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Need a cheap and easy way to deter intruders? For homeowners, outdoor lighting is a game changer for providing a line of sight on potential trepassers without running up costly energy bills. If you're ...

Vivint’s custom home security systems are pricey, but its professional services are top-notch. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page are from partners ...

The new Google Nest Cams that ADT offers have built-in facial recognition capabilities that can power useful automation ...

Eufy has unveiled three new smart home sensors in quick succession, including a long-life motion sensor, a dedicated glass break detector, and a compact smart smoke alarm. The new devices all connect ...

Blink isn't a traditional alarm system, but its high-quality budget camera bundles work well for home security. NerdWallet is committed to editorial integrityMany or all of the products on this page ...

Tying together accessories across manufacturers is a key reason I love building around a smart home platform vs. picking manufacturers. One of the most underrated accessory types for HomeKit is motion ...

Xfinity is one of the bigger players in the broadband market, and it’s been expanding into the smart home market with a security-focused add-on service called Xfinity Home. Today, Xfinity announced ...

Finding the best HomeKit motion sensor grants some new abilities to Apple's Home app, and with Thread technology, this will "Matter" even more going forward. Motion sensors can be used for more than ...

Home security systems are expensive and often come with ongoing costs, but smart home technology has never been more affordable or accessible. Though pricey alarm systems still have their place, I ...

A level-by-level guide to home security, from simple sensors to prestige-protection ...

This security system is entry-level in every sense of the word, and it’s only appropriate to serve the most basic of security needs. I suppose if I was looking for a no-frills, absolutely basic ...