Q: I wanted to add window sensors to my home for extra peace of mind, and I thought it would be a simple task of searching for “window sensors for security” or “alarms for windows in house.” But it ...

Window sensors are a critical part of any home security system. When cameras fail, a window sensor becomes your last line of defense. Install them on all your windows, and you will know when an ...

Ring Alarm has quickly become one of TechHive’s favorite home security systems, thanks to its solid hardware, low monthly running cost, and great potential for expansion. The secret of the latter is Z ...

Home security systems are expensive and often come with ongoing costs, but smart home technology has never been more affordable or accessible. Though pricey alarm systems still have their place, I ...

Ring's $199 Z-Wave-enabled Alarm Security Kit is so simple you might overlook it at first. The system includes a base station, a keypad, a door/window sensor, a motion sensor and a Z-Wave range ...

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CNET’s expert staff reviews and rates dozens of new products and services each month, building on more than a quarter century of expertise. We originally tested and reviewed the Ring Alarm Security ...

Smart alarm systems are to old hard-wired systems what Netflix is to cable. Gone are the days of mandatory multi-year contracts, wires running down widow frames, and keypads requiring home phone lines ...