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Reolink’s CX410 2K security cam features color night vision
The first model in Reolink's new ColorX series also offers person, pet, and vehicle detection; motion-activated lighting; and PoE (Power over Ethernet) support.News
TP-Link’s new Tapo outdoor security cam boasts color night vision
The Tapo C325WB doesn’t rely on LED spotlights to record 2K-resolution video in color under low light conditions.News
Amazon to pay $30M to settle the FTC's Alexa, Ring complaints
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission had accused Amazon of illegally gathering data from kids through their Alexa profiles, as well as mishandling Ring videos.News
Wyze Cam Floodlight Pro promises high-end security for less
The budget-priced smart home device bolts a 2.5K-resolution security camera to a trio of articulated floodlights delivering up to 3,000 lumens of brightness.News
Abode Systems announces a low-cost DIY home security system
Stripping out smart home features such as Zigbee, Z-Wave, and HomeKit certification results in a simpler, less-expensive hub focused exclusively on security.News
Wyze's Cam Plus plan gets a price hike next month
Prepare to pay more for Wyze’s paid subscription plan starting in June, unless you switch to an annual plan.News
WiZ jumps into home monitoring with its first security camera
Following its unveiling of smart bulbs that double as motion sensors, WiZ serves up a home security camera that can trigger "light alarms" to scare intruders.News
Roku adds a security system to its smart home lineup
Expanding further into the smart home space, Roku is unveiling a home security kit complete with motion and entry sensors, an alarm, and a keypad.News
Abode smart home users can now integrate Google Nest devices
Google Nest thermostats, doorbells, and cameras can now be controlled from the Abode app alongside native Abode smart home devices.News
Ring's updated Indoor Cam adds a privacy shutter
The latest version of Ring's Indoor Cam marks the first Ring camera to come with a physical privacy shutter.News
TP-Link’s Tapo brand adds a hub to its smart home offerings
The Tapo H100 Smart Hub with Chime works with Tapo contact and motion sensors. It’s cheap, but it's not the brains for a full smart home system.News
The BenchSentry Delivery Box hides and protects your packages
The 7-cubic-foot storage chest keeps packages out of sight and can be upgraded with a Wi-Fi-connected smart lock and keypad.News
New Ring Battery Doorbell Plus promises higher video resolution
The $180 video doorbell also offers a 150- x 150-degree field of view, but you'll still need a Ring Protect subscription get event recordings.News
Blink Wired Floodlight Cam is now available on Amazon for $100
Blink's new smart home device features a 1080p security camera mounted between a pair of floodlights that produce 2,600 lumens of brightness.News
Wyze Cam OG series gets back to basics—and then some
The $24 Wyze Cam OG features a 120-degree field of view, while the $34 Wyze Cam OG Telephoto boasts a 3x telephoto lens. Both are discounted by $4 at launch.News
YI’s Home Camera is your ticket to cheap 24/7 monitoring
YI's budget security camera has limited features, but an ultra-affordable 24/7 monitoring plan sweetens the deal.News
Wyze unveils an outdoor version of its pan-and-tilt security cam
The Wyze Cam Pan v3 arrives with IP65 weather resistance, twice the amount of tilt coverage, and a feature that quickly blocks the camera lens for privacy.Updated
The best products we've seen at CES 2023
Wireless TVs, superb soundbars, security cameras for your car, tech for communicating with your pets, and more. CES was packed with great products.News
Reolink shows off 3 new wireless home security cameras at CES
The company plans to release two new indoor/outdoor, pan/tilt models in 2023, plus an outdoor pan/tilt model with PoE support.News