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31 March 2020

Tips for Buying a Home Security Camera

Why invest in a home security camera

Currently, it is difficult to think of a place that does not have a camera. It has become the norm to use surveillance cameras with the purpose of monitoring and people enter your property. Although they are mostly seen in public places, they are growing in popularity at homes as well.

It is a good idea to invest in a home security camera for the following;

  • You want to monitor your children in and around the house
  • Keep an eye on your property in your absence
  • Prevent home invasions
  • Helpful in case of a criminal activity
  • Cloud storage and remote playback
  • Reduces the need for home insurance or lowers the premium rate
  • Peace of mind

Tips for buying a home security camera

Here are some of the things you should look for before purchasing a home security camera;

  • Choose a camera, depending on where you plan to use it. Outdoor and indoor cameras can differ in features and functions. While both are useful, the outdoor cameras will require special features such as being weather-resistant.
  • You may have to check if your internet bandwidth is compatible with the type of camera you choose.
  • It is better to get it integrated with a home automation system.
  • Field of view determines how much you can see what is happening. Bullet cameras generally have a small area of light while a dome camera has a broader range of vision.
  • Choosing between wired and wireless is also something to consider. If choosing WiFi Cameras on its own you will need to assess the strength of your broadband outside the home.
  • Some home security cameras do not have an audio capture option. So you may need to look into that if you want that option.
  • Check customer reviews and testimonials to check the reliability of a home security camera.

Features of GoKonnect Smart Home Cameras

  • Mobile app — Much more than just an app, We give real-time motion detection alerts, easy share of clips to your family and friends, Cloud storage, tablet and desktop.
  • Live streaming — live streaming can let you see in real-time what's happening at your home.
  • Night vision — a useful feature if you want to monitor outside your home at night
  • Two-way talk — this feature enables you to communicate with people on the other side of the camera.
  • AI Motion detection alerts – We use the latest in motion detection technology, AI motion detection meanings out home security cameras will let you know If it’s a person, vehicle or animal outside your home in real-time.

Home security is all about your peace of mind, so do your research and make an informed decision as this isn’t something that should be taken casually. In addition to providing safety, it could save you a lot of stress and be an investment in the long-term comfort of your own home.

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