I've spent years reviewing smart home gear and picking the brains of crime experts, and if there's one thing I've learned, it's that the start of a new year is the perfect time to audit your home's ...

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For complete privacy, you can manage alerts and notifications yourself with a free self-monitoring plan from SimpliSafe. You can also live stream from cameras if you want to find out what’s making ...

Transform your old smartphone into a cost-effective home security camera. By downloading a third-party app, you can repurpose unused devices to monitor your home, children, or pets. This simple DIY ...