7 Ways Technology is Changing Home Security

Changing Home Security

1. Remote Monitoring: Remote Monitoring is an awesome way to track your security camera's recordings while on the go. Distance doesn't matter in any way. All you need is a simple internet connection and you will be able to receive a live feed of your security cameras on your laptop or smartphone. As technology expands to include new features, some high-end products in this category enable two-way feedback system. This enables you to control your security set-up remotely. With these smart cameras, you can now regulate your burglar and fire alarms and even send emergency SOS to the nearest authority. Also with seamless cloud storage, all your recordings are automatically stored so you can access it anytime in the future, even if the security camera itself is destroyed or stolen.

2. Smart Door Locks: With the advent of Internet of Things (IoT), we can already find innovative products that make our lives better. The smart door lock is one such niche offshoot of the next generation of the internet revolution, which integrates hardware with software. With this technology, your smartphone will become the key to all your door locks. With Bluetooth and Wi-Fi as a support base, these advanced door locks can sense your presence automatically and open or close the lock for you. You can also manipulate the locks manually through simple apps with just the power of touch. Some advanced models of smart door locks now feature a holistic control system that not only involves your door locks but extends to other areas like electricity supply, thermostat control, etc.

3. Home Sensors: Home Sensors streamlines all your mechanical and technical controls of your home into one comprehensive app. It can be introduced anywhere and it's integrated with your windows, doors, electrical appliances, etc. It then uses advanced motion sensors to keep a hawk's eye on your room. There can be commanded by simple hand gestures or even winks and facial expression changes. They can also automatically detect human presence and control the lighting, air conditioning, etc. accordingly.

4. Smart Garage systems: A hassle-free way to control your garage is through smart garage systems. It integrates the mechanical operations of your garage with the internet through a network adapter plugged into your home Wi-Fi router. Then you are free to choose and register the unit with a service provider that helps you control your garage through your smartphone. Automated garage set-ups like this can be connected with any device that has internet access.

5. Fingerprint scanners: Finger Print Scanners is a modern way to lock your personal belongings and access them with ease. With fingerprint scanners going through a technological revival, the average price has become very attractive to the general public. It has become a status-quo in defining a complete home security set-up. As long as you have a smartphone with you, you can easily change the scanner settings and also the security fingerprints, as these scanners also connected to the internet.

6. Smart cameras: Cameras have evolved a long way from its humble beginnings. Today's modern cameras are connected to the internet to bring out amazing possibilities and features. These cameras can be used for security purpose or even for patient/baby monitoring. The added advantages of automatic alerts and remote controlling make this a valuable addition to the 21st century home.

7. Complete home automation systems: Complete home automation systems are a bold way to look at the future. Starting from controlling your thermostat with a wink of an eye to automatic regulation of electrical appliances, home automation is clearly shaping the next generation lifestyle. The system allows complete control of your home's locks, lighting systems, thermostats, etc. from a completely remote location.