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Save $80 on a Nest doorbell as part of these Labor Day security camera deals

ZDNET lists the best early Labor Day deals on security cameras that US vendors have to offer.

1 day ago by Charlie Osborne in Home Security

The Echo Show 15 is down to its lowest price ever on Amazon

Amazon's largest and most comprehensive screen can help you plan meals, keep track of your calendar, and even stream TV shows. At 24% off, it's a great deal.

August 20, 2022 by Rebecca Isaacs in Smart Home

The 5 best dash cams: Peace of mind while on the road

Our expert pick for the best dash cam is the Vantrue N2 Pro for its 1440p resolution recording, infrared night vision, motion detection, and dual view recording. Dash cams are a great tool for new and experienced drivers to record evidence of accidents and vehicle break-ins.

August 19, 2022 by Taylor Clemons in Photo & Video

The 6 best home automation systems: Put your home on auto-pilot

What is the best home automation system? SmartThings is ZDNET's top choice because it seamlessly combines an intuitive user interface with reliable automation power. But it's not the only one; other home automation systems from Apple, Google, IFTTT, Home Assistant, and Amazon are all vying for the top spot.

August 17, 2022 by Maria Diaz in Home Security

Best Buy's anniversary sale is here, and these are our top deal picks

From earbuds to a Dyson vacuum, you can get some of the best deals at Best Buy right now. You'll have to act fast though, as the sale ends on Aug. 14.

August 13, 2022 by Rebecca Isaacs in Deals

Yale Assure Lock SL review: Never get locked out again

Making your home work smarter, not harder is par for the course in 2022. This smart lock comes with a seriously cool recovery feature if the battery dies.

August 11, 2022 by Maria Diaz in Smart Home

How to unlock the Yale Assure Lock SL when the batteries die

This feature is brilliant.

August 11, 2022 by Maria Diaz in Smart Home

Need a password manager? Get Dashlane Premium for 3 months for just $1

It can be hard to keep track of passwords these days. With a special code, you can get a password manager for an unusually great price.

August 11, 2022 by Rebecca Isaacs in Password Manager

The 5 best encrypted messaging apps: Keep your chats private

What is the best encrypted messaging app? Our expert pick is Signal due to its open source technology and compatibility with many operating systems. ZDNet analyzed apps offering end-to-end encryption to come up with the best encrypted app and a few viable alternatives.

July 30, 2022 by Allison Murray in Services & Software

Best Buy is selling two Blink indoor security cameras for just $30

With this sale, you can protect your home for a fraction of the regular price.

July 26, 2022 by Rebecca Isaacs in Home Security

Get a smart DIY security system with easy setup for just $70

This smart, easy $70 DIY security system protects yourself and your home.

July 17, 2022 by StackCommerce in Deals

The best Amazon Prime Day Ring and Blink deals (Update: Expired)

What is the best Amazon Prime Day 2022 Ring or Blink deal? The Blink video doorbell is 30% off right now, so this is your chance to get a video doorbell for only $34.

July 14, 2022 by Maria Diaz in Home Security