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Hands-on Review: Swann Enforcer Security System
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Swann Enforcer Security System

Swann's Enforcer Security System offers wired home security with police-style flashing lights and full HD resolution. It works with Google Assistant and Alexa.

By Owen McCarthy • 4 min read • Mon, 25th Jan 2021
Swann home security kit recognised for innovation
Surveillance

Swann home security kit recognised for innovation

Swann's 4K Enforcer Kit, featuring security cameras with flashing lights and advanced features, has been honored at CES 2021.

By Staff Writer • 2 min read • Tue, 12th Jan 2021
Trend Micro Home Network Security - giving frazzled parents everywhere just that much more peace of mind
Firewalls

Trend Micro Home Network Security - giving frazzled parents everywhere just that much more peace of mind

Trend Micro launches Guardian, an app that enhances parental controls and extends coverage outside the home to protect children's internet access.

By Owen McCarthy • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jun 2020
Hands-on Review: Arlo rings my bell and offers Ultra + Security
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Arlo rings my bell and offers Ultra + Security

With an easy-to-use interface and a variety of choices in settings, you'd be well advised to examine Arlo's range of home security offerings.

By Owen McCarthy • 6 min read • Mon, 4th May 2020
How to ensure your home deliveries remain secure
Smart Home

How to ensure your home deliveries remain secure

Secure Your World shares vital tips to keep home deliveries safe during COVID-19, from checking smart camera batteries to setting up dedicated drop-off areas.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Tue, 31st Mar 2020
Blink XT2 surveillance cams patched after 'severe' vulnerabilities found
Surveillance

Blink XT2 surveillance cams patched after 'severe' vulnerabilities found

Amazon's Blink XT2 cameras were urgently patched after Tenable Research uncovered seven severe vulnerabilities, allowing full control and DDoS usage.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Fri, 13th Dec 2019
Hands-on Review: Protect your family from cyberthreats with ESET Smart Security Premium
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Protect your family from cyberthreats with ESET Smart Security Premium

As cybercriminals ramp up activity over the holidays, ESET Smart Security Premium offers robust, user-friendly protection for families against online threats.

By Kai Ping Lew • 4 min read • Mon, 9th Dec 2019
IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats
Internet of Things

IoT home connectivity on the up, as are cybersecurity threats

Nearly 50% of homes in Oceania have IoT devices, but this growing trend also increases security risks, according to a study by Stanford University and Avast.

By Catherine Knowles • 3 min read • Thu, 18th Jul 2019
NordVPN: Are kids' smart toys spying on you?
Virtual Private Networks

NordVPN: Are kids' smart toys spying on you?

Any internet-connected toys that have cameras, microphones, or location tracking may put children's or parents' privacy and safety at risk.

By Staff Writer • 4 min read • Tue, 4th Jun 2019
D-Link security cams vulnerable to spying
Smart Home

D-Link security cams vulnerable to spying

Security flaws in D-Link's DCS-2132L cloud cameras, discovered by ESET, expose users in Australia and New Zealand to potential spying and firmware attacks.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 6th May 2019
Hands-on Review: Stick Up Cam Battery
Gaming

Hands-on Review: Stick Up Cam Battery

This is a battery-powered indoor/outdoor HD camera with two-way talk, night vision, and versatile mounting options.

By Jacques-Pierre (JP) Dumas • 3 min read • Fri, 26th Apr 2019
Amazon puts a 'Ring' on smart home surveillance
Surveillance

Amazon puts a 'Ring' on smart home surveillance

Amazon has acquired Ring, a prominent smart home security company, aiming to make security devices more accessible and fight crime in neighbourhoods globally.

By Sara Barker • 2 min read • Tue, 23rd Apr 2019
Hands-on Review: D-Link DCS-2802KT Wire-Free Camera Kit
Gaming

Hands-on Review: D-Link DCS-2802KT Wire-Free Camera Kit

Why settle for blurry security footage? The D-Link DCS-2802KT offers crystal-clear 1080p HD images and a host of smart features to secure your home.

By Owen McCarthy • 6 min read • Tue, 26th Mar 2019
Your neighbours are watching: Smart cameras out of control
Internet of Things

Your neighbours are watching: Smart cameras out of control

People are installing motion-sensor cameras connected to their smartphones without realising they could be filming their neighbours illegally.

By Ashton Young • 3 min read • Wed, 13th Mar 2019
D-Link launches home WiFi router with robust parental controls
Gaming

D-Link launches home WiFi router with robust parental controls

The WiFi router gives parents more control over their children's internet activities – and how long they spend online.

By Sara Barker • 3 min read • Mon, 11th Mar 2019
D-Link ANZ launches new home wireless surveillance kit
Smart Home

D-Link ANZ launches new home wireless surveillance kit

The Omna Wire-Free Full HD cameras and accompanying Wi-Fi Hub offer a number of new features, including Alexa/Assistant support.

By Ben Moore • 3 min read • Mon, 18th Feb 2019
Safeguarding the home network in the age of connectivity
Firewalls

Safeguarding the home network in the age of connectivity

The rapid rise of connected devices has made home networks more vulnerable to attacks. Ensuring robust router security is key in safeguarding modern homes.

By Kuei-Huan Chen • 3 min read • Mon, 28th Jan 2019

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Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024
Data Protection

Global Smart Home market to hit $158 billion by 2024

5G rollout and heavy investment from big tech are set to drive global smart home revenue to USD $158 billion by 2024.

By Michael Curreen • 2 min read • Fri, 7th Feb 2020