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Your Guide to Smart Home Security and Devices You Can Trust from SM Supermalls
Posted by SM Supermalls on October 29, 2024
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Posted by SM Supermalls on October 29, 2024
Hey there, SM Fam! Let's talk about our abodes for a sec. Remember all those times we spent sprucing them up? The fun of choosing new paint colors, shopping for trendy furniture finds (Team Modern or Team Classic?) at IKEA, or maybe that time when you bought stuff from The SM Store for that cute WFH corner and a coffee station in case you needed a quick pick-me-up moment? ☕️ So much has changed since we started spending more time at home, right?
But there's one upgrade that might have slipped your mind: home security. Gone are the days when it felt like only celebrities had fancy alarm systems. Now, everyone can feel safe and secure, whether you're running errands or just chilling for the night. Plus, with the holidays creeping up on us (eek!), it's the perfect time to finally invest in a home security system or give your current one a much-needed upgrade!
As we gear up for the Merriest Christmas here at SM, let SM Supermalls and SM Cyberzone help make sure that your havens are as comfy AND secure as possible.
But first—what do I need to consider when buying home security devices?
With so many home security devices available, it can be tough to know where to start. To make things easier, here are some questions that you should consider in order to choose the best set-up for your home.
What level of security do you need?
Consider your current location and living environment. Is your area prone to burglary or theft? Are you frequently away from home? Which areas of your house need coverage? The higher your risk to outside threats, the more robust your home security system should be.
If you want to make sure every nook and cranny of your house is well-monitored, the Tapo Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security WiFi Camera would be the perfect device to get.
Get panoramic coverage of up to 2K in resolution with this Tapo Outdoor Pan/Tilt Home Security Wi-Fi Camera
Tapo is one of the tech brands that offer reliable performances. For instance, this Tapo Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security WiFi Camera captures videos in 1080P Full HD resolution! This means that you get clear video footage, so it’s easier to identify faces, objects, or any unusual activities.
Other special features of the Tapo Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security WiFi Camera are:
Get the Tapo Outdoor Pan/Tilt Security WiFi Camera from Octagon and Silicon Valley located inside SM Cyberzone.
How much are you allocating for this project?
When working with a limited budget, you have to balance cost with functionality. There are many affordable devices out there that still provide basic security, but they might lack certain advanced features like night view or smart integration. On the flip side, going all-out in protecting your house will require a bigger budget.
One of the very basic—and inexpensive—home security devices you can easily buy is a motion sensor light bulb, like the Firefly Pro Series LED Infrared Motion Sensor, which you can get from any ACE Hardware.
Even simple signages, like this one from Rover Systems, can be an affordable way to deter criminals.
When intruders see this sign, they will think twice about breaking into your homes.
Once they see this sign, they will think twice knowing that their moves are being monitored by your CCTV cameras. These CCTV decal stickers are available at Rover Systems, which you can find inside SM Cyberzone too.
But if you’re really looking for a reliable CCTV camera that is also friendly on the pocket, consider the IMOU Cue 2C.
Light and compact, IMOU Cue 2C is perfect as an indoor CCTV camera.
Due to being lightweight, you can install this anywhere inside your home—from ceilings, to walls, to even tabletops. Its camera also captures footage in 1080P Full HD and has a super wide viewing angle, so you can capture clearer images in a single frame. Its night vision mode automatically turns on in low light conditions to capture clear images even in darkness, and automatically turns off when there is ample light in the space being monitored.
Get the IMOU Cue 2C from Octagon, which is also located inside SM Cyberzone.
If you have a bigger budget, you can also invest in the Yale 5-in-1 Access Smart Lock.
Yale 5-in-1 Access Smart Lock ensures that you—and only YOU—can access your door.
Even padlocks have kept up with the times and are now high-tech! Yale has been a trusted brand when it comes to locks, so theri 5-in-1 Access Smart Lock is surely reliable. With this, you can now lock and unlock your doors with a PIN code, via biometrics, through a card key, or through the app on your mobile phone. But what’s good about this device is that you still have a mechanical key, which will work on that 0.01% chance that a tech mishap might happen.
Get the Yale 5-in-1 Access Smart Lock and other Yale home security devices from the Yale Smart Shops at an SM Mall near you.
Do you want it wired or wireless?
Wired devices are more reliable, but might require the help of professionals when it comes to installations—especially when it comes to the cabling. Wireless devices are easier to install, but mostly might require battery changes every now and then. One of the wireless CCTV cameras out there is Rover System’s WiFi 1080P HD Wireless Camera.
This Wireless Camera can be mounted anywhere in your home!
Aside from being able to record video footage in 1080P Full HD resolution, you can also monitor activities from your mobile phone through an app that is available both on Android and iOS devices. The biggest draw of this device is that i t can be installed anywhere due to its wireless nature. However, it has to be connected to a Network Video Recorder (NVR), which is a device sold separately but also available from Rover Systems.
Get this wireless camera and the NVR system from Rover Systems, which you can find inside SM Cyberzone.
What are the other additional expenses that I may incur?
Many security devices have smart home integrations, However, if you don’t have any smart devices yet, then you will need to also spring for a Google Home, an Amazon Alexa, or an Apple HomeKit. As mentioned earlier, wireless devices may require battery changes, so stocking up on the compatible batteries should also form part of your budget. Lastly, storage devices—like an SD Card or a Cloud subscription—must be considered too.
The Xiaomi Smart Doorbell 3, for example, allows you to store footage on the cloud, so you don’t have to get an SD card for storage.
The two-way audio on this smart video doorbell lets you speak to anyone who’s at the door—
or call out those who shouldn’t be there.
With this smart video doorbell, you get high-definition videos so you are able to clearly identify who is at your front door. The 180° ultra-wide view also allows you to see more of what’s happening at your front door with very minimal blindspots. It also comes with a two-way audio system, so you are able to speak to anyone who is by the door—or call out those who shouldn’t be there! And if people try to remove the doorbell, you will instantly be alerted and an alarm will sound off. It works with Google Home and Amazon Alexa too!
Get the Xiaomi Smart Doorbell 3 at the MI Stores located inside SM Cyberzone.
Lastly, how secure is my data?
Not only should you protect your home, you should also protect your data. When looking for devices to buy, look for features like encryption and password protection to prevent hacking, especially when choosing to go for a cloud-based storage.
As burglars and thieves get more sophisticated, it’s crucial that we step up our security as well. Make the upcoming Christmas Season your Merriest Christmas ever by investing in reliable security devices to keep our homes safe and secure to protect your loved ones and maintain your peace of mind. At SM Supermalls—especially in SM Cyberzone—we offer a wide range of home security solutions to help you do just that. Visit us today and explore the many options available to safeguard your home.
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