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From robot vacuums that scale steps to AI-equipped appliances, IFA Berlin delivered tons of new innovations to make your smart home even more connected and convenient.

By Andrew Gebhart
IFA 2024

Unveiled at IFA, Reolink's Altas PT Ultra outdoor security camera runs on batteries and can pan and tilt to watch your whole yard.

By Andrew Gebhart
Reolink Atlas PT Ultra
3.5

The Baseus N1 comes with two outdoor security cameras that deliver sharp 2K video, local upgradable video storage via an included hub, and voice control support, but it falls short when it comes to third-party integration.

By John R. Delaney
The Baseus N1 Outdoor Security Camera Kit

Get huge discounts on high-quality doorbell cameras from all of our favorite manufacturers, including an $80 price drop on a unit with 90 days of internal storage.

By K. Thor Jensen
Various video doorbells on colorful background

Blink and Ring both offer a diverse selection of products, but which smart home security company should you choose? We've thoroughly tested both brands and are here to help you decide.

By David Paiz-Torres
Blink vs. Ring

Plus, pump up the jams poolside with a discounted JBL speaker and secure your home on the cheap with a deal on our Editors' Choice Arlo video doorbell.

By Shubham Yewale
Samsung Odyssey OLED G9 on a plain background

Although Prime Day is over, it's still raining nonstop savings with flurries of massive price cuts on our favorite home security products!

By Shubham Yewale
Amazon Prime Day 2024 Home SecurityDeals

The discounts have started to drop, and it's raining non-stop savings with flurries of massive price cuts on our favorite home security products!

By Shubham Yewale
Amazon Prime Day 2024 Home SecurityDeals

As Prime Day approaches, the discounts are starting to drop, and soon it's going to be raining non-stop savings with flurries of massive price cuts on our favorite home security products.

By Shubham Yewale
Amazon Prime Day 2024 Home SecurityDeals

A baby monitor lets you watch, entertain, and soothe your child from afar. Check out the top baby monitors we've tested to determine which is right for your little one.

By Will Greenwald  & Alex Colon
Nanit Pro Complete

Monitor your property day and night with one of the top smart floodlight cameras we've tested.

By John R. Delaney
Lorex 2K Wired Floodlight Security Camera (W452ASD)

The top smart outdoor security cams we've tested can withstand the elements and record clear footage any time of the day or night.

By John R. Delaney
Wyze camera

The only bad thing about a video doorbell is that knock-knock jokes fall flat because you already know who's there. Jokes aside, these are the best doorbell cameras we've tested.

By John R. Delaney
Arlo Video Doorbell (2nd Generation)

A pet camera lets you monitor your cat or dog 24/7—and some even let you give them treats! These are the top pet cameras we’ve tested, plus some of our favorite security cameras that work as pet monitors.

By Angela Moscaritolo
Furbo Dog Cam

A security camera lets you watch your home from anywhere and doesn't cost nearly as much as a full security system. These are the top indoor security cams we've tested.

By Angela Moscaritolo
Wyze Cam OG

Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands above them all. This is that deal!

By Jade Chung-Lee
Arlo Essentials camera on a circuit background

The consumer version is still on sale if you can snag an invite.

By Emily Price
Amazon Astro
4.0
Editors' Choice

The Ring Stick Up Cam Pro is a supremely versatile 1080p indoor or outdoor security camera that offers sharp HDR-enhanced video and advanced motion detection.

By John R. Delaney
Ring Stick Up Cam Pro (Battery)
4.0

The second-generation Ring Indoor Cam gains a privacy cover and color night vision while continuing to deliver sharp 1080p video, phone and voice controls, and robust third-party device support.

By John R. Delaney
Ring Indoor Cam 2nd Gen
4.0
Editors' Choice

The Ring Stick Up Cam Battery is a versatile battery-powered wireless indoor/outdoor security camera that records motion-triggered video and stores it in the cloud.

By John R. Delaney
Ring Stick Up Cam Battery