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Consumer Tech: August Edition

Written by Katherine Creeden | Aug 24, 2015 1:00:00 PM

This month, we’re bringing you our favorite security technology. School is around the corner, leaving your house once again empty during the day. These devices can help ensure your home is safe while you’re away. We’ve rounded up our favorites all under $300.

 

Piper

Piper allows you to manage and connect with your home. It is capable of providing security, videos, and automation. Piper is equipped with a 180 degree live video feed to watch your home while you are away. It even has the ability to send footage to your phone when doors are opened or rooms are entered. Piper can be customized to fit your exact needs. Piper can control lights and appliances while you’re gone. All you have to do is download the Piper app and set up your Wi-Fi. You can connect up to 5 Pipers throughout your home. Piper comes in Piper classic retailing at $199 or Piper nv retailing at $279.

 

PEQ

PEQ grants you complete control over your home while you’re away. It has the ability to listen and respond to give you complete protection. You can install sensors, cameras, lights, locks, and a multitude of other smart home products to connect and protect your home. The PEQ service costs $9.99/month. While PEQ can be used with any smart home products, they also offer their own products. The PEQ starter kit retails at $119.99.

 

Belkin WeMo Switch + Motion

Wi-Fi enabled, the Belkin WeMo Switch + Motion allows you to wirelessly control your home appliances and electronics. You can turn on and off lights, electronics, and appliances as soon as movement is detected. The sensor can easily be plugged into outlets and can detect motion up to 10 feet away. For example, you can set your WeMo up to turn on/off a light when you walk in/out of a room. You can control as much as you want, or as little as you want. Multiple switches can be controlled by one sensor. When setting up your WeMo Switch + Motion, make sure they’re plugged into separate outlets. The WeMo app is free while the WeMo Switch + Motion retails at $79.99.

Do you have any other favorite home security products? Let us know in the comments below!