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Yahoo
13-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Ubiety Technologies™ Partners With Brinks Home™ to Release AI-Powered Home Security Experience
CHICAGO, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Ubiety Technologies, the pioneer in AI-driven presence verification and security intelligence, is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Brinks Home, a leader in smart home security solutions known for its innovative use of AI and unwavering focus on customer experience. Together, the companies are rolling out Ubiety's Halo Connect solution, featuring the HomeAware™ App, with a select group of Brinks Home customers to deliver a smarter, more intuitive, and more connected security experience. Enhancing Situational Awareness with HomeAware™ The HomeAware™ App is designed to revolutionize the way homeowners interact with their security systems. By leveraging Ubiety's proprietary AI, HomeAware provides real-time insights into who is present in and around the home—without relying on cameras. Know who is home at any given time—whether it's family members, guests, or unexpected visitors. Receive intelligent notifications about activity patterns, helping homeowners stay ahead of potential security concerns. Increase engagement with security systems by providing meaningful, actionable insights that go beyond traditional motion sensors and alerts. Bring intelligence to all existing security systems without requiring security panel integration, no truck roll necessary, and it's completely self installed. Putting the Customer First—Always "At Brinks Home, we're committed to delivering intelligent solutions that put our customers first," said Veronica Moturi, SVP of Customer Experience at Brinks Home. "This partnership with Ubiety reflects our drive to offer cutting-edge technology that is as smart as it is seamless. By releasing innovations like HomeAware in real-world settings, we're ensuring our customers get security that is not only proactive, but personalized to their lives." Innovation That Understands Context Ubiety's core value lies in understanding presence. The company's unique ambient sensing platform uses advanced AI to deliver adaptive, AI-powered security intelligence with minimal operational friction. By integrating Presence Verification and Adaptive Alarm Response, it enhances existing monitoring solutions, helping security companies reduce false alarms, improve response accuracy, and build trust with law enforcement. "This collaboration with Brinks Home represents a pivotal moment in making home security both intelligent and engaging," said Keith Puckett, Co-Founder & CEO of Ubiety Technologies. "With HomeAware and Halo Connect, we're delivering intelligent protection that enhances safety, respects privacy, and anticipates users' needs in real-time." About Brinks Home Brinks Home is one of the largest home security and alarm monitoring companies in North America. Headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Brinks Home provides best-in-class protection to over 1 million people through smart home security solutions backed by expertly trained professionals and an award-winning Alarm Response Center. The company has one of North America's largest networks of independent authorized dealers and agents—providing products and support to customers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico—as well as professionally installed products and 24/7 monitoring. Learn more at About Ubiety Technologies Ubiety Technologies is revolutionizing home security with AI-powered Presence Verification, Adaptive Alarm Response, and real-time security intelligence. Ubiety's Halo Connect platform provides homeowners and security providers with trusted, verified insights, improving safety while reducing false alarms. Learn more at To learn more about Ubiety's HomeAware product visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Ubiety Technologies Inc.
Buzz Feed
05-05-2025
- Buzz Feed
Burglars Are Targeting This One Spot In Your Home, And Security Experts Are Saying This Is The Best Way To Protect Your Home
When you're packing for a beach trip, winding down with an episode of Grey's Anatomy or enjoying dinner with family, the last thing you probably want to think about is someone invading your home. And yet, it's a real-life scenario that is estimated to happen every 25.7 seconds, so it's worth some thought. At the same time, worrying too much about a home burglary probably isn't helpful, nor do you likely have the time for it. So, what steps 'should' you take? According to a couple of home security experts, a major focus is knowing where a person is most likely to break in, plus the psychology behind their actions. Ahead, they spill that information and how to protect your home. The No. 1 Spot In Your Home A Burglar Goes First — And Why Maybe it's surprising, maybe it's not: The first place a burglar thinks to break into your home is the front door. According to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, 34% of home burglaries happen this way. Essentially, the reason why boils down to one key point: It's easiest. 'As these doors are the most direct entry points into a home, they are easier to access, can be easier to forcibly enter and can even be left unlocked, allowing intruders to enter without deterrence,' said Rick Sheets, vice president of monitoring and compliance at Brinks Home. In fact, about 42% of people leave their doors and windows unlocked when they're at home, and in 28% of burglary cases, someone is home. That's not the only lock-related concern. 'Another healthy percentage leaves spare keys in obvious places, like under the front door mat,' added Rob Gabriele, the in-house home security and safety expert for Opting for the front door mat makes sense — which is a good thing and a not-so-good thing, as you can see here. Other Common Spots Burglars Go Inside A Home The front door isn't the only way burglars get in, and it doesn't cover where they go after. So, let's talk about other common spots. Through Windows Windows are the next avenue in which burglars break into a home. Particularly, Sheets warned about windows on the ground floor. Again, easier access. Where Valuables Are Stored Pretty obvious, but it's worth noting — especially since you can't help that you have certain valuables and where you put them, to some degree. For example, you 'should' be 'allowed' to have a TV in your downstairs bedroom and feel that it's safe, even if that's unfortunately not the case. 'Once a burglar has entered the home, they often target rooms that typically house valuables, such as primary bedrooms, media rooms, and home offices,' Sheets said. First-Floor Rooms Burglars are fairly quick; they typically spend less than 10 minutes in a home. That means their main focus is usually nearby spaces. 'It's rare for them to waste time on second-floor spaces,' Gabriele said. However, it's common for people to leave valuables on the first floor, he continued. People may leave purses and wallets by the front door, for example. Additionally, they often have electronics in their living rooms and medications in their bathrooms and kitchens. So, it may help to hide those items, place them in a safe or at least put them on the second floor, if possible. Home Security Tips To Remember Now that you know the areas to focus on, let's talk about what you can do in those areas (and around them) to reduce the chances of a burglary. Avoid Hiding Spare Keys As mentioned, burglars know people typically hide keys under mats or in flowerpots. By not putting a key there, you may reduce your risk. Instead, Sheets recommended finding an alternative solution, such as securing your spare key with a smart door lock. Remember, while finding the right key on your keyring might be a hassle, leaving your door unlocked can lead to some pretty unfortunate situations. Move Valuables Away From Windows Besides being exactly what burglars want, those valuables are close to a common entry point. 'Valuables left near first-floor windows make for tempting smash-and-grab targets,' Gabrielle said. Make it harder for the burglar to steal your things. Make Your Home Look Occupied And Lived In Burglars may be less likely to break into your home if they think someone is inside. So, even if you're not home, consider making it look like you are. 'Use smart home devices, such as lights and plugs, to simulate activity within your home,' Sheets said. 'This strategy is especially useful during extended absences, like vacations.' Believe it or not, this is important when it's light out, too. Most burglaries occur during the day — between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m., to be exact — perhaps because burglars think people are at work. So however you make your home look occupied, don't forget to do it during daylight hours. Other ways to make your home look lived in include keeping your lawn mowed, trimming your hedges and bringing in your mail, Gabriele said. 'If you have to be away for any length of time, ask a relative, a friend or a neighbor to take care of these chores for you,' he continued. 'First and foremost, you want to give the impression that you're vigilant about your security.' Add Sensors And Security Systems On the note of security, door sensors, window sensors, glass-break sensors … these are all great home safety items Sheets mentioned. 'Homeowners will receive alerts for both forced entry through doors or windows, as well as glass breakage, ensuring comprehensive protection,' he explained. Often, security systems offer 24/7 monitoring, video surveillance and instant alerts, Sheets added, which deter burglars. Further, if they break in anyway, these systems will alert the authorities for you. So naturally, it makes sense that Gabriele said this is the 'very best way to protect yourself.' 'Beyond the actual protection entry sensors and cameras provide, they tell burglars in plain language that your home is secure,' he continued. 'Even a video doorbell is a bright red warning to anyone who might be thinking about breaking into your home.'
Business Mayor
04-05-2025
- Business Mayor
My Favorite Home Security Tech to Keep Mom Safe for Mother's Day
While moms still appreciate a classic gift like flowers, you can go a step beyond this year with something long-lasting: The gift of safety and happiness with the right home security technology. I've picked out a dozen security devices from my testing in the past years that have special benefits for mom, from watching over kids (or pets) to helping her stay healthy. My list includes baby monitors, portable cameras, air quality alerts, delivery boxes and more: At least one is sure to be the perfect fit for the mom in your life. Worried about tariffs driving prices up for Mother's Day gifts? Check out our comprehensive tariff tracker for the current situation and how tariffs are likely to affect the prices of common gift items. Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium Ecobee's smart thermostat can save a home (and mom) time and energy. A smart thermostat takes the time and annoyance away from adjusting a thermostat manually, letting it learn your household activity levels and helping you save money automatically. I picked this Ecobee Premium model ($244) for its included satellite sensor, which means mom can put it in a chilly room where she's spending some time, and the thermostat will heat the home with that room in mind. I asked Natalie Bracamontez, VP of marketing and customer engagement at home security company Brinks Home, about giving a smart thermostat as a potential gift. 'I have two young boys, and one of them sleeps in a room above the garage, which tends to run warmer,' she said. 'I use a temperature sensor in his room to make sure he stays comfortable-without freezing his brother down the hall. The sensor helps me adjust the thermostat based on their actual needs, and with set schedules and automation.' Ring Stick Up Cam (Battery) Ring's battery cam is on the higher-end but offers a versatile, weather resistance option to watch kids wherever they are. An indoor camera is a great way to watch over kids, nannies and everything else . I like this Ring model ($90) , not just because of its smart objection detection and two-way audio, but because it's a battery model that mom can move around to whatever room she wants — or even take it outdoors for an afternoon of play. The app provides alerts, live views and motion zones for customization. Schlage Encode Lever smart lock Schlage's lever lock can be installed on many kinds of compatible doors. Sometimes, mom needs some privacy. While many smart locks are designed to work with deadbolts, I chose this Schlage Lever ($240) because it can work with all kinds of locks and doesn't need a deadbolt. From bedrooms to pantries, moms can get smart lock protection with remote management, keypad codes and autolocking, among other features. Read more: CNET's Smart Lock Buying Guide SwitchBot Meter Pro CO2 monitor Switchbot's Meter Pro shows local air quality anywhere you put it and is small enough for a pocket. Air quality affects everything from workout quality to the health of kids and pets, but it's hard to judge. This SwitchBot monitor ($70) is my favorite way to keep an eye on CO2 (carbon dioxide) levels in any room in the house. It's portable, accurate and can connect to an app for remote monitoring. For example, put it in the kitchen and see how cooking or stovetop work affects your air quality (my CO2 levels certainly spike), then take action with an air purifier or an open window. It measures humidity, too. Blink Outdoor 4 cam Blink's Outdoor 4 cam is easy to mount and reliable for watching an outdoor space. An outdoor camera is perfect for watching kids or doggos play in the yard even when mom has to be elsewhere. I love this wireless Blink cam ($100) for its easy-to-use app and lengthy battery life — I've had mine for well over a year, and I still get reliable alerts on backyard animal and person activity without needing to change the batteries once. Amazon Echo Show 5 The Echo Show 5 makes an excellent video chat option for kids as well as a way to watch through security cameras. A smart display like this Echo Show 5 ($90) does more than just show TV shows or recipe video walkthroughs. It also gives a live view from compatible security cameras (like the Blink Cam I just mentioned) with a simple voice command, letting mom glance through cameras even when her hands are busy. Kidde's Ring-Supported smart smoke detector Kidde is partnering with Ring for even smarter smoke detectors. A smoke detector brings mom plenty peace of mind: This new smart model from Kidde ($75) watches for both smoke and carbon monoxide, while tapping in the Ring security app. That app gives you remote alerts and low battery warnings, and it can tap into an emergency response subscription if you want. Plus, Kidde's sensors are designed to help cut down on accidental alarms from enthusiastic cooking and other common — but not dangerous — sources. Yale smart delivery box Delivery boxes keep packages safe and easy to manage. Is mom worried about porch pirates making off with delivered goods? There's a new — well, an old but updated — fix for that: This smart delivery box from Yale ($280) keeps packages safe while allowing you to use an app to remotely lock or unlock it and get alerts when it's being used. You can also upgrade it with a keypad (give the number to delivery services) or a cooler bag, depending on what mom likes to order. Lockly Biometric smart safe Lockly's biometric safe is an excellent option for smaller home safes. This small but powerful safe from Lockly ($350) is perfect for storing jewelry, money, old photos, documents and anything else near and dear to mom's heart. It can easily fit in a closet or office shelf, and unlocks at a touch with its fingerprint sensor, plus many more smart features. I tried breaking into it — the safe is secure. Petcube 360 pet cam Petcube's tiny 360 cam is a strong budget option for petowners. If mom has a furry friend she cares about, this compact pet cam from Petcube ($45) is affordable and designed specifically to watch out for pets and give AI-powered alerts about where they are and what they are doing. It's also equipped with night vision, two-way audio to talk to a pet and sound alerts if a pet starts barking. Arlo home security system Arlo's system is affordable, easy to set up and can monitor all kinds of things. If mom's a bit worried about security when loved ones are home, a security system can bring plenty peace of mind. One option I recommend frequently is this compact two-sensor system from Arlo ($200) . It's DIY friendly, affordable and has eight-in-one sensors that can measure anything from motion and doors opening to air quality and temperature — whatever mom wants to watch out for. CuboAI Smart Baby Monitor 3 A CuboAI white monitor watching over a baby. If mom has a little one who is spending a lot of time in the crib, I've tested this unique CuboAI baby monitor ($300) and came away impressed: It's designed to mount on a stand or the wall and quite literally watch over your baby's bed, giving notifications about crying, sleeping, breathing and warnings if it looks like a baby's face is covered and so on. When kids grow, it can start to double as an AI warning system if tots wander into customizable no-no zones. For more options, take a look at our list of the best smart home devices, best smart plugs and top fitness trackers.
