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The best home security cameras of 2021

The best home security cameras of 2021

Want to keep tabs on your home? We've got you covered with a list of our favorite smart security cameras available now.

by Megan Wollerton

Ring Doorbell Wired has dropped back down to Prime Day prices

Ring Doorbell Wired has dropped back down to Prime Day prices

This is one of the best smart doorbell deals you're going to see for a while.

by CNET staff

Best video doorbell cameras for 2021

Video doorbells are getting smarter all the time, with two-way talk, animal alerts and even built-in radar tracking. These are the smartest of them all.

Best home security system for 2021

From professional to DIY options, there are great home security systems that don't cost a fortune. Here are our picks of the best ones.

Best smart locks of 2021: August, Yale, Schlage and more

Ready to ditch your keys? These smart locks make it easy to bring your door online and manage it from anywhere.

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Best home security cameras of 2021

by Megan Wollerton

Best smart locks of 2021: August, Yale, Schlage and more

by Molly Price

Best home security system of 2021

by David Priest

Best video doorbell cameras for 2021

by David Priest

Best cheap home security cameras for 2021

by Megan Wollerton

Best battery-powered home security cameras for 2021

by David Priest

Best cheap home security devices for 2021

by David Priest

Best indoor home security cameras to buy for 2021

by Megan Wollerton

The best facial recognition security cameras of 2021

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Best home security systems for renters

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Best home security systems for renters

Which home security devices are best in smaller spaces, and when you don't want to drill into walls or doorframes?

by David Priest

SimpliSafe Home Security review: Still king

In 2021, SimpliSafe still balances solid performance with appealing prices.

by David Priest

The best home security cameras of 2021

Want to keep tabs on your home? We've got you covered with a list of our favorite smart security cameras available now.

by Megan Wollerton

How to burglar proof your home: 9 tips to prevent break-ins

You don't have to channel Macaulay Culkin in 'Home Alone' to protect your home from burglaries. Just follow these easy steps to keep you and your property safe.

by Erin Gobler

Best video doorbell cameras for 2021

Video doorbells are getting smarter all the time, with two-way talk, animal alerts and even built-in radar tracking. These are the smartest of them all.

by David Priest

Best cheap home security cameras of 2021

Top-shelf safety without the top-shelf price tag.

by Megan Wollerton

Nest Doorbell with battery review: The free features we've always wanted

Google's Nest beats Amazon's Ring, thanks to a handful of free features. But can it best the rest of the competition?

by David Priest

Ring Doorbell Wired has dropped back down to Prime Day prices

This is one of the best smart doorbell deals you're going to see for a while.

by CNET staff

The best indoor home security cameras of 2021

Want to keep an eye on the babysitter or your furry friend while you're away? We got you covered with our list of best indoor security cameras on the market in 2021.

by Megan Wollerton

Nest Cam with Battery vs. Ring Stick Up Cam Battery: Let's take this outside

We compare the battery-powered options from Google and Amazon.

by Molly Price