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CNET
10-08-2025
- CNET
How to Turn Your Security Camera Into an All-Purpose Home Care Tool
When you're thinking about buying a home security cam, you're probably thinking about stopping bad guys, like burglars and porch pirates. But my security cameras put in constant work as everyday helpers. AI detection, other AI features and smart alerts team up to help out with common problems around my home and save me time. Here are my favorite ways that you can turn your security cameras into ever-present aids, from finding lost toys to handling smart locks and lots more. Make your security cam multipurpose, and you'll multiply the value you get from it many times over. Read more: Spots to Never Install a Security Camera Package instructions Security cams can give delivery people instructions. Hyve With their AI detection features, many home security cameras can recognize packages and alert you if they appear or disappear. That's not only handy for stopping porch pirates. Even if your packages aren't in immediate danger, it's useful to see when a person is arriving with a package so you can give them quick instructions like placing it near the door so it doesn't get rained on, putting it in a delivery box, waiting until you get the garage door opened, and so on. If you don't want to activate the two-way audio, a number of video doorbells and similar devices have customized preset messages that Alexa or other voice assistants can give with the press of a button to save time. Opening your door for family Yale's latest Google Home integrations could enable even more routines. Yale Today's video doorbells and security cameras aren't just smart, they can also connect with other home devices and control them. One of my favorite tricks is using facial recognition for family and other allowed guests, then automatically unlocking a smart lock for them as they approach. Not too many locks can do this yet but compatibility is on the rise if you don't mind a bit of facial recognition. Yale's latest smart lock can do this with a Nest Doorbell, for example, or integrate with an ADT+ security system to perform a similar task. On a similar note, if you have a security camera at the right angle in front of your home, you can also use it to double-check if the garage door is closed, just in case you forgot. Spotting bugs and pests A security system can even do some pest control work for you. Tharon Green/CNET Home security cameras aren't always watching: When armed, they're motion-activated and they can ignore certain types of motion like swaying branches or small pets. However, you can turn up motion sensitivity if you want to take a really close look at something, which can come in surprisingly handy if you're trying to track down a pest problem. From roaches to rodents, indoor cameras and their night vision capabilities plus motion detection can alert you when they appear and, most important, give you vital clues about where they are coming from and how to stop them. Activating a backyard intercom Outdoor security cams can make surprisingly useful intercoms. Tyler Lacoma/CNET Every home security cam worth its price includes two-way audio that you can activate from an app. That's not only handy in video doorbell scenarios, it also makes a great mini-intercom when someone's too far away to yell at, like sunning on the patio or playing in the backyard. Use the audio to call in kids for dinner, ask your S.O. what they want for takeout, let someone know the oven timer went off … OK, maybe I'm just hungry. But if there's a walkie-talkie reason to talk to someone, your security cam can handle it. Finding lost objects More advanced security AI can help you find lost objects. Google One of the 2025 advances in security cameras is the ability for AI like Google's Gemini to look through saved security video footage in the cloud. Ring's newest generative AI can perform the same sort of tasks, and upcoming upgrades to Alexa Plus and Siri are likely to include similar features. If you're OK with AI looking through your videos and identifying objects, it can be a great solution to track down something missing. In the case of Gemini, you can ask the AI directly, "Where did the kids leave their bikes?" or "Where did the dog leave the ball?" and it will answer with what info it can collect from the latest video footage. Watching over your pets Security cameras with AI detection and audio can also function as pet monitors. Speaking of pets, if you leave a pet at home during the day or on vacation and would like to keep an eye on it, an indoor security camera can easily handle the job. Dedicated pet cams do exist but many general security cams can also recognize pets, send you alerts when one is spotted, allowing you to use the two-way audio to comfort them or, as needed, yell at them to get off the table. Switching to a dedicated pet cam allows for more specific controls, like tossing treats and getting more pet-related notifications. Keeping older residents safe Security cams can be an easy way to get alerts about older loved ones, too. Granny pods and other independent living situations still let you keep an eye on loved ones with the right security camera. For example, a porch security camera with face recognition can let you know when an older relative is leaving at an unusual time, like "Front door cam sees Dolores leaving the house." Or if older relatives like to go out shopping or for a walk, the same cam can send you alerts when it recognizes them returning home so you don't have to worry. Monitoring babies and toddlers You can switch a security cam to baby and toddler duty, too. Hubble Connected / CNET At CNET we've tested a variety of dedicated baby monitors with plenty of useful features. Security cameras offer broad alternatives that you can repurpose for security or easily switch rooms later as needed. The security cam can still send motion alerts, let you check in on a baby at any time or provide notifications if it sees a toddler leaving its room -- no matter where the parents may be. Birdwatching Security cameras are great for birdwatching in the right spot. Avatarmin via Getty If you're a fan of keeping an eye on what birds visit your feeders, posting a nearby security camera is a fun addition. You can peek through the live view whenever you want and save pics or videos when you spot an unusual or brightly colored visitor. Equip your birdwatching security camera with a solar panel and you'll rarely have to worry about recharging, either. Oh, and you'll get updates about strangers on your property, too. Now that your mind is on home safety, why not visit my guide on the best DIY home security systems, the top tricks to prevent trespassing and the best mounting choices for security cameras.
CNET
02-08-2025
- CNET
9 Ways to Turn Your Home Security Camera Into a Tool for Health, Pets, Pest Control and More
I put my home security cameras to work -- and not just when it comes to watching for porch pirates. The secret is that today's advanced security systems are so packed with sensors and features, they can help you out with many different everyday jobs. From two-way audio to more advanced AI detection and alerts, you'd be surprised how much easier they can make life. Check below to see how I use security cams for things like finding lost objects, managing smart locks, taking care of my pets and plenty more. When you invest in a security cam, you're not just improving home security, you're getting a multipurpose tool that's always at hand. Read more: Spots to Never Install a Security Camera Package instructions Security cams can give delivery people instructions. Hyve With their AI detection features, many home security cameras can recognize packages and alert you if they appear or disappear. That's not only handy for stopping porch pirates. Even if your packages aren't in immediate danger, it's useful to see when a person is arriving with a package so you can give them quick instructions like placing it near the door so it doesn't get rained on, putting it in a delivery box, waiting until you get the garage door opened, and so on. If you don't want to activate the two-way audio, a number of video doorbells and similar devices have customized preset messages that Alexa or other voice assistants can give with the press of a button to save time. Opening your door for family Yale's latest Google Home integrations could enable even more routines. Yale Today's video doorbells and security cameras aren't just smart, they can also connect with other home devices and control them. One of my favorite tricks is using facial recognition for family and other allowed guests, then automatically unlocking a smart lock for them as they approach. Not too many locks can do this yet but compatibility is on the rise if you don't mind a bit of facial recognition. Yale's latest smart lock can do this with a Nest Doorbell, for example, or integrate with an ADT+ security system to perform a similar task. On a similar note, if you have a security camera at the right angle in front of your home, you can also use it to double-check if the garage door is closed, just in case you forgot. Spotting bugs and pests A security system can even do some pest control work for you. Tharon Green/CNET Home security cameras aren't always watching: When armed, they're motion-activated and they can ignore certain types of motion like swaying branches or small pets. However, you can turn up motion sensitivity if you want to take a really close look at something, which can come in surprisingly handy if you're trying to track down a pest problem. From roaches to rodents, indoor cameras and their night vision capabilities plus motion detection can alert you when they appear and, most important, give you vital clues about where they are coming from and how to stop them. Activating a backyard intercom Outdoor security cams can make surprisingly useful intercoms. Tyler Lacoma/CNET Every home security cam worth its price includes two-way audio that you can activate from an app. That's not only handy in video doorbell scenarios, it also makes a great mini-intercom when someone's too far away to yell at, like sunning on the patio or playing in the backyard. Use the audio to call in kids for dinner, ask your S.O. what they want for takeout, let someone know the oven timer went off … OK, maybe I'm just hungry. But if there's a walkie-talkie reason to talk to someone, your security cam can handle it. Finding lost objects More advanced security AI can help you find lost objects. Google One of the 2025 advances in security cameras is the ability for AI like Google's Gemini to look through saved security video footage in the cloud. Ring's newest generative AI can perform the same sort of tasks, and upcoming upgrades to Alexa Plus and Siri are likely to include similar features. If you're OK with AI looking through your videos and identifying objects, it can be a great solution to track down something missing. In the case of Gemini, you can ask the AI directly, "Where did the kids leave their bikes?" or "Where did the dog leave the ball?" and it will answer with what info it can collect from the latest video footage. Watching over your pets Security cameras with AI detection and audio can also function as pet monitors. Speaking of pets, if you leave a pet at home during the day or on vacation and would like to keep an eye on it, an indoor security camera can easily handle the job. Dedicated pet cams do exist but many general security cams can also recognize pets, send you alerts when one is spotted, allowing you to use the two-way audio to comfort them or, as needed, yell at them to get off the table. Switching to a dedicated pet cam allows for more specific controls, like tossing treats and getting more pet-related notifications. Keeping older residents safe Security cams can be an easy way to get alerts about older loved ones, too. Granny pods and other independent living situations still let you keep an eye on loved ones with the right security camera. For example, a porch security camera with face recognition can let you know when an older relative is leaving at an unusual time, like "Front door cam sees Dolores leaving the house." Or if older relatives like to go out shopping or for a walk, the same cam can send you alerts when it recognizes them returning home so you don't have to worry. Monitoring babies and toddlers You can switch a security cam to baby and toddler duty, too. Hubble Connected / CNET At CNET we've tested a variety of dedicated baby monitors with plenty of useful features. Security cameras offer broad alternatives that you can repurpose for security or easily switch rooms later as needed. The security cam can still send motion alerts, let you check in on a baby at any time or provide notifications if it sees a toddler leaving its room -- no matter where the parents may be. Birdwatching Security cameras are great for birdwatching in the right spot. Avatarmin via Getty If you're a fan of keeping an eye on what birds visit your feeders, posting a nearby security camera is a fun addition. You can peek through the live view whenever you want and save pics or videos when you spot an unusual or brightly colored visitor. Equip your birdwatching security camera with a solar panel and you'll rarely have to worry about recharging, either. Oh, and you'll get updates about strangers on your property, too. Now that your mind is on home safety, why not visit my guide on the best DIY home security systems, the top tricks to prevent trespassing and the best mounting choices for security cameras.
CNET
31-07-2025
- CNET
9 Home Security Camera Hacks That Have Nothing to Do With Burglars or Break-Ins
It's understandable if you're getting a security camera because you're worried about home safety and burglars, or even home invasions. Those crimes have fallen in recent years, partly from the rise of smart home security systems, but a home security camera can do far more than just watch for a trespasser. I use my home security cameras all the time -- just not for any crime-related reasons. Those sensors, features and alerts are incredibly useful for everyday home tasks like managing smart locks, finding lost objects, taking care of pets or loved ones and even watching wildlife. Here are some of my favorite purposes my cameras have beyond security. Read more: Spots to Never Install a Security Camera Package instructions Security cams can give delivery people instructions. Hyve With their AI detection features, many home security cameras can recognize packages and alert you if they appear or disappear. That's not only handy for stopping porch pirates. Even if your packages aren't in immediate danger, it's useful to see when a person is arriving with a package so you can give them quick instructions like placing it near the door so it doesn't get rained on, putting it in a delivery box, waiting until you get the garage door opened, and so on. If you don't want to activate the two-way audio, a number of video doorbells and similar devices have customized preset messages that Alexa or other voice assistants can give with the press of a button to save time. Opening your door for family Yale's latest Google Home integrations could enable even more routines. Yale Today's video doorbells and security cameras aren't just smart, they can also connect with other home devices and control them. One of my favorite tricks is using facial recognition for family and other allowed guests, then automatically unlocking a smart lock for them as they approach. Not too many locks can do this yet but compatibility is on the rise if you don't mind a bit of facial recognition. Yale's latest smart lock can do this with a Nest Doorbell, for example, or integrate with an ADT+ security system to perform a similar task. On a similar note, if you have a security camera at the right angle in front of your home, you can also use it to double-check if the garage door is closed, just in case you forgot. Spotting bugs and pests A security system can even do some pest control work for you. Tharon Green/CNET Home security cameras aren't always watching: When armed, they're motion-activated and they can ignore certain types of motion like swaying branches or small pets. However, you can turn up motion sensitivity if you want to take a really close look at something, which can come in surprisingly handy if you're trying to track down a pest problem. From roaches to rodents, indoor cameras and their night vision capabilities plus motion detection can alert you when they appear and, most important, give you vital clues about where they are coming from and how to stop them. Activating a backyard intercom Outdoor security cams can make surprisingly useful intercoms. Tyler Lacoma/CNET Every home security cam worth its price includes two-way audio that you can activate from an app. That's not only handy in video doorbell scenarios, it also makes a great mini-intercom when someone's too far away to yell at, like sunning on the patio or playing in the backyard. Use the audio to call in kids for dinner, ask your S.O. what they want for takeout, let someone know the oven timer went off … OK, maybe I'm just hungry. But if there's a walkie-talkie reason to talk to someone, your security cam can handle it. Finding lost objects More advanced security AI can help you find lost objects. Google One of the 2025 advances in security cameras is the ability for AI like Google's Gemini to look through saved security video footage in the cloud. Ring's newest generative AI can perform the same sort of tasks, and upcoming upgrades to Alexa Plus and Siri are likely to include similar features. If you're OK with AI looking through your videos and identifying objects, it can be a great solution to track down something missing. In the case of Gemini, you can ask the AI directly, "Where did the kids leave their bikes?" or "Where did the dog leave the ball?" and it will answer with what info it can collect from the latest video footage. Watching over your pets Security cameras with AI detection and audio can also function as pet monitors. Speaking of pets, if you leave a pet at home during the day or on vacation and would like to keep an eye on it, an indoor security camera can easily handle the job. Dedicated pet cams do exist but many general security cams can also recognize pets, send you alerts when one is spotted, allowing you to use the two-way audio to comfort them or, as needed, yell at them to get off the table. Switching to a dedicated pet cam allows for more specific controls, like tossing treats and getting more pet-related notifications. Keeping older residents safe Security cams can be an easy way to get alerts about older loved ones, too. Granny pods and other independent living situations still let you keep an eye on loved ones with the right security camera. For example, a porch security camera with face recognition can let you know when an older relative is leaving at an unusual time, like "Front door cam sees Dolores leaving the house." Or if older relatives like to go out shopping or for a walk, the same cam can send you alerts when it recognizes them returning home so you don't have to worry. Monitoring babies and toddlers You can switch a security cam to baby and toddler duty, too. Hubble Connected / CNET At CNET we've tested a variety of dedicated baby monitors with plenty of useful features. Security cameras offer broad alternatives that you can repurpose for security or easily switch rooms later as needed. The security cam can still send motion alerts, let you check in on a baby at any time or provide notifications if it sees a toddler leaving its room -- no matter where the parents may be. Birdwatching Security cameras are great for birdwatching in the right spot. Avatarmin via Getty If you're a fan of keeping an eye on what birds visit your feeders, posting a nearby security camera is a fun addition. You can peek through the live view whenever you want and save pics or videos when you spot an unusual or brightly colored visitor. Equip your birdwatching security camera with a solar panel and you'll rarely have to worry about recharging, either. Oh, and you'll get updates about strangers on your property, too. Now that your mind is on home safety, why not visit my guide on the best DIY home security systems, the top tricks to prevent trespassing and the best mounting choices for security cameras.
Business Wire
16-07-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Hyve Solutions Recognized as a 2025 Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion
FREMONT, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hyve Solutions Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of TD SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX) and a leading provider of hyperscale digital infrastructures, today announced that it has been recognized as a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion' on the 2025 Disability Index for both our United States and United Kingdom sites. This achievement reflects Hyve's ongoing commitment to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace where all employees can thrive and drive meaningful success. The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is the world's leading third-party benchmarking tool for evaluating corporate disability inclusion. Used by hundreds of companies globally, it measures performance across six key categories: Culture & Leadership, Enterprise-Wide Access, Employment Practices, Community Engagement, Supplier Inclusion and Responsible Procurement. We believe that disability inclusion and accessibility will allow us to recruit and retain a broader range of exceptional talent," said Steve Ichinaga, President of Hyve Solutions. "We're proud to foster an inclusive, accessible and empowering environment where all team members can thrive and perform at their best." Companies earning top scores receive the distinction of being named a 'Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion,' a designation that highlights leadership, accountability, and continuous improvement in disability inclusion practices. 'Achieving a high score on the Disability Index is a significant milestone. This recognition is a testament to the leadership and innovation required to drive meaningful progress,' said Jill Houghton, President and CEO of Disability:IN. To learn more about Hyve's inclusion efforts and the Disability Equality Index, visit About Hyve Solutions Corporation Hyve Solutions Corporation is a leader in the design to worldwide deployment of hyperscale digital infrastructures. In partnership with customers, Hyve leverages deep-seated industry experience and strong vendor partnerships to design and deliver purpose-built server, storage, and networking solutions to meet datacenter demands for today and beyond. Hyve Solutions is a wholly owned subsidiary of TD SYNNEX Corporation (NYSE: SNX). For more information about Hyve Solutions, visit email sales@ or call (855) 869-6973. About TD SYNNEX Corporation TD SYNNEX (NYSE: SNX) is a leading global distributor and solutions aggregator for the IT ecosystem. We're an innovative partner helping more than 150,000 customers in 100+ countries to maximize the value of technology investments, demonstrate business outcomes and unlock growth opportunities. Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, and Fremont, California, TD SYNNEX's 23,000 co-workers are dedicated to uniting compelling IT products, services and solutions from 2,500+ best-in-class technology vendors. Our edge-to-cloud portfolio is anchored in some of the highest-growth technology segments including cloud, cybersecurity, big data/analytics, AI, IoT, mobility and everything as a service. TD SYNNEX is committed to serving customers and communities, and we believe we can have a positive impact on our people and our planet, intentionally acting as a respected corporate citizen. We aspire to be a diverse and inclusive employer of choice for talent across the IT ecosystem. For more information, visit follow our newsroom or find us on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram. About the Disability Equality Index® The DEI is an annual, confidential benchmarking tool that evaluates business disability inclusion efforts. Trusted by more than 70% of the Fortune 100 and nearly half of the Fortune 500, it helps companies develop data-driven strategies that deliver measurable business and social impact. For 2025, the Index is open to companies in Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Japan, the Philippines, the United States, and the United Kingdom. About Disability:IN Disability:IN is the leading nonprofit resource for business disability inclusion worldwide. With the world's leading companies as partners, Disability:IN drives progress through initiatives, tools, and expertise that deliver long-term business impact. © Copyright 2025 TD SYNNEX. All rights reserved. TD SYNNEX, Hyve Solutions, the TD SYNNEX Logo and all other TD SYNNEX company, product and services names and slogans are trademarks or registered trademarks of TD SYNNEX Corporation. TD SYNNEX, Hyve Solutions, the TD SYNNEX Logo, Reg. U.S. Pat. & Tm. Off. Other names and marks are the property of their respective owners.
BBC News
02-07-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Part of Somerset Council HQ set to become flats for NHS workers
Part of a council's headquarters look set to become flats for hospital have been submitted to turn part of County Hall, in Taunton, Somerset, into accommodation for NHS building, known as C Block, at the south end of the site near Vivary Park, was sold by Somerset Council in April for £1.7m to a specialist developer which has previously built flats for hospital staff in Prime Plc, has submitted a planning application for 71 flats on the Taunton town centre site, which is less than one mile (1.6km) from Musgrove Park Hospital. The Worcester-based company recently delivered Yeovil Hospital's new diagnostic centre, according to the Local Democracy Reporting order to provide suitable access to the flats, the building will be extended to allow for new stairs and lifts to be flats will be operated by Hyve, also owned by Prime Plc, which is described as a not-for-profit provider of key worker housing, and currently operates a similar development near Dorset County Hospital in will give first refusal for the new properties to local NHS staff, and said it was working with the Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, which manages Musgrove Park Hospital, to see how it could meet local need. If NHS staff are not forthcoming, flats could also be offered to other public sector and healthcare staff, including firefighters, police officers, teachers, social workers and childcare council confirmed in March 2024 that it was looking to sell C Block, which it said had been under-utilised since the coronavirus pandemic, as part of a wider review of its land, property and other said the £1.7m raised from the sale will be used to fund frontline services.
