From using existing wiring to repurposing old hardware or smart devices, keeping your home secure might not cost as much as ...

Picking out a security camera isn't easy, although CNET's guides are here to help. But one of the most important steps is knowing just how your security cam needs to be mounted. From screw-in bases to ...

Roku might be best-known for its video streaming platform, but the company also has a robust lineup of smart home products. One of the most popular is the Roku Indoor Camera SE, which offers an ...

David Nield is a technology journalist from Manchester in the U.K. who has been writing about gadgets and apps for more than 20 years. He has a bachelor's degree in English Literature from Durham ...

Turning your Echo Show into a security camera should take no more than a few seconds. Here's how it works: Step 1: Unlock your Echo Show and enter the Settings menu. Step 2: Scroll to the Camera ...

Security cameras can be incredibly effective at protecting your home. Most common criminals will give your place a wide berth after seeing one on your house. But you’ll want to install your cameras ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Rachel Cericola Rachel Cericola is a writer covering smart home. In addition ...

Everyone has old phones lying around in unused drawers, catching dust. So, instead of letting it go to waste or recycling it as e-waste, how about you repurpose it into a home security camera? It’s a ...

Contrary to popular belief, most property crimes—including burglaries and package theft—happen during the day, not under cover of darkness. But night still brings unique challenges: fewer people ...