Do you still use a physical key to unlock your door? How 20th-century! There are many electronic lock choices, but whether you’re still on the fence or need to upgrade a previous lock, U-tec has two new locks to tempt your wallet and ease your key burden: the U-tec ULTRALOQ Bolt Mission UWB + NFC Smart Deadbolt and Bolt Fingerprint with Matter Compatibility.
Having some sort of home security system is easier than ever. You can even throw a video doorbell and a few cameras up in just a few minutes of work! There are many options out there, but the U-tec Ulticam IQ series offers a few home security devices that make them stand out from a crowded market.
Becoming an adult means that you get excited about a whole different set of Black Friday deals. Sure, toys and video games are fun, but you know you’re grown up when Black Friday means exciting deals on home security. Arlo wants you to feel safe and secure AND grown up, so they’re rolling out some big deals on cameras, doorbells, and bundles!
The Arlo Wired Floodlight Camera is designed for those who want seamless, all-day outdoor protection without the hassle of recharging. This floodlight camera offers solid features that make it a standout option, especially for anyone looking to keep their home or property well-lit and monitored. This new wired version builds on the success of Arlo‘s wire-free floodlight but swaps out the need for battery management by connecting directly to your home’s power supply.
It is finally that time of year when the leaves begin to change, and a chill is in the air. Halloween will quickly be upon us, and Vivint is helping get your home into the spirit with custom Halloween Doorbell Chimes and approach chimes. Get your family and friends in the holiday mood and greet trick-or-treaters with some fun options.
At my former home in San Angelo, we had a lovely, glass-paned front door that made everything light and airy during daylight but lacked privacy after dark. We’d begun to avoid the front living room at night, so I added a privacy shade, but operating it was such a pain that we usually left it down. The Home Depot’s new Feather River Smart Glass Doors offer a better, more modern alternative. Pressing a button or giving a voice command to Alexa or Google Assistant switches the door’s glass from clear to opaque for the perfect balance of light and privacy.
If you are an Arlo user subscribing to Arlo Secure Plus or Premium plans, you’ll want to know about the brand’s latest smart home offering, Arlo Secure 5. This newest update blends cutting-edge AI with practical, personalized security features. Whether you’re looking to keep an eye on your driveway, ensure your home is secure while you’re away, or simply want to know when a familiar face stops by, Arlo Secure 5 has you covered.
After a few years of having my house covered by Vivint, we are happy with the quality of smart devices and the fantastic customer service. Vivint installers are professional and knowledgeable and do a great job installing and troubleshooting. Vivint turns 25 this year and is offering some great deals to celebrate.
Do you have a security system at home? And no, Fido doesn’t count. Sorting out all the options in home security can be challenging! Luckily, Arlo Home Security Systems are available, offering simple solutions with no contract— they are gentler on your wallet than ever, thanks to these fall sales!
Reolink is stepping up the home security game with two new cameras offering impressive features and practicality. The Reolink Altas PT Ultra Camera and the Reolink Battery Doorbell are designed to make monitoring your home easier and more effective, whether you’re keeping an eye on your front porch or ensuring full coverage around your property.
The Baseus Security S1 Pro is a new option in home security that merges practicality with smart technology. This might be the solution if you’ve been looking for a way to keep your home secure without constantly worrying about charging your cameras. The Baseus Security S1 Pro is the world’s first solar-powered tracking security camera system, designed to maximize energy efficiency while providing robust surveillance features.
Ring has just introduced its latest smart home product, the Ring Battery Doorbell, which is a step up from their popular Ring Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). This new model boasts a battery life of up to 23% longer, along with many other upgraded features designed to enhance home security with ease.
We’ve covered many Eufy security cameras here at GearDiary, but none are as versatile as the Eufy 4G LTE Cam S330. It can connect to the internet via WiFi or 4G cellular and is powered by an included solar panel. It’s a great option for remote installations where power and WiFi may not be available and retails for $249.99.
Arlo makes products that provide comprehensive DIY home security solutions with advanced features like 24/7 monitoring, customizable access, seamless integration, and user-friendly design. If you’re in the Arlo ecosystem, you’ll be interested to know that the new Arlo Security Tag is out, and it offers a seamless way to manage your Arlo Home Security System and the Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). This lightweight and compact tag fits easily on a keyring. It allows you to arm or disarm your security system with a simple tap on the Keypad Sensor Hub or Video Doorbell, making home security management hassle-free.
Amazon-owned Blink has introduced Blink Moments, a new feature that automatically merges clips captured across Amazon Blink cameras into a single video. This feature is rolling out and will be fully accessible to Blink Subscription Plus Plan customers globally in the coming weeks.
A newcomer to the home security market, Singapore-based Safemo (a combination of the words Safe and Mode) offers a new home security system composed of two wireless cameras and a hub with two 5W solar panels. As with other systems on the market, this system can differentiate between people, vehicles, and packages, but unlike other systems, it does so locally using AI and data processing, all without a monthly subscription. Up to six months of data and video (32GB) can be stored on the device. An optional SSD hard drive can add up to 4TB of storage.
I have been reviewing Vivint products for a few years now and am excited about how much their product line has expanded. They keep developing new devices that make your house more secure and smarter. The latest device I have installed is the Vivint Chime Extender, which ensures you never miss a chime, even when away from the smart panel.
Roku is best known for its TVs and streaming devices, but it also manufactures related audio devices and accessories and makes smart home products. The Roku Smart Home Starter Kit contains a Roku Indoor Camera, two Roku Smart Bulbs, and two Roku Indoor Smart Plugs; at $53.97, it is a very aggressively priced way of making your home a bit smarter.
The new Ring Pan-Tilt Indoor Cam offers seamless 360° panoramic coverage of any room directly to your smartphone. This versatile camera empowers you to control your viewing angle effortlessly through the Ring App, eliminating blind spots and ensuring complete peace of mind.
Today, Yale has introduced its first retrofit smart security solution, which will make the brand’s security products available for the first time to most US renters. The Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi and the wireless Yale Keypad are designed with first-time users, renters, and those hesitant to modify their locks in mind; these products promise an affordable, top-tier, and user-friendly solution, with a myriad of access options for key-free convenience.
In my smart home setup, we have covered many Vivint products. The system adds a lot of convenience and next-level security to a home. The cameras keep adding features and getting smarter, making managing security remotely easy. The new Vivint Smart Home Vehicle Detection for their Outdoor Camera Pro does just as the name implies — it will alert you when a vehicle arrives, leaves, or passes through a designated detection zone.