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Chicago Tribune
4 days ago
- Chicago Tribune
Best Arlo cameras
While security monitoring services are often expensive and intrusive, leaving your home unprotected is not worth the risk. An excellent way to save money, regain your peace of mind, and have full control over your surveillance system is by setting up one or more Arlo cameras in your home. Discerning security-system buyers have many aspects to consider before investing in a new system, including video recording quality, data storage options, and weatherproofed components. Our buying guide will walk you through these considerations and offer a few recommendations at the end, including our favorite model, the Arlo Ultra 2, which features stunning 4K quality. Power source Since some Arlo cameras rely on a power cord and others use a rechargeable battery, it is important to research how each model is powered to find the best fit for your installation situation. Weather-resistant If you plan on placing an Arlo camera outside, make sure that you buy a model that is weather-resistant against rain, sun damage, and a range of temperatures. Two-way audio Two-way audio allows Arlo system owners to communicate directly with whoever is on the other side of the camera via their smartphone. Whether it's to confirm delivery, tell a solicitor to go away or to let an early guest know that you're on the way to open the door, two-way audio is a handy feature to have on standby. Video quality The video quality of an Arlo camera ranges from 720p to a crisp 4 K, and while you will save money by purchasing a lesser model, you will likely appreciate the vibrant and picture-perfect video of a higher-end camera when looking for small details in your footage. We recommend buying an Arlo camera that supports a video quality of at least 1080p. Recording storage All Arlo cameras send recordings to the cloud by communicating with the companion base station via Wi-Fi, but some models have the option to store video and audio content directly on the device itself. Note that some Arlo cameras use a microSD card for local storage, while others need a USB drive. Bundles If a single camera isn't enough to cover your security needs, Arlo sells a range of cameras and SmartHub bundles. Keep in mind that purchasing a set of two to six Arlo cameras ensures you have the coverage you need from the moment you open the box. You can expect an Arlo camera bundle to include Arlo Basic service. However, if you need to store 30-60 days of footage in the cloud or have vehicle detection alerts sent to your smartphone, you may want to upgrade your default system to a Smart Plan. A single Arlo camera and SmartHub cost anywhere from $149 to $400. If you plan to create a security system with multiple cameras, we highly recommend purchasing a bundle for maximum savings. Q. Which smart home systems will Arlo cameras connect to? A. Arlo security cameras work with Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa. Q. How long will the battery of a wireless Arlo camera last before I need to recharge them? A. Quite a while. Under normal circumstances, Arlo wireless camera batteries will last between three and six months without needing to be recharged. Of course, temperatures below 32 degrees or a poor connection to the Arlo base station will run down the battery much more quickly. Top Arlo camera Arlo Ultra 2 – Two-Camera Kit What you need to know: Although outfitting your property with many Arlo Pro 4 cameras may be costly, those who do will feel secure when they see just how impressive the audio and video quality of this camera truly is. What you'll love: With this camera, you get crystal-clear 4K HDR video quality. Nothing escapes its wide 180-degree field of view. The bundle includes a pair of Arlo Ultra 2 cameras and a base station. Each camera has a color night vision mode, and real-time alerts can be sent to your phone, Apple Watch or Alexa-enabled device. It also features distortion-free, two-way audio. What you should consider: The battery life is poor, so you'll have to recharge both cameras often. Top Arlo camera for the money Arlo Q What you need to know: Simple yet effective, the Arlo Q is an inexpensive way to set up a single high-end security camera to watch over an indoor space via its 50-foot motion detector and instant notification system. What you'll love: This affordable camera features 1080p HD quality video and night vision. The wide 130-degree lens and two-way audio ensure that you don't miss a thing. It has seven-day cloud video storage and is extremely easy to configure. What you should consider: It doesn't have batteries, so you have to plug it in for it to work. Worth checking out Arlo Pro 4 Spotlight Camera – 2 Pack What you need to know: Considering the price and features, this pair of Arlo Pro 4 cameras is a great deal for a solid smart home security system. What you'll love: It's wire-free and easy to set up. While it's not the fanciest Arlo camera, you can still get up to 2K resolution video, which is pretty great for the price. It also features a 160-degree viewing angle, and the package includes two cameras. What you should consider: Some people had issues keeping the cameras connected to their Wi-Fi consistently. BestReviews spends thousands of hours researching, analyzing and testing products to recommend the best picks for most consumers. BestReviews and its newspaper partners may earn a commission if you purchase a product through one of our links. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
FDA's New Tattoo-Related Recall Warns of 'Serious Health Injuries'
Tattoo artists and recipients are the targets of a "serious" new warning from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. A particular brand of ink used in tattooing has been recalled after the FDA detected pathogenic microorganisms during routine testing. Two colors of Sacred Tattoo Ink are affected: Raven Black, with a lot code of RB0624 and a Best Before date of June 28, 2027, and Sunny Daze, with a lot code of SD1124 and a Best Before date of Nov. 1, 2027. The FDA warns that "serious injury" may occur from the use of ink contaminated with bacteria, which may lead to infections or "serious health injuries" once injected through the skin barrier. Tattoo-ink-associated infections may cause rashes or lesions that consist of red papules (raised bumps) where the contaminated ink was injected, which may lead to permanent scarring, and are easy to mistake for an allergic reaction at first. Consumers are advised to check with their artists about the inks they use and avoid the two noted above, while artists and retailers are advised to avoid using or selling them, while the FDA works with manufacturers and retailers to remove impacted products from the market. Anyone experiencing adverse health reactions can report them at FDA's SmartHub.
Yahoo
08-05-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Tattoo ink recalled due to contamination with infection-causing microorganisms
Two colors of Sacred Tattoo Ink-brand tattoo ink are being recalled due to being contaminated with infection-causing microorganisms, the FDA announced Wednesday. The FDA became aware that specific lots of the brand's 'Raven Black' and 'Sunny Daze' ink colors were contaminated with harmful bacteria during routine consumer safety lab tests, according to the recall notice. The inks were found to have pseudomonas aeruginosa — a bacteria that can cause blood, lung and urinary tract infections and is often antibiotic resistant, according to the Centers for Disease Control. 'Tattoo inks contaminated with pathogenic microorganisms can cause infections and lead to serious health injuries when injected into the skin during a tattooing procedure, since there is an increased risk of infection any time the skin barrier is broken,' the recall notice reads. Infections related to tattoo ink often appear as rashes or lesions with red bumps in areas where the ink was applied, according to the recall notice. Such infections are often mistaken for allergic reactions, and can lead to permanent scarring if not treated properly. The affected 'Raven Black' ink has CI# 77266, Lot#: RB0624 and a 'Best Before' date of June 28, 2027, on the bottle, according to the recall notice. The affected 'Sunny Daze' ink has CI# 21095, Lot#: SD1124 and a 'Best Before' date of Nov. 1, 2027 on the bottle. Tattoo artists are encouraged to check their inks and dispose of any contaminated inks they find, according to the recall notice. Tattoo shop customers are advised to check with their artist about what inks they will be using before getting tattooed. The FDA is working with manufacturers and retailers to help ensure the contaminated ink products are removed from the market, according to the recall notice. Health care professionals and consumers are encouraged to report any adverse health experiences that may be tied to the contaminated inks through the FDA's SmartHub. More national news Read the original article on MassLive.
Yahoo
25-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Upland Software Earns 75+ Badges in G2's Spring 2025 Market Reports
AUSTIN, Texas, March 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Upland Software, Inc. (Nasdaq: UPLD), a leader in AI-enabled cloud software for digital transformation, today announced that it earned 76 badges in G2's Spring 2025 market reports across its product portfolio. Upland BA Insight, the company's AI enablement solution, received valuable recognitions, along with Upland InterFAX, an AI-enabled cloud fax service. AI knowledge management solutions, Upland RightAnswers and Upland Panviva, also continue to garner numerous badges. "We're committed to harnessing the power of AI to drive innovation and deliver solutions that make a difference for our customers," said Dan Doman, Chief Product Officer at Upland Software. "We focus on creating accurate, secure, and compliant solutions that solve real-world challenges across our range of AI-enabled products. We're proud to be recognized by G2 for our efforts, and this recognition fuels our passion to continually explore AI's potential and unlock new possibilities for our customers." A recent BA Insight reviewer at an enterprise company said, "These [BA Insight] tools are incredibly powerful, easy to implement and robust, allowing us to seamlessly index from various sources to a centralized location including Gen AI (RAG). Additionally, their SmartHub interface enables AI driven/federated search while maintaining user content/security, with no performance degradation on either end. SmartHub is capable to integrate/pull with different backend/sources. Moreover, the support and service team at BA Insight is remarkably knowledgeable and always ready to assist. Their expertise in the search domain has been invaluable to us." Badges earned by Upland products in the G2 Spring 2025 market reports include the following: Adestra High Performer – Mid-Market Americas Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Mid-Market Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Americas Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Small-Business Americas Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Small-Business Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Grid® Report for Email Marketing Leader – Mid-Market EMEA Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing Leader – Mid-Market Europe Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing Leader – Momentum Grid® Report for Email Marketing BA Insight High Performer – Enterprise Grid® Report for Enterprise Search Software High Performer – Grid® Report for Enterprise Search Software InGenius Easiest Doing Business With – Relationship Index for Contact Center High Performer – Grid® Report for Contact Center InterFAX Best Relationship – Small-Business Relationship Index for Online Fax Best Results – Small-Business Results Index for Online Fax Most Implementable – Small-Business Implementation Index for Online Fax Most Implementable – Implementation Index for Online Fax Best Est. ROI – Results Index for Online Fax Best Results – Results Index for Online Fax Best Usability – Small-Business Usability Index for Online Fax Best Usability – Usability Index for Online Fax Best Relationship – Relationship Index for Online Fax Leader – Momentum Grid® Report for Online Fax Leader – Small-Business Grid® Report for Online Fax Leader – Grid® Report for Online Fax Leader – Mid-Market Grid® Report for Online Fax Mobile Commons Leader – Grid® Report for Public Affairs and Advocacy Leader – Mid-Market India Regional Grid® Report for SMS Marketing Leader – Grid® Report for Mobile Marketing Easiest Doing Business With – Relationship Index for SMS Marketing Panviva Easiest Setup – Enterprise Implementation Index for Customer Self-Service High Performer – Enterprise Americas Regional Grid® Report for Customer Self-Service High Performer – Enterprise Grid® Report for Customer Self-Service Leader – Enterprise Grid® Report for Knowledge Base Leader – Enterprise Grid® Report for Knowledge Management PSA Leader – Canada Regional Grid® Report for Professional Services Automation Best Support – Enterprise Relationship Index for Professional Services Automation High Performer – Small-Business Americas Regional Grid® Report for Professional Services Automation Highest User Adoption – Small-Business Implementation Index for Professional Services Automation Qvidian Leader – Enterprise Grid® Report for Proposal Leader – Grid® Report for Proposal RightAnswers Best Support – Enterprise Relationship Index for Knowledge Base Best Support – Enterprise Relationship Index for Knowledge Management Easiest Doing Business With – Enterprise Relationship Index for Knowledge Base Easiest Doing Business With – Enterprise Relationship Index for Knowledge Management Easiest Doing Business With – Relationship Index for Knowledge Base Easiest Doing Business With – Relationship Index for Knowledge Management High Performer – Enterprise Americas Regional Grid® Report for Contact Center Knowledge Base High Performer – Enterprise Grid® Report for Knowledge Base High Performer – Americas Regional Grid® Report for Contact Center Knowledge Base High Performer – Grid® Report for Contact Center Knowledge Base High Performer – Enterprise Grid® Report for Knowledge Management Leader – Momentum Grid® Report for Knowledge Base Leader – Grid® Report for Knowledge Base Leader – Grid® Report for Knowledge Management Users Most Likely to Recommend – Enterprise Results Index for Contact Center Knowledge Base Users Most Likely to Recommend – Results Index for Contact Center Knowledge Base Second Street Easiest Admin – Small-Business Usability Index for Lead Capture Easiest Admin – Mid-Market Usability Index for Lead Capture Easiest Admin – Usability Index for Lead Capture Easiest Doing Business With – Small-Business Relationship Index for Lead Capture High Performer – Mid-Market Americas Regional Grid® Report for Lead Capture High Performer – Mid-Market Grid® Report for Lead Capture High Performer – Small-Business Americas Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Americas Regional Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Small-Business Grid® Report for Email Marketing High Performer – Grid® Report for Email Marketing Highest User Adoption – Small-Business Implementation Index for Sweepstakes Leader – Grid® Report for Sweepstakes Leader – Momentum Grid® Report for Sweepstakes Leader – Americas Regional Grid® Report for Lead Capture Leader – Grid® Report for Lead Capture Leader – Small-Business Americas Regional Grid® Report for Lead Capture Leader – Small-Business Grid® Report for Lead Capture Leader – Momentum Grid® Report for Email Marketing Users Most Likely to Recommend – Small-Business Results Index for Lead Capture "Rankings on G2 reports are based on data provided to us by real software buyers," said Sara Rossio, Chief Product Officer at G2. "Potential buyers know they can trust these insights when researching and selecting software because they're rooted in vetted, verified, and authentic reviews." G2 is the world's largest and most trusted software marketplace. More than 80 million people annually – including employees at all Fortune 500 companies – use G2 to make smarter software decisions based on authentic peer reviews. To learn more about Upland's products, visit About Upland Software Upland Software, Inc. enables global businesses to work smarter with over 20 proven cloud software products that increase revenue, reduce costs, and deliver immediate value. Our AI-powered solutions cover knowledge management, content lifecycle and workflow automation, and digital marketing. Upland's powerful cloud products are trusted by more than 10,000 global customers. Learn how Upland helps businesses achieve outcomes that matter at View source version on Contacts Media Contact Lloyd Berrymedia@
