Surveillance Archives
February 19, 2007
How to Stop a Shoplifter
In what could be seen as a brash example of exhibitionism, a YouTube user has been posting videos of a "professional shoplifter at work." Shot in Australia, these videos show a brazen man entering various stores in malls and other shopping areas, armed with a shopping bag or a stroller and grabbing as much loot as he can. While we're not sure why this man would voluntarily have his face and incriminating actions recording, this video reveals a lot about what can be done by retail stores to help prevent this fearless type of shoplifting.
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Posted By Jennifer on February 19, 2007 4:06 PM | Comments (0)
March 1, 2007
CCTV System Catches Grocery Store Thief
Preston, UK-A disabled woman has been charged with purse theft after a grocery store's CCTV system recorded her snatching the purse of an elderly woman off the floor. When confronted about the theft, Dierdre McCue, 47, admitted to the theft right away and pleaded guilty to her charges - one count of theft. This story seems commonplace, and it is for the UK where surveillance cameras are everywhere, but it's worthy to note how easily this crime was solved. Can Ms. McCue's penitence be traced to the presence of surveillance cameras, and the recording of the crime on tape, or to her guilt?
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Posted By Jennifer on March 1, 2007 4:18 PM | Comments (0)
April 10, 2007
Security Cameras in UK get technology-mandated update
Concerns over footage quality of public CCTV cameras in Britain has mounted a huge campaign for an overhaul of the current surveillance system. Officials want to unify the current CCTV networks - piecemeal combinations of different technologies and quality - to create a new, uniform system with the capability to produce evidence-quality footage for official investigations.
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Posted By Jennifer on April 10, 2007 4:50 PM | Comments (0)
April 27, 2007
Davenport police take municipal surveillance to the next level
So chances are you have seen a camera mounted atop a traffic signal in your town. They're pretty widespread and a popular method of keeping speeders and runners of red lights in check, and an effective way of raising funds through tickets. It's also pretty likely that the police department in your hometown has surveillance cameras mounted on the dashboards of their cruisers - the cameras help protect both the officers and the people they pull over and arrest, and can also provide valuable evidence during prosecution. Davenport, Iowa police and city officials recently announced a plan to boost municipal surveillance cameras to add additional street cameras and also network in a system of portable cameras for police car
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Posted By Jennifer on April 27, 2007 4:53 PM | Comments (0)
May 15, 2007
Video analytics - can it solve the unattended baggage problem?
If you've flown in an airplane, you know the drill. After snaking through half of the lobby in the check-in line, you arrive at the counter with your ID and ticket and are asked about your luggage. Have you left it unattended? Did you pack it yourself? Are you sure? While they may seem innocuous, ineffective, annoying, or downright grating, airlines have depended on these questions for years as a preliminary screening process. Suitcases, duffel bags and luggage, while they are essential for travel, are also potential wreakers of major mid-flight havoc if filled with explosives or other tools of terrorism.
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Posted By Jennifer on May 15, 2007 5:01 PM | Comments (0)
June 14, 2007
Tips for securing wireless video
Wireless technology may be one of the greatest innovations for security cameras. IP cameras with wireless capabilities are much more flexible than their wired counterparts, having the ability to shift to changing security needs or building layout. New developments in wireless standards, such as MIMO (multiple input, multiple output) allow wireless cameras to transmit at further ranges than before.
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Posted By Jennifer on June 14, 2007 5:08 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)
December 10, 2007
Sydney Airport upgrades to Axis IP surveillance system
The Sydney International Airport recently upgraded its surveillance system from analog to digital cameras - seeking a quality security system to protect what is widely regarded as one of the finest airports in the world.
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Posted By Jennifer on December 10, 2007 4:36 PM | Comments (0)
December 20, 2007
Security cameras protect historic Vale Cemetery
Vale Cemetery in Schenectady, New York, is safer than ever thanks to the recent installation of three public surveillance cameras. The historic, 100-acre cemetery has been victim to vandalism and assorted crimes, including a sexual abuse case earlier in the year. The new surveillance system will give authorities the ability to continuously monitor wide areas of the cemetery they couldn't possibly patrol at all times.
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Posted By Dan on December 20, 2007 12:11 AM | 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)
March 6, 2008
Bosch completes $92 million acquisition of Extreme CCTV
Bosch Security Systems has recently completed a 3-month long acquisition of Security Sales & Integration...
Posted By Jennifer on March 6, 2008 5:56 PM | Comments (0)
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