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  1. purdnost

    HomeKit Are Smart Locks Safe?

    I’m interested in investing in a couple of SimpliSafe Smart Locks. I like the idea that I can automate doors to lock in case I forgot to do so manually. My question is, are such locks generally safe to use? As in, is it hard to hack or bypass them, or disable them altogether?
  2. purdnost

    Do I Need a Home Security System?

    Deciding if I need a home security system like Simplisafe. I live in a safe neighborhood and I work from home, where I am most of the time. My family regularly opens and closes exterior doors, so I wouldn’t keep the system armed during the day. At night, the doors are locked. It’s $15 a month...
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  3. blackxacto

    Researching daughters condo security options

    She wants both front and backdoor/backyard over the porch fence camera, visible and alarmed via WIFI. I don't like having to always replace batteries in these devices, rather have them electrified, but have never owned any type of system. What do any of you advise?
  4. Eagle 20

    Home Ring Video Doorbell, Need Help ASAP

    So I'm pretty livid at the moment. Just over a year ago I purchased what I believe is now referred to as a Ring Video Doorbell 1. It's never worked like it was supposed to but support ran me in circles until I couldn't return it. So I've already invested the $100 for the doorbell and at least...
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