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April 9, 2007
Digital technology bringing video surveillance to the home-front
Digital video surveillance systems are becoming increasingly popular for home owners. They're portable, easy to operate, and many new systems come at an affordable price. Quality home surveillance systems can cost as low as $300 and only take about 30 minutes to install. These systems are used for everything from monitoring babysitters to capturing footage of vandalism and theft as it happens.
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Posted By Dan on April 9, 2007 9:09 PM | Comments (0)
June 27, 2007
Wilife introduces Video Security System 2.0
Already a leader in integrated home and small business surveillance, WiLife has recently released a new version of its Video Security platform WiLife v2.0, which features compatibility with Windows Vista and a host of other features, including:
Already a leader in integrated home and small business surveillance, WiLife has recently released a new version of its Video Security platform WiLife v2.0, which features compatibility with Windows Vista and a host of other features, including:
- Motion based recording to PC
- E-mail and mobile video alerts
- Remote viewing over an internet connection or a compatible phone
- Easy, plug-and-play setup
- Support for up to six cameras
WiLife (formerly known as Lukwerks) cameras are well-known for their flexibility and easy connectivity. Their innovative powerline "Homeplug" networking allows users to network their surveillance cameras over their existing power systems instead of over a network. This reduces complications in setup, and eliminates problems with bandwidth capacities (a common complaint about IP cameras).
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Posted By Jennifer on June 27, 2007 5:24 PM | Comments (0)
July 2, 2007
Home surveillance success story in Portland, Oregon
An influx of new digital technology has made video surveillance an increasingly effective and affordable security option for home owners in recent years. More and more users are beginning to realize the benefits of home surveillance systems which transmit video feeds over the internet. IP security cameras and webcams allow home owners to monitor their properties remotely, while also offering digital storage – a feature that can be invaluable when investigating crimes and burglaries, as demonstrated by this story out of Portland, Ore.
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Posted By Dan on July 2, 2007 5:32 PM | Comments (0)
July 10, 2007
Surveillance catches dim-witted Googlin' burglars
Surveillance cameras at an indoor amusement park in Colorado Springs, CO captured footage of a long and drawn out robbery, in what is possibly the oddest security-cum-surveillance story of the year. After getting all the passcodes, passwords and door codes to get into the back office at Bigg City, the two masked men, hoping to obscure the lens of the security camera, doused it with a healthy spray of the lubricant WD-40. This backfired after they realized that the continued sprays only made the camera cleaner. For good measure, they made sure to spray the fire alarm - just in case it might be a camera.
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Posted By Jennifer on July 10, 2007 5:32 PM | Comments (0)
August 28, 2007
Guangdong - the next world leader in surveillance?
Guangdong province, located in southern China, has been called the "world's factory" for almost 30 years. Indeed, Guangdong and its 90 million citizens are responsible for producing a majority of the world's personal electronics and other goods, earning the title as the wealthiest area in all of China. Now Guangdong is looking to add another statistic to its list, and this one has to do with security cameras.
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Posted By Jennifer on August 28, 2007 5:40 PM | Comments (0)
November 2, 2007
Pro One's e-Secure system takes web-based security to the house
Protection One recently introduced a new web-based home security system designed to provide homeowners with remote access via computer, PDA, and text-enabled cell phone. The e-Secure system, along with offering remote operation, delivers email and text message alerts to users.
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Posted By Dan on November 2, 2007 12:46 AM | Comments (0)
November 21, 2007
WiLife camera system alerts homeowner of break-in
A homeowner in Palm Bay, Fla. was able to capture clear video of thieves on his property thanks to a recently installed WiLife camera system. John Jellesma bought the system for under $300 after his home was robbed two weeks ago. It didn't take long for the camera system to show its worth, as the plunderers returned again a few days later. Only this time, the home surveillance system caught them in all their glory.
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Posted By Dan on November 21, 2007 9:44 PM | Comments (0)
December 11, 2007
Property value could increase if surveillance installation is planned during construction
At least one expert in Chattanooga, Tenn. claims that the best time to wire a home for video surveillance is during the construction process. Certainly, with today's digital cameras and wireless technology, installation can happen at any time, but it's easy to understand why it makes sense to consider adding cameras at the onset if you're building a new home. John Lancaster of Smarthomes Chattanooga estimates that pre-wiring a house for video surveillance, as well as entertainment and lighting, can add 2 percent to the value of the property.
Posted By Dan on December 11, 2007 11:09 PM | Comments (0)
January 4, 2008
Remote video monitoring, a top surveillance technology for homeowners in 2008
As IP-based video surveillance technology continues to grow, equipment is becoming more effective and affordable to the homeowner, with a variety of convenient systems and services now available. One area that is expected to become increasingly popular in 2008 is remote video monitoring and mobile surveillance. IP surveillance systems allow users to monitor their surveillance cameras remotely on computers and even cell phones and other portable, handheld devices. This functionality is a tremendous benefit for a wide range of end users. For homeowners, it's especially useful for monitoring property when away, or for keeping tabs on the kids.
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Posted By Dan on January 4, 2008 6:29 PM | Comments (0)
January 7, 2008
D-Link highlights new video surveillance technologies at CES
D-Link has announced that it will be revealing exciting new video surveillance technologies this week at the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Already known for its high tech security cameras and networking products, D-Links' new home security products integrate the company's networking prowess with cutting edge IP surveillance, aiming to bring IP cameras and networking to businesses everywhere.
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Posted By Jennifer on January 7, 2008 5:03 PM | Comments (0)
February 1, 2008
Panasonic reveals made-for-TV surveillance system
Panasonic recently introduced two new security cameras, the VL-CM140KT and VL-CM160KT, both of which work in conjunction with the Panasonic VIERA flat-screen TV. Yes, now you can watch video surveillance footage from the comfort of your couch. The cameras communicate with the TV via a local area network (LAN). High-quality images can be viewed on screen using the remote control. Both cameras are designed for outdoor use, making the system ideal for monitoring private property and providing home security.
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Posted By Dan on February 1, 2008 12:03 AM | Comments (0)
March 5, 2008
Neighborhood surveillance cameras could finger Street of Dreams arsonists
Three homes were destroyed last weekend in a large fire in Woodinville, WA (outsie Seattle). With damages estimated to be near $7 million and a good portion of the neighborhood in ruins, the FBI and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) are working hard to hunt down the perpetrators of the arson. It's believed that the ELF (Earth Liberation Front), a "domestic terror" group of environmental activists, are responsible for this incident, based on a signature left at the scene, but the results aren't yet conclusive. The recent discovery of a home surveillance camera in the development may provide some more concrete evidence, however.
A home in the same development of eco-friendly houses has a working security camera system installed, and the footage may reveal more information about the arsonists and any other suspicious activity in the neighborhood. Three fires were successfully set, but investigators also found rudimentary firestarting materials around other homes - and thanks to the home surveillance system, there might be more information about exactly who is responsible for this disaster.
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Posted By Jennifer on March 5, 2008 11:37 PM | Comments (0)
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