Tag: video doorbell
Roku announces expanded smart home integration features
October 17, 2024SSN Staff
SAN JOSE, Calif. — Roku has announced an expansion of its smart home features that offers users greater control from the comfort of their television.
The expansion improves users access to camera feeds and adds functionality to medium and small screens (aka, the phone or computer) via Roku’s Web View.
Coming in the Winter of 2024, Roku Smart Home expanded features include:
Camera Carousel: Automatically cycles through each camera feed on your TV, using motion detection to...
Vivint ordered to pay $45 million to SkyBell Technologies
October 27, 2023SSN Staff
IRVINE, Calif. – SkyBell Technologies, a video doorbell and smart home security solutions provider, has announced a successful outcome in its recent patent infringement lawsuit against Vivint.
According to a release from the company, on Monday, Oct. 23, 2023, a federal jury in the Sherman Division of the Eastern District of Texas rendered its verdict, determining that Vivint Inc. willfully infringed upon two of SkyBell's patents, leading to a damage award of $45.4 million in favor of...
NAPCO announces availability of Prima Security device
October 5, 2023SSN Staff
AMITYVILLE, N.Y. – Napco Security Technologies has announced the immediate availability of its Prima Security/Video/Automation All-in-One Super Panel and accessories line at all leading Distributors in North America.
Napco’s Prima 7” Super Panel, is a slim profile all-in-one 7” panel that controls security, fire, HD Video, and Z-Wave smart automation. Napco touted its easy 5-minute installation as a leading feature. Prima includes consumer features, such as voice...
Ring seemingly hit by ransomware group
March 14, 2023Ken Showers, Managing Editor
SANTA MONICA, Calif. – Ransomware gang ALPHV has claimed to have breached Ring LLC and is threatening the release of its data.
News began making the rounds on March 13 that the video doorbell and security camera company had been breached by the group who left the message, “There’s always the option to let us leak your data.” In response Ring has denied the breach to various news outlets, stating instead the victim was a third-party vendor, however reporting by Joseph...
DMP releases 7-inch touchscreen keypad
March 9, 2023SSN Staff
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Digital Monitoring Products (DMP) has announced the release of its newest touchscreen keypad for residential and commercial applications.
The new keypad is compatible with all of DMP’s XR and XT Series panels and comes fully loaded with features like live and recorded video viewing, V-4061 video doorbell integration, and easy arming access on one screen among others.
“This new keypad provides security, video, and automation, all in a large-format touchscreen,”...
Lindo upgraded Dual Camera Video Doorbell now available
December 28, 2022SSN Staff
DOVER, Del. – Smart home security brand Lindo announced that its Kickstarter-backed Dual Camera Video Doorbell was successful and is now available for purchase on Amazon.
Featuring two cameras facing the doorway and downward to remove blind spots, the Dual Camera Video Doorbell reached its funding goal in September and managed its scheduled delivery to backers who provided good feedback for the product.
As a result, Lindo has upgraded its camera with the following...
Looking back to look forward at ISC West 2020
February 26, 2020Ginger Hill
Having had the privilege of attending three shows during February, I've heard this phrase most: “It's hard to believe that ISC West is already here!” And, quite frankly, I couldn't agree more!
As I think back to last year's ISC West, there were three key trends that resonated with me: 1. deep learning, artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML); 2. video doorbells; and 3. RMR for integrators.
Last year, right after ISC West, I reached out to some experts...
The debate continues: do video doorbells invade privacy?
September 18, 2019Ginger Hill
As a security journalist, I hate to admit that I'm a bit torn on the whole privacy vs. security of video doorbells and whether it's unethical or not. I mean, I should take a stand, right? Either I support video doorbells or I don't but, I really do see both sides of this hot debate.
Here's an example: My mom lives alone and is a very spry 73-year-old who is quite capable of looking through the peephole of her door to see who's knocking on it. However, should someone cover her...
LifeShield HD Video Doorbell camera makes its debut
July 11, 2019
LANGHORNE, Pa.—Recently acquired by ADT, LifeShield added the LifeShield HD, Wi-Fi-connected video doorbell to its professionally monitored, DIY smart home security product offerings. Complementing the brand's “Build Your Own Set” package, consumers can tailor a security system to fit their smart home needs.According to the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), theft makes up more than three-quarters of all reported crime and results from a survey...