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Tech News
A tech guide outlines how homeowners can assemble their own smart security systems using motion sensors, door sensors, cameras and video doorbells that store footage locally instead of in the cloud. The approach avoids recurring subscription costs charged by brands like Abode and SimpliSafe, while still letting users customize and expand their setup over time.
SimpliSafe launched the Video Doorbell Series 2, a $199.99 wired camera with 2K resolution, 10x zoom, and two-way audio that pairs with its Active Guard Outdoor Protection service starting at $49.99 a month. When onboard AI and cloud-based computer vision flag suspicious activity, a human monitoring agent can view the live feed, speak through the doorbell, and try to scare off intruders or package thieves. The doorbell requires a SimpliSafe base station and keypad and works with monitored or self-monitored plans.