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The Best #Motion #Sensors and #HomeSecurity Gadgets Without #Cameras

If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested #security devices.
#privacy

https://www.wired.com/story/best-motion-sensors-private-alternatives-security/

The Best #Motion #Sensors and #HomeSecurity Gadgets Without #Cameras

If you prefer not to have cameras in and around your home, try one of these more private, WIRED-tested #security devices.
#privacy

https://www.wired.com/story/best-motion-sensors-private-alternatives-security/

TP-Link Kasa cameras leaked home GPS via unauthenticated UDP for 6 years

https://github.com/BadChemical/IoT-Vulnerability-Research-Public/blob/main/TP-Link_Kasa_EC71/Kasa_EC71.md

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48952565

#HackerNews #TPLink #Kasa #IoT #Vulnerability #HomeSecurity #CyberSecurity #Privacy

TP-Link Kasa cameras leaked home GPS via unauthenticated UDP for 6 years

https://github.com/BadChemical/IoT-Vulnerability-Research-Public/blob/main/TP-Link_Kasa_EC71/Kasa_EC71.md

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48952565

#HackerNews #TPLink #Kasa #IoT #Vulnerability #HomeSecurity #CyberSecurity #Privacy

TP-Link Kasa cameras leaked home GPS via unauthenticated UDP for 6 years

https://github.com/BadChemical/IoT-Vulnerability-Research-Public/blob/main/TP-Link_Kasa_EC71/Kasa_EC71.md

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48952565

#HackerNews #TPLink #Kasa #IoT #Vulnerability #HomeSecurity #CyberSecurity #Privacy

TP-Link Kasa cameras leaked home GPS via unauthenticated UDP for 6 years

https://github.com/BadChemical/IoT-Vulnerability-Research-Public/blob/main/TP-Link_Kasa_EC71/Kasa_EC71.md

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48952565

#HackerNews #TPLink #Kasa #IoT #Vulnerability #HomeSecurity #CyberSecurity #Privacy

TP-Link Kasa cameras leaked home GPS via unauthenticated UDP for 6 years

https://github.com/BadChemical/IoT-Vulnerability-Research-Public/blob/main/TP-Link_Kasa_EC71/Kasa_EC71.md

Comments: https://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=48952565

#HackerNews #TPLink #Kasa #IoT #Vulnerability #HomeSecurity #CyberSecurity #Privacy

Residential fire safety requires physical validation, not just passive hardware deployment. Standard piezo-electric smoke alarms operating at 3 kHz often fail to trigger arousal in sleeping children due to deep-wave sleep cycles.

Optimizing your domestic safety infrastructure requires a proactive framework. Review the complete operational protocol here: https://securelylife.com/fire-escape-drills-for-kids/

#FireSafety #HomeSecurity #EmergencyPreparedness #RiskMitigation

10 Passwords Hackers Guess First
https://www.allthethings.best/10-passwords-hackers-guess-first
These are the 10 passwords and password patterns hackers try first when they break into email, bank, and social accounts. From “123456” to “P@ssw0rd,” huge leaks show the same weak choices popping up millions of times.
#features #dataprivacy #homesecurity #informative #networksecurity #security

Home security isn't just about firewall rules or AES-256 encryption on your local storage.

The biggest vulnerability is physical access. If you are hiring a babysitter, you need a strict screening protocol. Check out our physical op-sec guide for families:

https://securelylife.com/how-to-vet-a-babysitter/

Hashtags: #Privacy #HomeSecurity #OSINT #FamilySafety #BabysitterVetting

Smart Locks Will Replace House Keys Soon
https://www.allthethings.best/smart-locks-will-replace-house-keys-soon
Smart locks are taking over because they fix the everyday annoyances metal keys never could. You stop losing keys.
#features #homesecurity #security #smartlock

Rs 12 crore luxury home heist: Trusted domestic help turned gang network https://english.mathrubhumi.com/news/crime/telangana-burglary-case-nepali-gang-arrested-lqydhb8n?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #CrimeNews #IndiaNews #Burglary #HomeSecurity #Telangana

Michigan: Best Home Automation & Smart Security Installers in Detroit
#SmartHome #HomeSecurity #DetroitMichigan #HomeAutomation #TechLife

https://smartupworld.com/michigan-best-home-automation-smart-security-installers-in-detroit/

Michigan: Best Home Automation & Smart Security Installers in Detroit
#SmartHome #HomeSecurity #DetroitMichigan #HomeAutomation #TechLife

https://smartupworld.com/michigan-best-home-automation-smart-security-installers-in-detroit/

8 Smart Security Picks Under $250
https://www.allthethings.best/8-smart-security-picks-under-250
You really can put together a smart home security setup with eight solid devices for under $250 each. From the budget-friendly Blink Mini indoor cam to the TP-Link Tapo outdoor plug with Matter, these picks cover doors, yard, garage, and more without locking you into a big $1,000 system.
#uncategorized #homesecurity #smartcamera #smarthome #smartlock #smartplug

8 Smart Security Picks Under $250
https://www.allthethings.best/8-smart-security-picks-under-250
You really can put together a smart home security setup with eight solid devices for under $250 each. From the budget-friendly Blink Mini indoor cam to the TP-Link Tapo outdoor plug with Matter, these picks cover doors, yard, garage, and more without locking you into a big $1,000 system.
#uncategorized #homesecurity #smartcamera #smarthome #smartlock #smartplug

The Crumbling Edges of the American Dream

See how the symbol of the American Dream is changing from white picket fences to higher walls. What does this mean for security and belonging?

#AmericanDream, #SuburbanLife, #HomeSecurity, #Community, #SocietalChange

https://newsletter.tf/american-dream-higher-walls-replace-picket-fences/

The symbol of the American Dream is changing. Low white picket fences, representing openness, are being replaced by higher walls, showing a desire for more defined security.

#AmericanDream, #SuburbanLife, #HomeSecurity, #Community, #SocietalChange
https://newsletter.tf/american-dream-higher-walls-replace-picket-fences/

Ring vs Nest Doorbell: Which Wins?
https://www.allthethings.best/ring-vs-nest-doorbell-which-wins
Ring wins by a small margin for most people, especially if your home already leans on Alexa or you expect to add more cameras later. Nest still does better in some areas, like smarter alerts and cleaner night video on models such as the Nest Doorbell Battery.
#features #alexa #googlehome #homesecurity #smartdoorbell #smarthome #videodoorbell

Ring vs Nest Doorbell: Which Wins?
https://www.allthethings.best/ring-vs-nest-doorbell-which-wins
Ring wins by a small margin for most people, especially if your home already leans on Alexa or you expect to add more cameras later. Nest still does better in some areas, like smarter alerts and cleaner night video on models such as the Nest Doorbell Battery.
#features #alexa #googlehome #homesecurity #smartdoorbell #smarthome #videodoorbell

Smart home and security in Detroit just got easier. Meet the best installers keeping Michigan homes connected and safe. https://smartupworld.com/michigan-best-home-automation-smart-security-installers-in-detroit/ #SmartHome #Detroit #HomeSecurity

Fact-Friday: Eine gute Videoüberwachung im Smart Home sorgt für Sicherheit. Einige Systeme lassen sich sogar direkt in Home Assistant integrieren. Sicherheit hat Priorität! #SmartHome #HomeSecurity #HomeAssistant

Fact-Friday: Eine gute Videoüberwachung im Smart Home sorgt für Sicherheit. Einige Systeme lassen sich sogar direkt in Home Assistant integrieren. Sicherheit hat Priorität! #SmartHome #HomeSecurity #HomeAssistant

ADT finally embraces DIY home security with new Blu system

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://nerds.xyz/2026/05/adt-blu-diy-home-security/

ADT finally embraces DIY home security with new Blu system

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://nerds.xyz/2026/05/adt-blu-diy-home-security/

Low-Cost Sensors Offer New Layer of Home Vigilance

Low-cost sensors under $50 offer easy home security upgrades. Detect openings, movement, and tampering without expensive systems. Learn how.

#homesecurity, #smarthome, #DIYsecurity, #techgadgets, #affordabletech

https://newsletter.tf/low-cost-sensors-boost-home-security/

New sensors under $50 can now detect door openings, movement, and even tampering, making home security much cheaper than before.

#homesecurity, #smarthome, #DIYsecurity, #techgadgets, #affordabletech
https://newsletter.tf/low-cost-sensors-boost-home-security/

🎉 Congratulations, you've unlocked the next level of home security: letting anyone on the internet prank your doorbell! 🚪🔔 Because who needs a real-world doorbell when you can have a global network of strangers ringing it for you? 🌐🤦‍♂️
https://www.abgeo.dev/blog/anyone-can-ring-your-doorbell #homeSecurity #internetPranks #doorbellTech #pranksters #globalNetwork #HackerNews #ngated

🎉 Congratulations, you've unlocked the next level of home security: letting anyone on the internet prank your doorbell! 🚪🔔 Because who needs a real-world doorbell when you can have a global network of strangers ringing it for you? 🌐🤦‍♂️
https://www.abgeo.dev/blog/anyone-can-ring-your-doorbell #homeSecurity #internetPranks #doorbellTech #pranksters #globalNetwork #HackerNews #ngated

Strategic Surveillance: Mapping Your Home's Vulnerabilities

Learn the best height and locations for home security cameras in 2026. Avoid blind spots and protect your home effectively.

#HomeSecurity, #CameraPlacement, #SecurityTips, #SmartHome, #2026Security

https://newsletter.tf/best-home-security-camera-placement-2026/

Experts recommend placing security cameras between 8 to 10 feet high. This is higher than many people might think, ensuring better coverage and protection.

#HomeSecurity, #CameraPlacement, #SecurityTips, #SmartHome, #2026Security
https://newsletter.tf/best-home-security-camera-placement-2026/

SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro wants your face to replace your house keys

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://nerds.xyz/2026/05/switchbot-lock-vision-pro/

SwitchBot Launches Lock Vision Series with Facial Recognition
https://www.allthethings.best/switchbot-launches-lock-vision-series-with-facial-recognition
SwitchBot is rolling out a new smart lock line called the Lock Vision Series, and the big hook is 3D structured‑light facial recognition built into a deadbolt. The company is pitching it as a way to unlock your door just by looking at it, without pulling out your phone, a key, or even typing a code.
#news #homesecurity #smarthome #smartlock #switchbot

SwitchBot Launches Lock Vision Series with Facial Recognition
https://www.allthethings.best/switchbot-launches-lock-vision-series-with-facial-recognition
SwitchBot is rolling out a new smart lock line called the Lock Vision Series, and the big hook is 3D structured‑light facial recognition built into a deadbolt. The company is pitching it as a way to unlock your door just by looking at it, without pulling out your phone, a key, or even typing a code.
#news #homesecurity #smarthome #smartlock #switchbot

Try pushing against your front door frame. Feel flex? That's what breaks in a kick-in. $5 in screws fixes it.

#Preparedness #HomeSecurity #ReadyBrief

Finally cancelled our Telus “Home Security" plan. We have our own webcams that are nicer anyway and fully controlled by us for free. Versus their cloud system for $21/mo (actually $41/mo but we had -20 in discounts promotions)

We had originally got it on a bundle or something...

Just have to remove the Telus camera from our outside area and pack it up to send back. They threaten to charge you $100 if you don’t send it back by their 'deadline’.

Customer Service. It's a thing...
#Telus #HomeSecurity #bills

Finally cancelled our Telus “Home Security" plan. We have our own webcams that are nicer anyway and fully controlled by us for free. Versus their cloud system for $21/mo (actually $41/mo but we had -20 in discounts promotions)

We had originally got it on a bundle or something...

Just have to remove the Telus camera from our outside area and pack it up to send back. They threaten to charge you $100 if you don’t send it back by their 'deadline’.

Customer Service. It's a thing...
#Telus #HomeSecurity #bills

Today's Ready Brief: Reinforcing Doors on a Budget

Why door frames fail. The $5 screw upgrade. Budget reinforcement kits.

Free to read: https://thereadybrief.com

#Preparedness #HomeSecurity #ReadyBrief

A door is only as strong as its frame.

Most door frames are held in place by 3/4-inch screws that a solid kick can tear through.

Replacing those with 3-inch screws costs $5 and takes 15 minutes. It changes everything.

#Preparedness #HomeSecurity #ReadyBrief

Blink’s New 2K Doorbell: Premium Look Under $50
https://www.allthethings.best/blinks-new-2k-doorbell-premium-look-under-50
Blink is rolling out two new budget-friendly video doorbells with sharper 2K video, smarter alerts, and a choice between wired or battery power. The Blink Wired Doorbell 2K+ and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ are both designed to give a clearer view of your front door and quicker updates about what triggered a motion alert.
#news #amazon #blink #homesecurity #smartdoorbell #videodoorbell

Blink’s New 2K Doorbell: Premium Look Under $50
https://www.allthethings.best/blinks-new-2k-doorbell-premium-look-under-50
Blink is rolling out two new budget-friendly video doorbells with sharper 2K video, smarter alerts, and a choice between wired or battery power. The Blink Wired Doorbell 2K+ and Blink Battery Doorbell 2K+ are both designed to give a clearer view of your front door and quicker updates about what triggered a motion alert.
#news #amazon #blink #homesecurity #smartdoorbell #videodoorbell

ADT Breach Exposes Customer Data, ShinyHunters Claim Responsibility

ADT confirmed a data breach on April 20, after discovering unauthorized access to sensitive customer and prospective-customer information, which was swiftly shut down and investigated. The breach exposed key personal details, but thankfully, payment information and customer security systems remained unaffected.

https://osintsights.com/adt-breach-exposes-customer-data-shinyhunters-claim-responsibility?utm_source=mastodon&utm_medium=social

#DataBreach #CustomerData #Shinyhunters #EmergingThreats #HomeSecurity

I had read articles about this as #FutureTech but I wasn't expecting it to show up on my ISPs router already in my home. #privacy #wifi #modem #router #internet #homesecurity @FirewallDragons

I had read articles about this as #FutureTech but I wasn't expecting it to show up on my ISPs router already in my home. #privacy #wifi #modem #router #internet #homesecurity @FirewallDragons

Walk around your house after dark tonight. Where are shadows? Where could someone hide? What's visible from the street?

You're seeing your home like a burglar would. That perspective is valuable.

#Preparedness #HomeSecurity #ReadyBrief

Dreame Debuts Two New Smart Locks to Bring Affordable Smart Home Security to the U.S.
https://www.allthethings.best/__trashed-3
Dreame Technology is entering the U.S. smart home security market with two new smart locks designed to offer more affordable options to American homeowners and renters.
#news #dreame #homesecurity #matter #smarthome #smartlock

ADT adds glowing Live Light yard sign and My Safety mobile protection to the ADT+ platform

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://nerds.xyz/2026/04/adt-live-light/

ADT adds glowing Live Light yard sign and My Safety mobile protection to the ADT+ platform

https://fed.brid.gy/r/https://nerds.xyz/2026/04/adt-live-light/

Working on phase 3 of my Buurtmelder (“Neighbourhood Notifier") project, where I'll be rolling out the terminals to our neighbours.

In case you're interested in what it does: it intercepts RF signals emitted by alarm systems and broadcasts those signals across a group of terminals (using MQTT, with a LoRa backup in case the Internet connection is down). Those terminals could be installed at your neighbours’ homes. That way, an alarm (burglar, panic, SOS) can be shared with people that live close by and can respond quickly to an alarm situation in your home.

Firmware is based on ESPHome, so Home Assistant integration comes built-in. But the terminal will run completely standalone.

#homesecurity #homealarm #homeautomation #homeassistant #esphome

The Swiss Army Knife of Home Security

https://www.hackster.io/news/the-swiss-army-knife-of-home-security-5debde92cba3

Read on HackerWorkspace: https://hackerworkspace.com/article/the-swiss-army-knife-of-home-security

#cybersecurity #homelab #homesecurity