Vicious burglars and break-in gangs are using cutting-edge technology to pull off nefarious heists — and even celebs like Brad Pitt, Nicole Kidman and Keanu Reeves aren’t safe. A spate of home invasions, crafty break-ins and the recent tragic double-murder of “American Idol” music supervisor Robin Kaye and her husband Thomas Deluca inside their Encino…
A complete home security system protects your entry points (doors and windows), detects motion inside your home while you’re away, and includes a keypad for arming and disarming the system. Ring makes some of our favorite systems, and you can pick up one during Amazon’s Prime Day sale for as much as 50% off. The…
Deeper Dive: Our Top Tested Picks (Credit: Joseph Maldonado, Alisa Stern) Pros & Cons Affordable hardware with reasonable monthly monitoring fees No contract required Easy, free DIY setup or optional paid professional installation Cellular and Wi-Fi connectivity, the latter of which is optional FastProtect monitoring includes 24/7 Live Guard protection Very limited integration with other…
Home security devices help protect your home against many different problems, but what happens when something huge like a hurricane hits? Your home security system may be durable, but even it may need some special care along with the rest of your home to withstand high winds, fierce rain and possibly flooding. At CNET, we’ve…
For seniors, the right home security system could be a critical part of keeping you safe. Maskot/Getty Images As you age, you become more vulnerable. The threat of falls, accidents, and health scares increases, and you become an easier target for burglars, too. For these reasons, creating a safe and secure home environment is critical…
You don’t have to break the bank to get efficient home security systems. Getty Images Presidents Day sales aren’t just limited to big-ticket items like televisions and refrigerators. There are also plenty of sales on gadgets and tech that are worth considering, particularly if you’re looking to invest in your home. For instance, home security systems and…
We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn more › Amanda Reed Sign Up For Goods 🛍️ Product news, reviews, and must-have deals. A home security system gives more peace of mind compared to a simple bolted door. There is nothing better than feeling safe in…
One of the first decisions you’ll make before building out your own smart home is weighing security features against convenience features. Most of the packages you’ll encounter will emphasize one or the other, even if they offer elements of both. If you’re mostly interested in being alerted to a break-in, or a disaster such as…
