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Improve Home Security During Holiday Periods

Improve Home Security During Holiday Periods

Home Alone?  That could very well be the case for some children, especially during School holiday periods, but at what age should your children be left at home by themselves and for how long? Ring asked these questions and more in a recent survey of over 1000 parents.  Today I caught up with Mark Fletcher, Ring APAC Managing Director to talk about the[Read More…]

Home Security – Affordable & Easy to Set Up

Home Security – Affordable & Easy to Set Up

In today’s world, personal security seems to be more valued than ever.  Fortunately, with advances in technology, adding a layer of security to your home doesn’t have to be an expensive exercise. Last year I spoke with Jeremy stewart, VP Global Marketing at Swann.  Jeremy gives a good overview of the current state of home CCTV security and what we[Read More…]

Are You Helping Cyber criminals Earn Bitcoin?

Are You Helping Cyber criminals Earn Bitcoin?

You could be helping cyber criminals earn bitcoin and not even know  that it’s happening.    Internet connected fridges, smart toys, garage door openers and other connected devices in the home are increasingly helping cybercriminals , according to Trend Micro’s 2017 Security Roundup. The report has found cybercriminals are exploiting security vulnerabilities in connected devices to mine for Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies, and the[Read More…]

Who’s Watching the House this Christmas?

Who’s Watching the House this Christmas?

If you’re gearing up to head away on Holidays this Christmas / New Year and leaving behind an empty house, now’s the time to consider how you’ll protect it. Earlier this month I spoke with Jeremy Stewart from Swann about the CCTV solutions that can give holidaymakers some peace of mind over the holidays.  Listen below. You’ll find more information on[Read More…]

A great low-cost Home Security Camera

A great low-cost Home Security Camera

  If you like the idea of keeping an eye on what’s happening at home when you can’t be there,  the easy solution is to set up a portable IP camera. This week I’ve been testing the 360 Smart Home Security IP camera, a budget priced camera that offers surprisingly good quality results. Setup involves connecting the camera to your[Read More…]