STACK #217 November 2022

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T here’s no need to squint through a fisheye-lens spyhole to see who’s at the door when you have a video doorbell. These clever security cams are an excellent and equally vigilant alternative to installing a camera system, and can be positioned in about five minutes. You can interact with whoever’s at the door – whether

S mart locks serve as virtual keys – all you need is a passcode or smartphone app to gain access. They can also be geo-fenced to automatically open if your arms are laden with shopping. Banish that “did I lock up?” anxiety by checking the app, and if you didn’t, lock it

you’re home or not – and also keep tabs on parcel deliveries from a phone. Google Nest Doorbell

instantly with one touch. Some smart locks can be retrofitted with an existing standard lock for added convenience. Yale Unity Security Screen Door Lock

The battery-powered Nest is a great entry-level doorbell with a day/night camera and two-way talk. Ideal for a house or apartment, it can be installed in a jiffy and discern between people, pets and parcels.

Get double the protection inside and out with this digital deadlock that fits a standard screen door. Your phone is the key, and you can also grant one-time access to visitors or set a date range with activity tracking. It can also be paired with a Yale Unity Entrance Lock for instant entry through the main door. Bold Smart Cylinder Locks Providing keyless access with encrypted two-factor authentication, this easy to install

Get three hours of free event history or sign up for paid cloud storage – the choice is yours. Eufy Security Wireless Dual Camera Doorbell 2K

Eufy’s new dual camera doorbell solves the problem of a limited viewing angle with a 2K main camera and a smaller adjustable lens that combine to eliminate blind spots, providing a 160° wide view. The inbuilt AI recognises family members and there’s smart assistant support with Google and Alexa, and no monthly fees.

brass and stainless steel lock is suitable for doors fitted with Euro Profile cylinders. Assign user access and duration, and connect to Alexa, Apple and Google ecosystems. Available in four sizes – SX33, SX43, SX43 and SX45 – so be sure to measure up first to get the right one for your door. Yale Connect Plus Wi-Fi Bridge Access up to 16 Yale smart locks

simultaneously from anywhere, grant other users access and keep track of their activity, and easily set and change PIN codes in the app. With the bridge connected to your smart home ecosystem, you can set lights to come on or music to play when you get home. Ismartgate Pro Smart Garage Opener Providing full automation for

Holiday Protocols When you’re heading off on holiday, scheduling smart devices like lighting and security systems will create the impression your home is occupied. Some feature a holiday mode for added convenience, and keeping an eye on things remotely is as simple as checking the applicable apps on your phone. Use this handy checklist to ensure your home is safe and secure before taking that well-deserved break.

garage doors and security gates, the ismartgate Pro will open and close up to three doors or gates from anywhere via an app or

Set smart lock access for house sitters, neighbours or cleaners. Ensure batteries are fully charged in wireless cameras, video doorbells and smart locks. Schedule outdoor lighting to turn on after dark, and indoor lights in different rooms throughout the day and night. Activate motion sensors for interior and exterior cameras and lights.

Set smart plugs to power saving mode.

voice control, and works with all garage door openers. They can be scheduled to open and close based on your GPS location or preset times, and if you’ve driven off and left them open, an alert will let you know.

Schedule a smart TV or speaker to turn on and off intermittently during the day and evening. Set timers on smart watering controllers to keep the garden green. Programme a robot vacuum to do a quick clean up before you return.

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