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Tom's Guide
25-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Going on vacation? These 7 smart home gadgets can watch your home for you.
You've planned for weeks, left tabs open on airline websites to score the best tickets, bought a new suitcase, booked the time off of work way in advance, got your passport renewed, got to your flight on time, checked in and now, at the hotel pool, drink in hand you're wondering: Did I turn off the coffee pot? And did I actually remember to shut that upstairs bathroom window? Who left last, and did they shut the gate all the way? The very last thing you want to do on your vacation is spend it worrying about what is happening back home. That's where the world of connected smart home devices are here to help you relax. From a wide variety of the best indoor security cameras to the best water leak detectors, there are a plethora of devices that can keep tabs on your home from top to bottom, while you sail, snorkle, hike or lounge. Here are some of our favorites: Smart home security cameras placed indoors can keep a watch on the interior of your home and alert your smartphone through an app if they detect movement. Some of them can even use AI to let you know if they detect a human, or a pet, in a certain area and track that individual as they move across a room. Outdoor cameras can do the same, but are weather-proof and some can add a spotlight for added security – or an alarm. The Google Nest Cam is actually a great indoor wired smart security camera for a lot of reasons: Easy set up, impressive audio quality, 1080p video with good results both day and night, and three hours of on-board video storage. It has a wide field of view, but no on-board lighting. During testing, we found the advanced motion processing and on-device facial recognition to be highly useful features especially since they'll alert you through the app so you know what's happening at all times. You can get many more features if you add-on the $6/month subscription (cloud based storage, glass breaking detection, C02 detection and using Google Assistant devices to call 911). However, even without these we still found the Nest to be a great value for all the standard features alone. Video doorbells are great because they contain a camera and a microphone, which enables you to "answer" your door virtually. You can see who is at your door, say hello, record the comings and goings of deliveries and get notifications sent right to your phone when the bell is rung. That means you won't miss any arrivals when you're busy in the basement – and you can appear to be at home, and responding to your doorbell, even when you're miles away. Ring's Battery Doorbell is our choice for best video doorbell because it's easy to install, has a removable battery, 1536p HD video, a head to toe view of your front door area, and package detection. It also has motion detection and alerts, two-way talk and color night vision. You can answer your door through the app, or record standard greetings so that you can always see and record who comes to your doorstep. The Ring Battery Doorbell can be paired with Alexa, and if you subscribe to the Ring service you have access to recorded videos for 180 days. There are customizable motion and privacy zones, and it will pair easily with other Ring products if you're already tied into that ecosystem. Some smart locks can fit right over your deadbolt, while others contain a keypad or will even recognize the approach of your smartphone and automatically unlock. But all of them have security features that help protect your phone because they enable keyless entry using a variety of alternate methods like a passcode which means if you leave town, you can give a temporary code to your dog walker, a separate code to your neighbor to water the plants and a completely different code to your sister-in-law for emergencies. You can set the codes to work at specific times, and you get alerts on when they're used or if your door isn't shut all the way when someone leaves. You'll never again have to ask yourself "Did I leave the door unlocked when I left the house this morning?" Get instant access to breaking news, the hottest reviews, great deals and helpful tips. The August Home smart lock fits right over your existing deadbolt which makes it truly simple to install. It will work alongside smart home assistants like Alexa, Google Home and Apple HomeKit to notify you if your door is left ajar, when it is opened and when it has been locked. You can use the app to create guest "keys" to allow folks like pet sitters, house sitters or visitors to stop by and check in, and revoke them when they're done. It also has a keypad accessory if you prefer, which is a nice option. August is also compatible with a number of smart home systems. If you live in low lying areas, you know the hassle of having to check for leaks in the basement when it rains. And unexpected flood damage — say, from a burst pipe or water heater — is a real pain to clean up, especially if your stuff has been sitting in a soggy mess for the entire time that you've been away. A water leak detector is designed to stay in a flood or leak prone place and give an alarm or send an alert if it senses excess moisture. Smart leak detectors can send alerts to a smart home assistant, like Alexa, or to your phone as well so you have time to either head home or call someone to come check on your home. It's not as smart as say, a door that can unlock itself, but it's a lot better than coming home and finding being surprised by water damage. While the Flo by Moen is pricier than some other smart water leak detectors, there are advantages with going with this system: it can send alerts when it detects water, excess humidity or extreme temperatures; the entire length of the sensor is active; this bundle comes with three sensors whose raindrop shape is cute but also helps it fit into odd places – and if you pair the Flo with Moen's shutoff valve it can turn off the water in your home if it detects a leak. It can also work with Alexa, and analyze the flow of water in your home to check for any potential leaks. If you're away from home for a few days and someone has left a window open, or worse, someone somehow opens a window, you're going to want to know about it, right? Smart window sensors are small, attach with adhesive and are generally easy enough to set up in minutes. Just stick them on the windows you want make sure they're making contact and connect them with an app. If a window is opened and the contact is broken, the app will alert you that the window has been opened (or closed). It's an almost effortless way to make sure that you know exactly what's happening with the entrances to your home, since these sensors are easy enough to attach to doorways as well. The reason we liked Arlo's Home Security System when we tested it, is because the Arlo sensors can be repurposed for anything. So buy several for your first floor windows to get notified if they're opened when you go out of town, and if you want to, you can re-task them on your return as door sensors, water leak detectors, temperature monitors or light sensors. In total, the Arlo sensors can monitor for eight different things, and you can add on more if you like. Arlo's Home Security System was easy to set up, intuitive to use with the app, and works alongside Arlo's other products like home security cameras. It does also work with Google Assistant and Alexa. We particularly liked how easy it was to set up routines and automations with the sensors. While there are still mechanical timers for lights, they're pretty old school compared to the capabilities of the smart lights available today – which can be scheduled to go off at certain times, randomly set on a 'vacation' mode to appear as though people are moving through a home, or adjusted through an app to be brighter, warmer or dimmer depending on the users preference. Smart lights are great because you can operate them from miles away, and most of them work alongside smart home assistants as well so they can be voice controlled if you're home. Wyze's Bulb works with Alexa and Google Assistant, are affordable enough to buy several at a time, are controllable right from the Wyze app where you can create specific schedules around times – there's even a Vacation mode that will randomly turn lights on and off in order to make it appear as though people are moving from room to room inside your home. They're also easy to set up, since they connect directly to WiFi, and easy to adjust warmer, brighter, dimmer. Much like a broken window or a flood, you want to know right away if there's smoke or fire anywhere near your home. Which is why you have a smoke detector. And if you get a smart smoke detector it will still alert you – via an app – if it senses anything amiss about the air quality in your home, even if you're miles away. Whether it's smoke, carbon monoxide or hazardous chemicals, many smart smoke detectors can alert a user on their phone if something dangerous is happening. Some can send alerts to multiple people, or work with smart home assistants to make sure help gets to the home right away whether you're inside at the moment or not. Though it much resembles a standard smoke detector, the Kidde Smart Smoke Detector can also monitor for carbon monoxide and indoor air quality – and most importantly, send alerts about all three statuses to an Android or iOS device. You can set it to alert friends and family too, which is helpful if you have some nearby or if you have a neighbor who may be willing to receive alerts while you're away. There's a Smart Hush feature to silence false alarms when you're home and it alerts for something that isn't an emergency. And it works with Alexa or Google Home, and will alert with audio alarms as well when it senses something harmful in the air whether that's smoke, harmful chemicals or other air quality hazards.
New York Post
23-05-2025
- Business
- New York Post
Ring Battery Doorbell is the lowest price ever for Memorial Day at 45% off
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. We're headed into the weekend, ready to brain rot, BBQ and search for Memorial Day sales. Lucky for you, we've done the research to set you up for savings from the best deals on headphones to an air fryer under $100. So if you've been thinking about stepping up your security to sleep better at night or worried about Fido during the day, we found a Ring Battery Doorbell at 45% off today. Get notified instantly when someone steps onto your property. Unlike older models, this upgrade captures visitors from head to toe, meaning you can see faces, packages, and suspicious movement in full frame. Advertisement The improved sensors reduce false alarms because, while it's always better to be safe than sorry, constant alerts can make it harder to be taken seriously if a real issue ever arises. And if you're an Alexa household, this device is compatible, so it can be hands-free and monitored with voice. No hardwiring needed, just click it into place on your front door. The rechargeable battery makes setup easy it can keep your entryway monitored for weeks on a single charge, great for peace of mind on vacations. Amazon Upgrade your home security with the latest Ring Battery Doorbell, now featuring Head-to-Toe Video for 66% more vertical coverage, giving you a complete view of visitors and packages. The built-in battery charges easily via a USB-C port; just detach the doorbell and plug in with the included cable. With Live View and Two-Way Talk, you can see and speak to whoever's at your door in real-time. Motion Detection sends instant alerts to your phone, and with a Ring Protect subscription, unfortunately, that is sold separately but it is well worth the minimal extra cost. It sends alerts from people to packages, plus access to 24/7 recording and past footage. For over 200 years, the New York Post has been America's go-to source for bold news, engaging stories, in-depth reporting, and now, insightful shopping guidance. We're not just thorough reporters – we sift through mountains of information, test and compare products, and consult experts on any topics we aren't already schooled specialists in to deliver useful, realistic product recommendations based on our extensive and hands-on analysis. Here at The Post, we're known for being brutally honest – we clearly label partnership content, and whether we receive anything from affiliate links, so you always know where we stand. We routinely update content to reflect current research and expert advice, provide context (and wit) and ensure our links work. Please note that deals can expire, and all prices are subject to change. Looking for a headline-worthy haul? Keep shopping Post Wanted.
Tom's Guide
19-05-2025
- Business
- Tom's Guide
Huge Ring Memorial Day sale live on Amazon — 11 video doorbell and security cam deals I'd shop right now
Memorial Day will be here soon — and whether you're planning a long weekend getaway or you're hosting a gathering at home, Ring can help give you some peace of mind when it comes to home security. Ring makes some of the best video doorbells and security cameras around — and right now, a majority of the company's devices are on sale at Amazon. If you're expecting guests or packages and want to keep an eye on your front door, the Ring Battery Doorbell is $54, down from $99. Hoping to keep an eye on your property while you're traveling? Snag the Floodlight Cam Wired Plus for $119 (was $179). There's also plenty of deals to be had on Ring's outdoor security cameras, alarm systems and more — some of which are bundled together for a lower price. Keep scrolling to check out all the great Ring discounts to shop right now and make sure to check out our Memorial Day sales live blog. The Ring Indoor Cam (2023) can record 1080p video, scare off intruders with a built-in siren, and detect motion in specified zones. It is more compact than the previous model with the addition of a new privacy shutter and upgraded mount. This is the lowest price we've seen to date. At just $54, the best value Ring Video Doorbell got even better. The newest of Ring's doorbells has head-to-toe video and package detection. You can't replace its battery, but it's a fantastic option at this price. Knock a nice 25% off this Pan-Tilt camera, designed specifically for pet owners. With a 169° tilt and 360° pan angles, you can monitor every nook and cranny of your home when you're away and make sure Fido doesn't get up to mischief. Also available in four additional colors. Ring's newest video doorbell is $60 off — and you get the Ring Indoor Cam for free. It can be wired or run on battery power, has head-to-toe video, and is the least expensive of Ring's video doorbells that can let you know if there's a package at your door. Unlike pricier models, though, it lacks a removable battery. Want vertical head-to-toe video and package detection missing on from the entry-level Ring Doorbell? Then this is the Ring doorbell you want. In our Ring Battery Doorbell Plus review, we found it delivered excellent sqaured video that shows what's happening closer to your front door, was easy to install, and its battery lasted a good long time, too. You can also get the Ring Battery Doorbell Plus with the Ring Chime Pro for $159. This 2022 Ring camera offers protection for your home night and day with its 1080p video feed, Color Night vision, and a spotlight that can illuminate its surroundings. Plus it runs off battery power so you can set it up wherever it's needed. This Ring floodlight camera has a 1080p camera, two LED floodlights that deliver 2000 lumens, and a built-in 105-dB siren. Unlike the pricier Ring Floodlight Cam Pro, it lacks 5GHz Wi-Fi, HDR, and +3D Motion Detection, but will otherwise give you a good, clear image. And, it's $60 off its regular price! Containing a base station, contact sensor, motion detector, keypad, and range extender, this Ring Alarm kit helps you keep on top of your home security. Our Ring Alarm review said it was easy to install and use, and it's a great deal after this discount. This bundle contains the all-new Ring Battery Doorbell and Ring Floodlight Cam Wired Plus with savings of $80. You'll be able to get up to 66% more vertical coverage with the latest version of Ring's best-selling Video Doorbell (2nd Gen). Plus, you'll have the added bonus of a the Ring Floodlight cam to monitor other areas of your property. This deal gets you Ring's best all-around video doorbell, along with a quality spotlight camera for $70 less than if you were to purchase them separately. Note that this deal is for the battery-powered version of the Spotlight Cam Plus, not the hardwired version. If you're looking for a Ring alarm kit without the doorbell, then the 14-piece kit (suitable for 2-4 bed homes) is worth checking out. You can save $80 off the usual price, and comes complete with two keypads, one base station, eight contact sensors, two motion detectors, and one range extender.
Gizmodo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Gizmodo
Amazon Is Making Home Security Smarter, Faster, And Much More Affordable
Amazon has rolled out another irresistible offer that is perfect for you. This item combines amazing technology with user-friendly functionality into one incredible product. If you've been searching for a better way to keep your home safe without spending much, this might be the perfect time to act. Right now, you can get the Ring Battery Doorbell from Amazon for just $54.00, which is 45% off the original price. See at Amazon Smarter Eyes for Your Front Door The Ring Battery Doorbell is more than just a doorbell, it's your front-line defender when it comes to home security. With its crystal clear HD Video, you get a full view of visitors and packages from ground level, up to eye level. Whether it's a friend dropping by or a delivery you've been waiting for, nothing escapes this camera's deep field of vision. Thanks to its color night vision, you can trust that the camera will perform just as well in the dark as it does in daylight. Whether it's stormy weather, a snowy afternoon, or the middle of the night, you'll always know who's at your door. Setting it up is also a breeze; it runs on a rechargeable battery that is easy to take out and recharge, so there's no need for complicated wiring around the house or professional installation. Once it's mounted and connected to your Wi-fi, you're in full control through the Ring app. You will receive real-time notifications, be able to speak to visitors with two-way talk, and keep a close eye on your doorstep. You can even pair it with Alexa to get voice alerts when someone's at the door, or use some of the preset quick replies if you're not able to answer. See at Amazon The device also won't disturb the decoration or overall style of your home. It offers a unique, stylish touch that it's designed to blend in seamlessly with a variety of colors and materials. Made from 15% recycled materials (not including power adapter, cable, and wall mounting tools) and 100% recyclable packaging (shipping packaging not included) you will be getting a product that is also designed for sustainability. For just $54.00, you're not just getting a smart doorbell. You're investing in your peace of mind, powered by one of the most trusted names in home security. Rest assured, your home is secured with this amazing device. This limited-time offer won't last forever, and neither will the stock. So you will need to act fast before this deal runs out. See at Amazon
CNET
15-05-2025
- Business
- CNET
Ring's Battery-Powered Video Doorbell Returns to Its Lowest-ever Price
Setting up a new home security system doesn't mean you have to go out and buy a ton of cameras and floodlights. A good video doorbell is a fantastic place to start tightening up your home security. There are plenty for you to choose from, but Ring is responsible for many of our favorites. And right now, Amazon has the Ring Battery Doorbell on sale for just $55 -- a whopping 45% off the regular retail price of $100. We don't know how long this deal will last, so you'd better not wait on it. If you also like the idea of keeping an eye on the inside of your home, you can bundle in a Ring Indoor Cam for just $15 extra. That bundle is 43% off its regular price, so it's also a great deal. Not sure which Ring doorbell or security camera you want? Check out all of the Ring devices currently reduced at Amazon including our top pick, the Ring Video Battery Pro. This new and improved Ring Battery Doorbell features 66% more vertical coverage alongside the new head-to-toe video option. By hooking it up to your phone, you can keep an eye on all activity at the front of your house and even talk to visitors via a two-way talk system. This is particularly useful when receiving packages. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. By upgrading to a Ring Protect Plan (subscription sold separately), you can store all video recordings for up to 180 days. Think of it as an added layer of security for when you're on vacation. Also check out our other smart home tips for when you go on vacation. Why this deal matters It's difficult to put a price on security and peace of mind, but we do know that $55 is a return to the lowest price this Ring Video Doorbell has ever seen. While it may go on sale again during this year's sale events like Amazon Prime Day, we don't know for sure that it will or if it will be at this sort of discount.
