Home Safety and Security

Old Arlo security cameras will keep their seven-day free cloud storage, but with security updates ending next year, they'll be vulnerable to hackers.

The Arlo Safe App delivers video recordings of emergency events, personal safety monitoring, and crash detection in one uniquely comprehensive app.

These free personal safety apps can alert others that you need help, even if you're unable to send an SOS yourself.

Monitor your indoor air quality, improve it with practical expert advice, and advance indoor air pollution research with the AerNos AerHome.

On June 8, Amazon will use your Echo and Ring devices to start sharing your home WiFi with strangers without your permission. Here's how to opt out 

The non-wired Ring Video Doorbell 3 Plus delivers high-quality Full HD video and excellent security features. Here's why we're impressed.

The SimpleSense WiFi Leak and Freeze Detector is the right choice for those that want a set-it-and-forget-it solution to leak and freeze detection.

 Yale’s Smart Delivery Boxes automatically locks after a delivery is placed inside, providing an easy way to prevent theft, but do they really work?

The Ring Always Home Cam is not just another security camera; it’s a camera drone that patrols the house while you’re out and livestreams as it flies.

You'll soon be able to stream your Fire TV content to your car, fill your home with Ring smart lights, and fill your life with new Alexa products.

Security for smart home devices is as critical as security on laptops and smartphones. Are you following all these home security tips?

If you're looking to build out your smart home, the season's sales will make it easy to outfit every room with connected gadgets.

Upgrade your smart home with the latest tech to make your day-to-day life a whole lot easier.

If you have a connected device in your smarthome, there's a good chance it has security vulnerabilities you need to know about.

There are plenty of inexpensive gadgets that can make a big difference in our everyday lives, either on their own or in combination with products we already own. 

Amazon's Echo devices get a new Alexa skill, Alexa Guard, which turns Alexa into a house sitter when you leave home.

Concerned about being spied on with hidden cameras? These hidden camera detectors, smartphone apps and safety tips will help you find them.

The International Home and Housewares Show is the place for discovering all of the cool new gadgets for your home. Here are the 15 products we want for our homes.

These tactical flashlights are small and feature a weatherproof, ultra-lightweight titanium alloy construction that fits comfortably in your pocket. Now on sale for only $18.

These nine products will help you live a healthier, more stress-free life and make a huge impact on your overall wellbeing.

Starting in iOS 12, your iPhone will automatically send location information to emergency dispatchers when you call 911.

With doorbell video cameras and digital peepholes, you can instantly see who's at the door. Here are our top picks.

Default passwords, used by many connected devices, let hackers into your home network — no hacking skills required.

The International Home and Housewares Show is the best place for discovering all of the cool new must-have gadgets for your home.

The lowdown on how secure smart home devices are - and what you can do to protect your connected home

Here are three awesome gift options this holiday season, any of which we'd be glad to unwrap.

Would you let a stranger enter your home when you're away to deliver a package? Amazon is betting on it.

Your mission in assembling a bug-out bag is to ensure that your basic needs are met if you’re forced to evacuate your home. Here's the tech to pack. 

Fortress Security offers home protection packages that connect to your landline or VOIP line starting at only $120, with no monthly fees.

Here are a few products to make your house a little bit smarter and a whole lot more convenient.

Security company ADT adds new ways to access its security monitoring features without committing to a lengthy contract.

Before you start your holiday cooking, make sure your food processor isn't affected.

Products that make everyday life easier make the best gifts. Here are three of our favorites.

The Kevo Gen 2 has all the same features we loved in the original, but it's more secure, easier to install and integrates with other smart home tech. 

Turn regular light switches into smart light switches you can control with your smartphone with no drilling, no wiring, no mess.

BeON's Home Protection System is a sophisticated early warning system for your home, disguised and doubling, as smart bulbs.

When you search for local home repair services, you might end up reaching a fraudulent operation that has submitted a fake address to Google Maps.

Here's what you need to know about choosing a Personal Emergency Response Systems and our picks.

Got a habit of getting locked out of your apartment? The iHere 3.0 is here to save the day). Only $22.99 (54% off) at Techlicious Deals.

When the police ask you to say nothing about an ongoing hunt for terrorists in your city, what do you do? Why, post cat pics on Twitter, of course.

Control your kids' screen time with Circle with Disney, a $100 device that gives you control over every app and device your kids are using.

The BeON smart LED bulb remembers your lighting routine and uses it to keep burglars away when you're not home. Find out more about this bright idea.

Upgrade your Kwikset Kevo smart deadbolt lock to get features that let you control and check the status of your lock from afar.

Be prepared for the next hurricane with these gadgets and apps that will track the storm and help you when it hits, even if you have no power.

Efficiency has come to paper shredders with Fellowes’ new AutoMax 130C “walk-away” shredder that turn a stack of paper into confetti at the press of a switch.

The FLIR FX home security camera offers an easy recap of the day's recordings, convenient cloud storage and can be used as a portable action cam.

Owners of older, soon-to-be-obsolete Dropcam HDs, original Dropcams and Dropcam Echos will get a free Dropcam HD camera as a replacement.

“Honeywell, I’m Home.” The Honeywell Lyric Home Security takes voice commands and works with a range of connected products, including thermostats, lighting, shade s and lock controls.

With a 720-degree range of view controlled via iOS or Android app, this upcoming home security camera can see it all.