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Smart home automation and security trends, products and insights.

What Should I Do with Doorbell Images and Videos?

Tuesday, February 5, 2019 by Art Miller under Cameras, Cyber Security/Hacking, Security, Smart Home

Discover what to do with doorbell images and videos after a crime or suspicious activity has occurred.

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Common Homeowner Concerns and How to Protect Against Them

Tuesday, January 29, 2019 by Anita Ostrowski under Life Safety, Personal Safety, Security, Smart Home, Top Tips

Discover the common home security risks, such as break-ins and environmental hazards, and how security equipment can protect against them.

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6 Questions to Ask When Building Your Smart Home Ecosystem

Tuesday, January 22, 2019 by Art Miller under DIY, IoT (Internet of Things), Lifestyle, Monitoring, Pets, Smart Home

Here are six key questions homeowners should ask to effectively build a smart home ecosystem.

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How to Tell When Your Home Security System Isn’t Working Properly

Tuesday, January 15, 2019 by Anita Ostrowski under Monitoring, Security, Smart Home, Top Tips

Is your home security system working properly? Here are the telltale signs of a faulty system.

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Top Home Security Posts of 2018

Tuesday, January 8, 2019 by Art Miller under Life Safety, Security, Smart Home, Top Tips

Read our collection of the top posts from the Vector Security home blog in 2018.

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  • IoT (Internet of Things) (52)
  • Life Safety (12)
  • Lifestyle (37)
  • Monitoring (53)
  • Personal Safety (29)
  • Pets (1)
  • Security (82)
  • Smart Home (67)
  • Top Tips (32)

Archive

2019

  • June 2019 [-]
    • Will Your Dog Prevent a Burglary?
    • How to Properly Install Security Cameras Around Your Home
    • Five Steps: How to Stop a Beeping Security System
    • How the Stringify Service Shutdown Impacts Smart Home Security
  • May 2019 [+]
    • Top Security Solutions for Homeowners On the Go
    • Bizarre Burglars: 3 Strange (But True) Home Break-Ins
    • How to Improve Home Security With Outdoor Lighting
    • How Gmail’s New API Restrictions Affect DIY Home Security
  • April 2019 [+]
    • Not Tech Savvy? No Problem: 3 Ways to Simplify Home Security
    • The Complete Home Security System Maintenance Checklist
    • How to Secure Three Common Entry Points in Your Home
    • Why Having a Security System Protection Plan is Critical
    • How Does the Home Monitoring Center Protect Me?
  • March 2019 [+]
    • Top Spring Cleaning Tips for Better Home Security
    • How to Keep Spider Webs, Bugs or Insects Away from Security Cameras
    • What Makes Up a Monitored Alarm System?
    • Top Video Surveillance Security Tips
  • February 2019 [+]
    • Avoid Getting Locked Out: Smart Locks
    • Why Automated Homes Need Stronger Cyber Security
    • The Top 3 Reasons to Maintain Your Home Security System
    • What Should I Do with Doorbell Images and Videos?
  • January 2019 [+]
    • Common Homeowner Concerns and How to Protect Against Them
    • 6 Questions to Ask When Building Your Smart Home Ecosystem
    • How to Tell When Your Home Security System Isn’t Working Properly
    • Top Home Security Posts of 2018
    • 3 Ways Your Home Wi-Fi Can Be Hacked

2018

  • December 2018 [+]
    • 3 Ways to Avoid Getting Locked Out of Your House This Winter
    • Why Having a Connected Home is Beneficial
    • 3 Common Winter Home Security Tips You May Be Overlooking
    • 21 Holiday Home Safety Tips From Vector Security
  • November 2018 [+]
    • Fireplace Safety: Wood, Gas, Electric—Oh My!
    • Online Shopping Tips for Cyber Monday
    • Top Security Products to Purchase on Black Friday
    • What Are the Different Types of Home Alarm Systems?
  • October 2018 [+]
    • How Severe Winter Weather Impacts Home Security
    • 3 Types of Smart Lighting to Consider for Your Home
    • Is Community Policing the Same as a Neighborhood Watch?
    • What Are the Dangers of Facial Recognition Technology?
    • Five Cyber Safety Tips Every Parent Should Teach Their Kids
  • September 2018 [+]
    • 4 Ways to Spice Up Your Neighborhood Watch Meeting
    • Is Your Home Security System Ready for Fall?
    • 4 Safety Tips for Tailgaters
    • How Often Should I Test My Home Security System?
  • August 2018 [+]
    • How Do You Define Home Security?
    • How to Protect Yourself From Bluetooth Hacking
    • After-School Security Tips Every Parent Should Teach Their Kids
    • 3 Ways to Protect Outdoor Security Equipment From Severe Weather
  • July 2018 [+]
    • Everything You Need to Know About Cellular Security Cameras
    • What Home Services Can Be Hacked?
    • Give the Gift of Smart Home Security This Wedding Season
    • How to Keep Your Belongings Safe During a Move
    • Top Tips for Throwing a Safe Block Party
  • June 2018 [+]
    • Home Security Tips for a Safe Fourth of July Party
    • How to Secure Your Lawn Equipment This Summer
    • 4 Questions to Ask Before Purchasing a Doorbell Camera
    • 3 Top Summer Safety Reminders for Families
  • May 2018 [+]
    • Top Reasons Why a Home Security App is a Game Changer
    • Top Home Security Products to Purchase
    • Why a Renovation is the Perfect Time to Reconsider Home Security
    • 4 Tips to Keep Your Rural Home Secure
    • Do You Need a Home Cloud Solution?
  • April 2018 [+]
    • Use Home Security to Thwart Teen House Parties
    • How Smart Home Automation Can Help You Honor Earth Day
    • How to Secure Your Cell Phone for Personal Safety
    • How to Keep Your Home Safe When Ridesharing
  • March 2018 [+]
    • How to Keep Your Pet From Triggering Your Home Security System
    • Seniors Who Live Alone Need These Home Security Solutions
    • What's the Future of Robotic Home Security Monitoring?
    • Vector Security is Now Integrated with Google Home Through Alarm.com
  • February 2018 [+]
    • Top 3 Benefits of Home Security Monitoring
    • Why Your Neighbors Should Thank You for Using Home Security
    • How to Troubleshoot Security Maintenance
    • City of Monroeville, PA Reduces Emergency Response Time
  • January 2018 [+]
    • In-Home Delivery: What Are the Risks?
    • What to Expect When Installing a Vector Security System
    • How to Save Money on Your Home's Heating Costs This Winter
    • How to Perform a Home Security System Test
    • 4 Lesser-Known Home Security Tips

2017

  • December 2017 [+]
    • Is Your Home Security System User Friendly?
    • Holiday Travel Tips to Keep Your Home Safe While You’re Away
    • 3 Home Security Gift Ideas for the Holiday Season
    • What to Look for in Home Security Monitoring
  • November 2017 [+]
    • Prevent Appliances From Endangering Your Home
    • 3 Benefits of Neighborhood Watch Programs
    • The Home Renter’s Guide to Security
    • How to Protect Your Home Deliveries
  • October 2017 [+]
    • How to Use Technology to Stay Safe This Halloween
    • How To Integrate DIY Home Security With Your Nest Thermostat
    • Home Security is the Newlywed’s New Responsibility
    • The Ultimate Checklist to Avoid Environmental Hazards
    • Why You Should Care About DIY Home Security
  • September 2017 [+]
    • How Customer Service Alters Your Home Security Experience
    • Top Security Equipment to Increase Your Home’s Worth
    • DIY vs. Traditional Home Security: What You Need to Know
    • Car Safety and Home Security: The Perfect Duo
  • August 2017 [+]
    • A Collection of the Top Home Security Advice
    • How To Integrate DIY Home Security With Amazon Echo
    • 5 Benefits of On-Demand Home Monitoring
    • Welcome to the Smart Home Ecosystem
    • 4 Safeguards for DIY Home Security
  • July 2017 [+]
    • How To Avoid Theft During Open Houses and Showings
    • How Artificial Intelligence Could Impact Home Security and Automation
    • 6 Tips to Avoid Overspending on Your Home Security System
    • 3 Safety Tips for Airbnb® Hosts
  • June 2017 [+]
    • The Impact of Drones on Home Security
    • Top Security Tips for Empty Nesters
    • Checklist to Follow Before Heading Out for Vacation
    • Do it Yourself Requires Proper Security Equipment and Services
  • May 2017 [+]
    • 2017: The Year of the Smart Home
    • New Parents: Top Tips to Baby Proof Your Home
    • 4 Trends Impacting Home Automation
    • Top Add-Ons to Complete Your Home Security System
    • 5 Home Security Tips for Online Shopping
  • April 2017 [+]
    • How Home Security Can Reduce Common Household Hazards
    • How to Secure Your Child’s Playroom
    • 7 Steps to Set Up Security Notifications on Your Mobile Device
    • Home Security Monitoring: What You Need to Know
  • March 2017 [+]
    • How Voice Recognition Plays a Role in IoT
    • Benefits of Smart Locks
    • Terrorism Tops List of American Concerns
    • How to Disguise Hidden Home Security Cameras
  • February 2017 [+]
    • 5 Common Reasons to Upgrade Home Security
    • The Impact of IoT Devices on Kids
    • Get Accustomed to Your New Home Security System
    • Security Notifications You Can Get on Your Smartphone
  • January 2017 [+]
    • How to Properly Prepare Your Home for Winter Weather
    • The Top 10 Most Dangerous States
    • How to Find Out if Someone is Stealing Your Wi-Fi
    • How to Assess Home Security System Equipment Warranties
    • Integrate Scenes Into Home Automation Systems

2016

  • December 2016 [+]
    • How to Overcome Home Automation Security Concerns
    • How to Avoid Holiday Fire Hazards
    • Innocent Kid’s Games Could Leave You Exposed
    • Home Automation: Become the Entertainment Hot Spot
  • November 2016 [+]
    • Burglar Prevention and Home Security: Top Targeted Items
    • Careful What You Reveal About Kids Online
    • Life According to The Jetsons: Technology That Exists Today
    • Hacked IoT Devices Bring Down Half the Internet
    • Smart Cars: The Impact on Home Automation Systems
  • October 2016 [+]
    • Protect Home Automation Devices from DDoS Attacks
    • Burglars Reveal the Secrets to Avoid Home Break-Ins
    • 3 Benefits of Doorbell Security Cameras
    • 3 Home Security Tips to Teach Your Children
  • September 2016 [+]
    • How to Evaluate Your New Home’s Security
    • How Home Automation Door Locks Can Prevent Lockouts
    • Improve Home Automation System Safety with Smartphone Security
    • How to Protect Your Smart Home from Cyber Attacks
  • August 2016 [+]
    • Integrate a Smart Garage Into Your Home Automation System
    • How Image Sensors Can Improve Your Home Security System
    • 3 Smart Lessons Learned from TV’s ‘Mr. Robot’ for Better Home Protection
    • College Apartment Security: 5 Questions to Ask Your Landlord
    • Home Security: Kitchen Safety Tips
  • July 2016 [+]
    • How to Select the Right Home Security Camera System
    • Pet Safety: Keep Your Animals Cool This Summer
    • Create Peace of Mind for Your Family with a Home Security System
    • Keep Your Pool Area Safe with a Home Security System
  • June 2016 [+]
    • Invest in a Home Automation System Using Your Tax Refund
    • Automated Secure Alarm Protocol (ASAP) Enables Faster Emergency Response Times
    • Control Your Home Automation System With Apple TV
    • Home Security: Backyard Summer Safety Tips
  • May 2016 [+]
    • Jewels, Heirlooms and Artwork: Secure Your Family’s Valuables
    • Add a Home Security System to Your Wedding Gift Registry
    • Home Automation System: Setting Up Smart Lights
    • Integrate Amazon Echo into Your Smart Home Program
  • April 2016 [+]
    • Is a Smart Home a Smart Choice for Your Family?
    • 4G LTE and Smart Homes: Increased Security and Connectivity
    • How to Secure Your Home Windows
    • Smart Home Security Trends for 2016
    • Smart Homes Could Mean Reduced Homeowner’s Insurance
  • March 2016 [+]
    • New Parents: How to Create a Smart Nursery with Home Security Products
    • Smart Home Security: A Day in the Life
    • Smart Home Skeptics Question Costs and Convenience
    • Home Security for Single Parents
    • Your Outdated Internet Browser Presents Safety Risks
  • February 2016 [+]
    • Homeowner Milestones: When to Update Your Security Program
    • Top 10 Home Security Reads in 2015
    • From the Experts: Smart Home Functionalities We Love
    • What Do You and NFL Player Eugene Monroe Have in Common?
    • Water Sensors Detect Floods In The Home Before They Happen
  • January 2016 [+]
    • Moving? Consider These 5 Cities With Low Crime Rates
    • Hacking vs. Smash & Grab – How safe is a smart home
    • Manage Your Home Improvement Project with Smart Tech
    • Teach Your Child How To Use the Smart Home Application

2015

  • December 2015 [+]
    • Smart Home Tech Provides Balance for Working Parents
    • Your Smartwatch May Be At Risk of a Security Hack
    • Alleviate Holiday Stress With Smart Home Security
    • The Best Tech Gifts For The Family This Year
    • Vector Security Awarded Top Security Honor
    • Vector Security Timeline: The Evolution of Smart Home Technology
  • November 2015 [+]
    • Holiday Season Guide to Home Security
    • How To Choose The Right Home Security Maintenance Vendor
    • Practical Home Security Tips From The Experts
    • The Connected Home Design Guide
  • October 2015 [+]
    • Tips To Handle Halloween Pranksters
    • The Vacation Safety Pocket Guide
    • Communication Companies to decommission POTS Lines: What it Means for Your Security System
    • Smart Home Technology Makes Aging in Place Possible
  • September 2015 [+]
    • Smart Surveillance Streaming Live From Your TV
    • Smart Home Essentials for First-Time Users
    • Seven Rules for Candle Safety
    • Keep Tabs On Teens With Smart Home Technology
  • August 2015 [+]
    • The Zoned Smart Thermostat: Energy Management Perfected
    • Are Smart Homes Ready for Widespread Adoption?
    • Is Your Security System Outdated?
    • 3 Tips for Internet Scam Protection
    • 4 Cool Personal Safety Tech Solutions
  • July 2015 [+]
    • Are Your Smart Home Devices Z-Wave Certified?
    • New Research Suggests Smart Houses Sell Faster
    • Your Family Deserves More Than A Decoy
    • 5 Security Questions You Have Been Meaning to Ask
    • Vector Security Celebrates Independence Day: A Look Back At Our American Heritage
  • June 2015 [+]
    • Security: A Vital Piece to the Connected Home Movement
    • The Anatomy of a Smart, But Safe, Home
    • When Smart Watch and Smart Home Collide
    • Make Your Home Smarter With Geofencing
    • Secure Home Networking: A Smart Home Essential
    • 3 Benefits of a Single Mobile App for All Connected Devices
    • Secure Your Device in the IoT Era
  • May 2015 [+]
    • Security System Arm/Disarm Code Selection and Protection
    • Home Safety Tips: Memorial Day Weekend Guide
    • Home Security Camera Types, Features and Placement
    • Speaking the Language of Home Automation
    • Prevent Home-Related Accidents
    • Secure Your Shed: Six Tips to Prevent Theft
  • April 2015 [+]
    • Secure Your Medicine Cabinet
    • 3 Actionable Ways to Live a Greener Lifestyle
    • Poison Control: 3 Tips for Proper Cleaning Supply Storage
    • 4 Ways to Prevent Daytime Burglaries
    • Home Security Systems: Features to Keep Children Safe
  • March 2015 [+]
    • How to Compare Home Security Vendors
    • 3 Considerations for Selecting Home Automation Vendors
    • 3 In-Demand Factors Leading to Smart Home Growth
    • March Madness Lessons for Security Partnerships
    • Trip Planning: How to Stop Your Mail Delivery When You're Away
  • February 2015 [+]
    • Personal Security Tips: How to Secure Online Information
    • Teach Children How to Work Your Home Security System
    • The Fine Print: Understanding Your Home Security Contract
  • January 2015 [+]
    • 8 Ways to Winterize Your Home
    • Personal Safety Tips: Stay Safe When Alone
    • Home Living for People with Alzheimer's
    • Don’t Do it Yourself: Why DIY Home Security Spells Trouble

2014

  • December 2014 [+]
    • Moving Tips: Home Security Considerations
    • The Future of Home Security is Here
    • Holiday Lights: 4 Tricks to Save on Electric Costs and Maintain Safety
    • Personal Safety Apps for Your Mobile Device
    • Home Security for New Parents
  • November 2014 [+]
    • 5 Rules for Black Friday Shopping Safety
    • Safety Tips When Deep Frying a Turkey
    • 3 Tips for Thanksgiving Cooking Safety
    • Military Security: Protecting Those who Protect Us
    • Simple Tips for Babysitter Safety
  • October 2014 [+]
    • 3 Scary Truths About Home Robberies
    • 6 Common Home Security Mistakes to Avoid
    • Home Automation Enables Convenient Living for the Elderly and Disabled
    • Keep Your Hidden Keys Out of Burglars Hands
  • September 2014 [+]
    • 3 Ways to Assist First Responders During Emergencies
    • How to Maintain Home Security this Autumn
    • Home Emergency Preparedness Checklist
    • Fire Up the Barbeque: How to Stay Safe When Grilling
    • Home Security Checklist
  • August 2014 [+]
    • Back to School Safety
    • 4 Tips To Maintain Garage Safety
    • What to Do When Door-to-Door Salespeople Come Knocking
    • Keep Your Home Cool in the Summer Heat
  • July 2014 [+]
    • Keep Your Kids Safe Inside and Outside the Home
    • How to Lock up Your Home for an Extended Vacation
    • Pool and Water Safety: Staying Safe as You Splish and Splash
    • Summertime Safety Tips
    • Personal Emergency Response Systems Ensure Safety as You Age
  • June 2014 [+]
    • Keep Safe During Lightning Season
    • What the End of the Wired Telephone Network Means for Security System Users
    • Purchasing Tips When Buying a House Later in Life
    • 4 Steps to Evaluate Your Neighborhood’s Safety
  • May 2014 [+]
    • 360-Degree Surveillance: Video and Access Control
    • Happy Birthday to Us
    • Lock Doors and Windows to Keep Your Home Secure
    • Spring Cleaning Your Home to Safety
    • Protect Your Video Surveillance System from Hackers
  • April 2014 [+]
    • The Benefits of Video Surveillance for Caregivers
    • Redefining the meaning of ASAP
    • Celebrate Earth Day … the Home Security Way
    • 4 Steps to Creating a Neighborhood Watch Program
    • What Does the End of 2G Mean for Your Security System
  • March 2014 [+]
    • 2G Sunset: How Will it Impact Residential Security?
    • Be Smart About Social Media to Keep Your Home Safe
    • Flood Safety Guide
    • Can Your Smartphone Support Mobile Video Surveillance
    • How to Control Your Home Security System Through Your Mobile Device
  • February 2014 [+]
    • Not All Thieves are Stupid
    • Prevent False Alarms: Home Security Sensor Placement
    • How to Protect Your Home From Smart Lock Hackers
    • Cost and Benefit Analysis of a Home Security System
    • How to Maintain Your Home Security System
  • January 2014 [+]
    • No Landline Required for Home Security System Installation
    • Do You Know Who Is Entering Your Home
    • Do You Flock to Warmer Climates In the Winter
    • Avoid Freezing and Bursting Pipes This Winter

2013

  • December 2013 [+]
    • 4 New Year’s Resolutions for a Safer 2014
    • A Tradition of Security
    • Keep Your Family And Home Safe This Holiday Season
    • Christmas Tree Safety Tips to Prevent House Fires
    • Create a Home Fire Escape Plan
  • November 2013 [+]
    • Emergency Preparedness Tips for Pet Owners
    • How to Prevent Your Basement From Flooding
    • What to Expect When Installing a Home Security System
    • Build Your Home for Safety
  • October 2013 [+]
    • Is Your Home Vulnerable?
    • 4 Steps to a Safer Halloween
    • 5 Safety Precautions When Your Home is for Sale
    • 3 Tips to Lower Your Homeowner's Insurance
    • Cellular Backup: A Home Security Essential
  • September 2013 [+]
    • How Home Monitoring Systems Work
    • 3 Tips to Protect Your Home Renovation Site
    • 4 Tips to Protect Yourself from Carbon Monoxide (CO) Dangers
    • 4 Ways to Keep Your Kids Safe this School Year
    • 10 Simple Home Security Tips
  • August 2013 [+]
    • 6 Security Safeguards for a Multifamily Home
    • Maintain Home Security and Safety During Power Outages
    • 3 Safety Tips When Living Alone
    • 3 False Alarm Prevention Pointers
  • July 2013 [+]
    • 5-Point Checklist to Pick Your Home Security Company
    • 8 Practical Video Surveillance Applications
    • Mobile Home Security Solutions: Starter Guide
    • Fire Prevention Tips
    • Cellular Home Security Systems: Safe, Accessible and Convenient
    • Mobile Home Security: Capabilities & Functionality
    • Gun Safety: Home Security Best Practices
    • 10 Firework Tips for a Safer 4th of July
    • Innovative Security Companies Have Advantages over Telecommunications Providers
  • June 2013 [+]
    • Home Safety Equipment to Combat Environmental Hazards
    • 3 Ways to Save Money with a Home Security System
    • Understanding Decisions to Burglarize from the Offender's Perspective
    • Go Green with a Home Energy Management System
    • Smart Homes: The Basics of Home Automation
    • 3 Security Tips For Your Vacation Home
    • 3 Home Security Tips for Travelers
    • Home Surveillance Systems for Pet Owners
    • BEWARE: This slamming could happen to you!
    • 5 Security Tips for New Homeowners
  • May 2013 [+]
    • Home Security Trends for 2013 and Beyond
    • Home Security: Anytime, Anywhere Access
    • Introducing the Intelligent Home Security Blog

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