Kangaroo presents a very low barrier to entry when it comes to home security, but it’s extremely feature limited and it only protects your home while you’re not in it. Motion sensors are an essential ...

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Shopping for a security system or upgrade means choosing between many different sensors and devices. It's easy to fall into the "more is better" trap, especially if there's sale or special deal ...

Ring's $199 Z-Wave-enabled Alarm Security Kit is so simple you might overlook it at first. The system includes a base station, a keypad, a door/window sensor, a motion sensor and a Z-Wave range ...

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Ring Alarm is a spectacular DIY home security system with the potential to be much more, but don’t buy one if what you’re really looking for is a smart home solution. Ring builds some of our favorite ...

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Your home may be your castle but there’s no need to turn it into a fortress complete with moat to keep the people (and property) you love safe. Today’s home security systems are sleek, unobtrusive, ...

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Last month, Ring began taking pre-orders for its Ring Alarm home security system, and today it begins shipping. I've had a chance to spend some time with Ring Alarm, and I've found it's an easy-to-use ...

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