Tech Tuesday: Security
One of the biggest benefits of having a smart home is having a little extra peace of mind. While new lights and climate control can make everything perfect when you arrive, what about when you’re away from home? These connected cameras and locks let you keep an eye on what’s going on and are a safe upgrade to that old key hidden under the mat.
Nest Cam
Nest Cam offers 24/7 live streaming from a WiFi connected camera that can be tucked into any decor. More then just a webcam, Nest Cam can detect motion and alert your smartphone, activate nightvision after dark and includes a built-in microphone and speaker. Part of the Nest Family of smoke detectors and thermostats, your Nest products can all work together with a single mobile app.
$199
Canary
Canary is an all-in-one security system that’s perfect for apartments or small homes, yet easily expands for larger spaces. Canary is a single device that contains a wide-angle HD camera, motion sensor, 90+ decibel siren and temperature and air quality sensors. By sending alerts to your smartphone, Canary keeps you in the loop when it detects motion in your home.
$199
August
The August Smart Lock makes letting people in your home easier and safer then ever before. By using your smartphone as a virtual key, your front door can automatically lock and unlock as you come and go. Virtual keys can also be shared an controlled, letting you give access to a neighbor or handyman that can be turned off later. Conveniently August installs on the inside of the door, meaning your regular keys still continue to work like they always have.
$199
Wink + Chamberlain MyQ Garage Door Controller
Finally, you can stop worrying when you sit down in the office – “Did I close the garage?” MyQ works with any modern garage door opener that uses infrared safety sensors and is simple to install. A sensor lets you check if the door the door and then open or close it remotely. As a part of the Wink system, MyQ can also integrate with other devices to let you trigger lights or other devices upon arriving at home.
$129
