Home security systems are perfect for stopping or hindering an ongoing robbery, giving the residents ample of time to call the police. However, even if the break-in attempt was foiled, the chances are high that the house has suffered a moderate amount of damage during the process, not to mention the emotional distress you went through. Wouldn’t it be more convenient if the criminals simply gave up on the idea of targeting your home altogether and never even set foot on your property? By studying the mindset of burglars and their secret marks, security experts have come up with several strategies to reinforce the defensive image of your home. Read More…
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Lack of Encryption Is The Trojan Horse of Home Security Systems
Hacking, privacy and data theft are all hot topics in our day and age, especially when it involves our personal belongings. As a matter of fact, did you know that it’s not only your computer that can fall victim to a virtual attack? Independent researchers have tested several home security systems and have come to the shocking conclusion that the wireless signal most base stations use is rooted in outdated technology, full of security holes just waiting to be exploited. The results beg the question, can your alarm system be protected by encryption? Read More…
Arming Your Home Security While Going to Sleep at Night
A common fear among homeowners with advanced security is that they might end up tripping their own devices as they stumble through their own hallway during the night. The fear is well-justified, too, because some home security companies charge customers for unwarranted alerts. However, the other end of the spectrum is equally unfortunate; turning off the alarms while sleeping is a risky move since burglars can then sneak in anytime and leave without anyone realizing. The best course of action to solve this issue is to smarten up the alarm system or place them in such a way that only intruders will fall for the trap. Read More…
Sound Activated Security: Must-Have Feature or Just a Gimmick?
As technology continues to evolve our everyday life more closely resembles the vision of what sci-fi of the 60s thought the future would look like. Self-driving cars? Check. Handheld computers? Call them smartphones, but check. Alarms and cameras that are voice activated? Of course we have those! Thanks to home automation and smart technology, our life cannot be more convenient.
But do we actually need to fit all these security products with microphones? Does sound activation actually improve the performance of a camera, or can other features — like motion detection — do the job just as well? Read More…
Home Security Showdown: Swing Bar Locks vs Chain Locks
Not all locks are created to be equally strong or safe. Depending on the mechanism, there are locks that are easy to use but offer weaker defensive capabilities, while others are more serious but in exchange homeowners must fiddle about more in order to properly secure the door. Swing bar locks and chain locks are often seen as equally viable options, but one has a clear advantage over the other when it comes to security. It should be also highlighted that one simple lock isn’t enough to prevent burglars from marching in, and responsible homeowners are better off preparing the building with extra alarms and cameras. Read More…
Enhancing Camera Systems With Audio Surveillance
A surveillance system without audio recording is like a one-armed soldier. But when it comes to home security, you’ll need fully capable protectors free of any such flaws. Items such as surveillance microphones provide an extra pair of ears alongside the eyes that you’ve set up in your home. In most cases burglars don’t expect hidden microphones, and so they may start chatting during the robbery. Being able to record their speech is crucial evidence for the later investigation. Additionally, audio surveillance provides environmental information in places where cameras can’t see. Read More…
Using Your GoPro as a Home Security Camera
The idea of a full-fledged camera system constantly monitoring your home is very exciting, but looking at the cost of such a surveillance set – complete with a DVR – is rather disheartening. But what if you have a spare GoPro kicking around? It’s a camera alright, and with a little bit of tech know-how it can be turned into a fierce security camera.
The benefits of this idea are not hard to figure out: you don’t need to purchase an expensive camera; the installation is not so complicated; and you can enjoy the feeling of self-satisfaction for building your own home security system. But on the downside, the GoPro might not be cut out for such purpose at all… Read More…
Security Cameras Secretly Ruining Homeowner Privacy
Security cameras are double-edged swords. As with any piece of technology, they are amoral, meaning that they don’t differentiate between good and evil. You may have purchased an indoor surveillance camera to keep an eye on your belongings but if a hacker takes control over it, this same camera will then become a device for spying on you.
Unfortunately, many homeowners blissfully overlook the gaping holes in their privacy that come from their own security products. Companies aren’t doing their best either, as they often use outdated safety measures. On the bright side, new innovations are popping up on the horizon all the time, with devices that help you better protect your privacy. Read More…
Using Your Old Phone as a Home Security Camera
What is the best way to repurpose your old smartphone? In our hectic world, smartphone generations quickly follow each other, offering ever smoother user experiences, better cameras, larger screens and more. It’s hard to resist the yearly updates when we want everything quicker and as good as possible, but then what should you do with the old one? Keeping them just to collect dust is simply a waste, as is throwing the device out, but trading it in a shop will likely only get you dimes not dollars.
Some people turn their old phone into a slick alarm clock or music player for when hitting the gym. Others transform it into a remote for other smart devices; modern locks or garage doors can be easily opened with a single tap on the touchscreen. And speaking of security, why not use that old phone to upgrade it into a trusty security camera? The possibilities are endless. Read More…
Are In-Door Delivery Systems Compromising Security?
Do you know the story of the wolf and the seven goats? The wolf tries to get into the goat’s house while she is away, but the kids won’t open the door. So the wolf disguises himself, changes his voice and promises gifts for the kids, who are now more than willing to open the door – only to be devoured by the wolf.
Even though the story eventually ends on a happy note, the moral is that people are too willing to let go of their concerns for safety if a friendly person promises benefits. Something similar is brewing in the kitchen of Walmart and Amazon, who are working on home security devices that grant access to the delivery guy even if you aren’t home. Read More…
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