Smart Home Analyzer(text-colour:grey)[''Welcome to the Smart Home Analyzer'']
Digital households are built every day and the pace of technological integration into the activities of daily living is only moving faster. Based on a few reactions to my InfoGraphic about a connected home, most people are more connected than they realize.
Being aware of our digital connections to the internet will help us maintain the level privacy we desire, and may even affect our personal and emotional well-being too.
Thank you for browsing my class project! //Matt Frazier//
[[Continue->NavigationTip]](text-colour:grey)[''Living Room'']
(text-style: "fidget")+(text-size:0.75)[//click on the device to learn more...//]
* (t8n-depart:"pulse")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Speakers->Speakers]]
* (t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Television->TVs]]
* (t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Gaming Console->Gaming]]
* (t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Robot Vacuum->RobotVacuum]]
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1540300512726-61873b2c627d?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart TV and Smart Speakers in a modern living room">
<a href="https://unsplash.com/@loewe?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[Photo by ''Loewe Technology'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[ on ] <a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
(text-colour:grey)[[see all rooms->RoomChooser]](text-colour:grey)[''Kitchen'']
(text-style: "fidget")+(text-size:0.75)[//click on the appliance to learn more...//]
* (t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Refrigerators->Fridge]]
* (t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Dishwashers->Dishwasher]]
* (t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Ovens->Oven]]
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1541123437800-1bb1317badc2?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart TV and Smart Speakers in a modern living room">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@sidekixmedia?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Sidekix Media'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
(text-colour:grey)[[see all rooms->RoomChooser]](text-colour:grey)[''Household Controllers'']
(text-style: "fidget")+(text-size:0.75)[//click on the device to learn more...//]
* (t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Hub Controller->Hub]]
* (t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Thermostat->Theremostat]]
* (t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Smart bulbs and lights->Lights]]
<img src="https://cdn.pixabay.com/photo/2018/01/21/10/01/smart-home-3096224_960_720.jpg"
alt="Smart home connections">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://pixabay.com/users/geralt-9301/?utm_source=link-attribution&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=image&utm_content=3096224" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Gerd Altman'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[on ]<a href="https://pixabay.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Pixabay'']]</a>
(set: $typewriterText to "psst... Hello, classmates in CI 4312! Thanks for looking!!")
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(text-colour:grey)[[see all rooms->RoomChooser]](text-colour:grey)[''The Smart Outdoors'']
(text-style: "fidget")+(text-size:0.75)[//click on the device to learn more...//]
* (t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Video Doorbell->Doorbells]]
* (t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Wifi Security Cameras->Wifi Security Cameras]]
* (t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Door Locks->Locks]]
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1633109956509-5303bda0cd7c?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=800&q=80"
alt="Smart Backyard">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@53muratdemircan?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Gerd Altman'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[on ]</a><a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
(text-colour:grey)[[see all rooms->RoomChooser]](text-style: "fidget")+(text-colour:grey)[''Choose a Room to Learn More...'']
(t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"zoom")[[Living Room->Living Room]]
(t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"zoom")[[Kitchen->Kitchen]]
(t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"zoom")[[Household->Controllers]]
(t8n-depart:"blur")+(t8n-arrive:"zoom")[[Outdoor->Outdoor]](text-colour:grey)[''Smart Speakers'']
Smart speakers can play music, provide verbal reminders, and many of them can hear and answer questions if they are connected to a Voice Assistant.
Top Name Brands:
* Sonos
* Bose
* Echo (Alexa)
Most Common Voice Assistants:
* Alexa (Amazon)
* Google Assistant (Google)
* Siri (Apple)
<a href="https://www.zdnet.com/home-and-office/smart-home/the-best-voice-assistant/" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//more information on ''zdnet''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1558089687-f282ffcbc126?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart TV and Smart Speakers in a modern living room">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@sebastian_s?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''JESHOOTS'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[on] <a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
* Voice-enabled devices may be always listening.
* Entry point for hackers to access your network.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Living Room->Living Room]](text-colour:grey)[''Smart TVs'']
Smart TVs connect to the internet so you can use them to stream content without the need for additional boxes and wires.
Many Smart TVs include voice control, which is similart to the [[Smart Speakers->Speakers]].
Top Name Brands:
* Samsung
* LG
* TCL
* Sony
<a href="https://www.tomsguide.com/features/11-things-you-didnt-know-your-smart-tv-could-do" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//''tom's guide'' shares 11 uses for your smart TV//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1619233543829-665423afedc3?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart TV">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ] <a href="https://unsplash.com/@eyespeak?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Eye Speak'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[on ] <a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* TV manufacturer may collect data about how you use the device for sale to advertisers.
* Voice-enabled devices may be always listening.
* Some devices include Webcams that can observe the viewer
* Entry point for hackers to access your network and other devices.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Living Room->Living Room]](text-colour:grey)[''Gaming Consoles'']
Gaming Consoles connect to the internet because so many games are played online. Games can be downloaded directly to your console. If you buy a game in the store, when you insert the disc into your console it will automatically connect to the internet and download updates.
Top Name Brands:
* PlayStation
* Xbox
* Nintendo
* Chromecast
<a href="https://blog.aarons.com/lifestyle/history-of-gaming-consoles" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//History of video ggame consoles on ''aaron's blog''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1493711662062-fa541adb3fc8?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart TV and Smart Speakers in a modern living room">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ] <a href="https://unsplash.com/@jeshoots?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''JESHOOTS'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Privacy Concerns
* Consoles and games both gather data about how you use the device and software.
* Updates for games can be huge files that requires hours of downloading, which can slow down your internet connection for other activities.
* Some games require passwords that can be stolen or misused. Choose "two-factor" when it is offered.
* Avoid storing your credit card on the gaming console to minimize risk.
* Gaming consoles can be entry points for hackers, but because they often store so much personal data, they tend to be more secure than other smart devices that a hacker can try to access.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Living Room->Living Room]](text-colour:grey)[''Robot Vacuums'']
When you move a robot vacuums to an area for the first time, many of them will need to explore its surroundings. As it rotates, it maps your floor and uses that map to clean the space efficiently in the future. Some devices use a camera to detect and avoid objects instead of a map.
Robot vacuums that need a map will include digital markers for spaces like a staircase that should be offlimits to the robot vacuum.
Top Name Brands:
* iRobot
* Shark
* Roomba
<a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2021/09/14/roomba-ai-vacuum-dog-poop/" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Fun Fact... Robot Vacuums are learning to avoid pet poop said ''The Washington Post''//. Progress!]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1603618090554-f7a5079ffb54?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxzZWFyY2h8M3x8cm9ib3QlMjB2YWN1dW18ZW58MHx8MHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=500&q=60"
alt="Circular robot vacuum on greyscale wood floor">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ] <a href="https://unsplash.com/@redaquamedia?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Denny Miller'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Privacy Concerns
* Cameras can be hacked to provide a mobile view into the space.
* Devices will store usage data that it shares with the manufacturer.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Living Room->Living Room]]:: Start
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}(text-colour:grey)[''Navigation Tip'']
Please do ''not'' use your internet browser's BACK button. As you navigate through the Smart Home, you will see arrows on the left side of the screen.
The top arrow curls up and to the left and is like the BACK button in your internet browser, taking you back to the previous page(s).
If you click the top arrow, a second arrow will display below it. You can try it now...
The bottom arrow curls up and to the right and is like the FORWARD button in your internet browser, available after you use the BACK button.
[[Continue->RoomChooser]](text-colour:grey)[''Smart Fridge'']
Many smart fridges offers a touchscreen that can display information about food on the inside using the internal camera. The screen can be used as a whiteboard for family notes, connects to the internet for gaming and entertainment, and integrates with your Amazon or grocery account to automatically order frequently used food items.
Top Name Brands:
* Samsung
* LG
* GE
<a href="https://www.slashgear.com/6-pros-and-6-cons-of-buying-a-smart-fridge-01709939" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//''SlashGear'' shares 6 pros and 6 cons of smart fridges//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1536353284924-9220c464e262?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=500&q=60"
alt="Smart TV">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@nicotitto?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''nrd'']]</a>(text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
* Voice-enabled devices may be always listening.
* Entry point for hackers to access your network.
* Integration with grocery delivery could be accessed by hackers.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Kitchen->Kitchen]](text-colour:grey)[''Dishwasher'']
Smart dishwashers can sense what items you have loaded and optimize the wash setting. Wi-fi connection allows you to run a cycle remotely. Some even offer alerts via your phone or home network if it needs assistance.
Top Name Brands:
* Samsung
* Bosch
* KitchenAid
<a href="https://www.lifewire.com/smart-dishwasher-4159822" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Smart Technology does dinnerware by ''LiveWire''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1620568400263-6f1cf95b9e30?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart TV">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="hhttps://unsplash.com/@mohammadesmaili?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Mohammad Esmaili'']]</a>(text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
* Entry point for hackers to access your network.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Kitchen->Kitchen]](text-colour:grey)[''Smart Oven'']
The term smart oven typically refers to a countertop oven, like a toaster oven or an airfryer. Smart ovens can control the cooking temperature, pre-heat in advance, and known when and how to clean up. Most rangetop versions of smart ovens will cost 3X - 4X of standard options that do not connect to your home network.
Top Name Brands:
* Breville
* Cuisinart
* Amazon Basics
* Whirlpool
<a href="https://www.theverge.com/circuitbreaker/2019/1/8/18173569/smart-countertop-oven-whirlpool-wlabs-ces-2019" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Real time temperature monitoring on ''The Verge''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1610527003928-47afd5f470c6?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart Oven">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@andreaedavis?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Andrea Davis'']]</a>(text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
* Entry point for hackers to access your network. This risk is higher than most other kitchen smart devices due to the heating element.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to the Kitchen->Kitchen]](text-colour:grey)[''Hub Controllers'']
Hub controllers can be portable tablets, mounted on walls, and applications on your phone. Some of the other devices, like a TV or a smart speaker, can also perform the same functions as a smart home hub. These devices consolidate access and control to simplify the user experience.
Some smart bulbs, smart cameras, and wf-fi garage door openers may require a hub from the manufacturer in addition to a hub controller.
Top Name Brands:
* Google
* Phillips
* Apple
* Amazon
* Sengled
<a href="https://www.popularmechanics.com/technology/gear/a35267325/best-smart-hubs/" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//''Popular Mechanis'' shares their favorite smart hubs//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1650682009477-52fd77302b78?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart Hub controller tablet">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@jamesyarema?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''James Yarema'']]</a>(text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
* Voice-enabled devices may be always listening.
* Common entry point for hackers to access your network.
* Access to multiple devices creates bigger risk potential.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to Controllers->Controllers]]
(text-colour:grey)[''Smart Thermostats'']
Smart thermostats offer energy efficiency and enable you to control the temperature in zones. They can even customize termperatures for the human occupants in a room.
Top Name Brands:
* Honeywell
* Ecobee
* Google
<a href="https://www.wired.com/2011/10/nest-thermostat/" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Brave New Thermostats by ''Wired''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1545259741-2ea3ebf61fa3?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart Hub controller tablet">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@danlefeb?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Dan LeFebvre'']]</a> (text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
* Voice-enabled devices may be always listening.
* Common entry point for hackers to access your network.
* Temperature control can heat up the house very quickly, or turn off heat when it is most needed.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to Controllers->Controllers]](text-colour:grey)[''Smart Light Bulbs'']
Often the first smart device in a home, the light bulbs require some effort to change habits, or integration with a universal controller and the existing light switches on the wall. These bulbs can change colors to suit a mood, turn on and off on schedules, and even play music! Many of them have a QR code to simplify installation.
Top Name Brands:
* Google
* Amazon
* Sengled
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4o8PPpSN23Y" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Smart Lighting Ideas on ''YouTube''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1636612503294-7ff42759b6b7?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=600&q=80"
alt="Smart Hub controller tablet">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/@unarchive?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''James Bezanger'']]</a>(text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device.
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to Controllers->Controllers]](text-colour:grey)[''Video Doorbells'']
A video doorbell lets you see who is at your door from anywhere in the home and almost anywhere in the world. They tend to be visible because they deter theives from stealing packages and you want guests to easily ring your bell. Most brands offer a subscription for fee that will store a constant feed from your doorbell camera, or store only those moments when a person is at your door.
Top Name Brands:
* Ring
* Google
* Arlo
<a href="https://www.smarthomepoint.com/ring-animal-detection/" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Learn more about people-only modes from ''Smart Home Point''//]]</a>
<img src="https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1633194883650-df448a10d554?ixlib=rb-1.2.1&ixid=MnwxMjA3fDB8MHxwaG90by1wYWdlfHx8fGVufDB8fHx8&auto=format&fit=crop&w=400&q=60"
alt="Video Doorbell">
(text-size:0.5)[Photo by ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/es/@jamesyarema?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''James Yarema'']]</a>(text-size:0.5)[ on ]<a href="https://unsplash.com/" target="_blank">(text-size:0.5)[(text-colour:white)[''Unsplash'']]</a>
[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may collect and store your video, even without a paid subscription
* Voice-enabled devices may be always listening
* Many brands will share videos with law enforcemnent when they have a warrant
(t8n-depart:"flicker")+(t8n-arrive:"dissolve")[[Back to The Smart Outdoors->Outdoor]](text-colour:grey)[''Wifi Video Cameras'']
Wifi security camers can be wired to electricity and they can use batteries. Wired connections are slightly more reliable, but almost all new battery-powered security cameras will notify via the App or Text Message when they need new batteries. Some systems offer a hub that stores your video but most use the internet to store video on the cloud. Like doorbells, you can access the video via the internet from almost anywhere.
Top Name Brands:
* Simplisafe
* Arlo
* Google Nest
* Blink
<a href="https://www.businessinsider.com/9-funny-home-security-cam-videos-from-nest-2017-3" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//''Business Insider'' published 9 hilarious moments from the 2017 Nestie Awards//]]</a>
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alt="Wifi Video Camera hidden behind floodlights">
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[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may collect and store your video, even without a paid subscription
* Many brands will share videos with law enforcemnent when they have a warrant
* If you have Google Nest cameras, you may be tempted to submit your home security camera video to the Nestie Awards!
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Smart locks are great when you are managing an AirBnB because your guests can open the door with a code on their phone, or by entering a code on the keypad. Smart locks track your use of the device and some track when you leave, too. Take a look at the New York Times article before you buy a smart lock!
Top Name Brands:
* Kwikset
* Wyze
* August
<a href="https://bits.blogs.nytimes.com/2014/10/14/the-august-smartlock-shows-why-you-should-stick-with-dumb-keys/" target="_blank">[(text-colour:white)[//Why dumb keys might be better from ''The New York Times''//]]</a>
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alt="Smart door lock">
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[(text-colour:green)[''Keep this in mind...'']]
Security and Privacy Concerns
* Brand may gather data about how you use the device
* May require more effort than using a standard key
* Data collection about who is using the key
* Target for theives as a point of entry
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