reviews
Lockin Veno Palm Vein Recognition Smart Lock review: Better than the Pro
Hands-free unlocking with a lock like the Lockin Veno Palm Vein Recognition Smart Lock is home security the easy way.
News
Amazon has quietly unveiled a $20 Alexa remote
Unmentioned during its big fall hardware event, Amazon’s new remote doubles as a dimmer switch and can trigger Alexa routines.
Opinion
Amazon forgot the crazy at its fall hardware event
Where were the flying drone cams and Alexa robot dogs?
Reviews
Tactacam Defend 360 review: Cell-connected and solar powered
The Tactacam Defend 360 pan/tilt security camera connects to the internet via LTE networks, not Wi-Fi, and a solar panel keeps its battery charged.
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I adore this $13 ethernet switch so much, I bought 3 of them
My smart home and streaming setup both depend on ethernet, and these compact ethernet switches ensure I have plenty of ports.
News
Google just rebranded its Nest Aware subscription service
Say goodbye to Nest Aware, and hello to Google Home Premium.
News
Google threw a curve ball with its new Nest Cam lineup
As expected, refreshed and Gemini-enabled Nest Cams are on the menu, but so are two surprise budget cameras from a frequent Google partner.
News
Alexa+ can greet your visitors on Ring's latest video doorbells
When someone's at your doorstep, Alexa+ can size up your visitors and tailor its greetings depending on whether it recognizes them. Also: Ring cameras go 4K, at last.
Reviews
TCL D2 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock review: I feel like a sci-fi movie hero
An embedded palm-vein reader and a low asking price makes the TCL D2 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock a solid value.
Deal
This tiny Blink Wi-Fi home security camera is 50% off right now
Keep an eye on your kids, pets, or stuff with this Blink Mini 2, now just $19.99 on Amazon!
Reviews
Baseus Security S1 Lite review: Solar powered, subscription-free
The Baseus Security S1 Lite outdoor security camera is definitely light on features, but its ultra-low street price makes it a good value.
Deal
The newest wireless Ring outdoor cam just got 40% cheaper with this deal
The Ring Outdoor Cam Plus has dropped to just $59.99 ahead of the Prime Big Deal Days sales event.
News
Google Home on the web just got a lot more useful
You can now control your Google Home-connected devices straight from a web browser, no app required.
Deal
This Blink video doorbell bundle with 4 cameras is an insane 61% off
A full-blown home Wi-Fi surveillance system for just $139.99 (was $359.98) is a bargain you won't want to pass up.
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I’m a smart home expert. These are the smart devices I can’t live without
My household would fall apart without these smart gadgets up and running.
Reviews
Desloc D110 Plus review: There are better inexpensive smart locks
You don’t need to spend a lot of money to get a great smart lock, but there are much better choices than the Desloc D110.
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