These Gadgets will Protect Your Home While you Travel

Are you worried about the security of your home while you travel this holiday season?  Before you take that trip to see family or head south for vacation, make sure your home is equipped with these gadgets:

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Video Surveillence

Ring makes a family of smart home security devices that you can access on the go.  You can receive alerts on your smart phone if there’s motion in your yard or at your front door and see video recordings of what’s going on…all from your cabana.

Ring Doorbell

Ring Floodlight Camera

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Home Security System

If you’re looking for alerts in case of invasion this system is top notch.  Look no further:

Ring Home Security System

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Automated Lights

For a little less money, you can switch out some lightbulbs for these smart bulbs.  As long as you have WiFi in your home, you can control these lights from anywhere in the world with an app.  You can even set randomized timers and make if appear like you’re home.

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Smoke & CO2 Detectors

This smart smoke and carbon monoxide alarm protects your home from fire and gas leaks even while you’re away.  

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Smart Thermostat

Did you forget to turn the temperature down before leaving on your trip?  Don’t worry about your energy bill while you’re on vacation.  Follow the easy installation guide and setup one of these smart thermostats.  On your way home from your trip you can set it to the temp you want and feel comfortable as soon as you walk in the door.