The circuit presented here is a very simple and yet highly effective alarm system for protecting an object. The circuit requires no special devices and can be built using components that you will no ...

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

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 ...

Home security systems—once the exclusive domain of high-priced professional installers—have never been more affordable, and the hardware and software is simpler, more intuitive, and easier to set up ...

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Smart locks aren’t the most user-friendly smart home product, but SimpliSafe makes some strides with this entry-level offering for SimpliSafe users. While SimpliSafe prides itself on its ultra-simple ...

Choosing a home security system is anything but simple. You have to decide whether you want to install it yourself or hire a professional, what security cameras and ...

While the Web is full of DIY electronics projects, few are useful as they are entertaining. That’s not the case with this one here, however — a laser tripwire alarm system, which can be used to secure ...

Home security systems were once simple: a few sensors, a keypad, and a loud alarm. However, as technology advances and ...