Home Security

SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo review – Bring your deadbolts into the 21st century

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REVIEW— SwitchBot’s previous incarnation, the Lock Pro, is still on duty, keeping my storage room, lawn mower, and OrangeStorm Giga 3D printer secure. I love being able to unlock the door without fumbling with keys. One of my neighbors commented that he thought it was very cool. I couldn’t agree more. SwitchBot has an updated version, […]

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The Lockin Veno Pro is a smart lock that reads your palm!

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NEWS – Back in ’97 when I started writing about gadgets, the idea of a smart lock seemed like something out of a sci-fi movie. Fast forward to today, and here we are, looking at the Lockin Veno Pro. This isn’t just your run-of-the-mill front door lock; it’s like giving your front door a brain

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Lockly Secure Pro Zeno Series Fingerprint Deadbolt review

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REVIEW – I spend as much time as possible in my remodeled detached garage, which now includes a gym and my E-bike/motorcycle workshop. I believe in security and always keep the doors locked. On many occasions, I make several unplanned trips to the garage only to be frustrated when I realize that I forgot the

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Discover Anona’s home security suite – Reliable protection without subscription fees

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NEWS – Anona has just launched an exciting new lineup of smart home security products that promise to keep your home safe and sound. The Anona Home Security Suite, unveiled on October 28, includes the Anona Aurora Security Camera and the Anona Holo Wi-Fi Smart Lock. These products are designed to provide reliable security for

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SwitchBot Water Leak Detector review – Detecting disaster for $18!

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REVIEW – My neighbor’s washing machine hose burst while he was sleeping, causing thousands of dollars in damage to his home and a crazy amount of inconvenience and frustration. A low-cost SwitchBot Water Leak Detector could have saved the day. What is it? The SwitchBot Water Detector is a battery-operated, app-connected device that senses water

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SwitchBot Lock Pro and Keypad Touch review – Unlocks doors with a fingerprint instead of a key!

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REVIEW—Over 30 SwitchBot products control my home’s lights, blinds, switches, and curtains. With the new SwitchBot Lock Pro and Keypad Touch, I can give family and neighbors access without worrying about providing or fumbling with keys. How does it work? Let’s have a closer look! What is it? The SwitchBot Lock Pro is a battery-operated,

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Reolink DUO 3 PoE security camera and Argus Track WiFi camera review – With their NVR, you can keep an eye on your property

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REVIEW – Recently, I have been having a lot of gadget fun testing various security systems. While this has been fun, the ultimate goal is to be able to record everything around my home 24 hours a day every day. Now, don’t get me wrong; Statistically, I live in one of the safest neighborhoods in

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X-Sense SC07-WX Wi-Fi Connected Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detector review – Know what’s happening even when you’re not at home  

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REVIEW – In 2021, FEMA reported 353,500 house fires, 2840 deaths, 11,400 injuries, and $8.8 billion in loss. In the same year, there were 1,067 carbon monoxide fatalities. All were tragic, and many were preventable. With sugar on top, please protect your property, yourself, and loved ones with detectors like the Wi-Fi Connected Smoke and

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Elamor M12 Touchscreen Entry Door Lock review – A smart way to secure your home

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REVIEW – Securing your home is one of the most important things to do. A sturdy deadbolt on an exterior door is one of the best ways to do just that. The Elamor M12 Touchscreen Entry Door Lock is an excellent choice for a dead bolt. It not only offers a very strong locking mechanism,

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ADIMO 2.8 cubic foot cabinet safe review – An affordable medium-sized safe

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REVIEW – I’ve never had what I call a medium-sized safe. I’ve always had either very small shoebox-sized safes, or large 5-foot-tall safes. The Adimo 2.8 cubic foot safe review offer came along, and I figured it was time to not only upgrade my small safe but also add a bit of technology to it.

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Proscenic Security Fingerprint Door Lock review – It has almost everything

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REVIEW – I recently installed a door on my basement office space. I needed a door for several reasons, but keeping the grandchildren out of my office was one of the big ones. However, I didn’t want to hassle with a key. The Proscenic Keyless Smart Door Lock was the perfect solution for my needs,

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Olafus 80W Outdoor Motion Sensor LED Security Light review

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REVIEW – Living in the suburbs of NY is a nice life, but it is not one to take for granted. Many folks believe that the further into the suburbs they move, the less crime exists. I believe that crime occurs everywhere, and unless specifically targeted, setting up cameras and security lights creates a visible

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X-Sense XS03-WX WiFi Smoke Alarm review – Prevent that burnt toast from becoming a catastrophe!

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REVIEW – Burning toast is a minor inconvenience. Said toast filling the kitchen with smoke is a bigger problem. The same toast setting your house on fire can be catastrophic. Nip that in the bud with a great, connected smoke alarm like X-Sense’s XS03-WX! What is it? The X-Sense XS03-WX WiFi Smoke Alarm is a

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LOCKLY Vision Elite smart lock video doorbell review

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REVIEW -Having a video doorbell can be such an added convenience to your home. At least for me, it has been. And with the Vision Elite Smart Lock Video Doorbell from Lockly, it doesn’t just make things a little easier at the front door but it also provides a level of security. That’s because not

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Lepower 1600LM Motion Sensor Security Lights with Solar Panel review

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REVIEW – Security has always been very important to me, and ever since I purchased my home, I have been working on making sure that every side of the house including entrances has motion sensor lights. Choosing security motion sensor lights can be exhausting since there are so many on the market. So, when I

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The Vivint smarthome security system is designed to stop porch pirates

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NEWS – Porch pirates are very active this season because many packages are left on porches without any notice, making it easy for thieves to just grab the packages and run. It’s become such an issue that out of 1000 surveyed Americans, more than 25% of them have dealt with porch pirates and up to

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