10 Cool Crowdfunded Home Security Gadgets
It takes more than a great idea and motivation to get a product on the market. What inventors also require is funds and a lot of it. These days, one of the surest ways to secure the monies necessary is to start a crowdfunded campaign. Out of successful crowdfunded campaigns have come some of the best home security gadgets out there.
If you’re ready to manage your home security needs, then check out some of the best crowdfunded gadgets that have made it to the market:
Peeple
If your front door has a peep hole and you’re concerned about people who come to your door, then Peeple is an excellent security gadget to have on hand – or more correctly, within the peep hole of your door. Every time someone comes to your door, the gadget snaps an image and sends it to your phone. This way, you can monitor visitors and ensure that you’re only answering if you know the individual.
Stats: released by Kickstarter, battery lasts about 6 months before you need to change it, requires a Wi-Fi connection.
back to menu ↑Canary Smart Home Security
Started by IndieGoGo platform and a crowdfund that generated $1.9 million, the Canary Smart Home Security gadget is a small security device. The device contains an HD video camera and sensors that gauges that air temperature and pollution.
back to menu ↑Blink Wireless HD
A home monitoring system like Blink is invaluable to homeowners. This monitoring system is simple to set up, it’s stylish, and it is compatible with iOS and Android devices. Blink works to monitor your entryways and windows and upon detection of movement, a video is streamed to your mobile device.
Cool features: instant alerts, turns on instantly, temperature sensor, microphone, night vision.
back to menu ↑Soap: All-in-One Router
Home security goes beyond detection and video streaming, it also extends to network privacy. Soap is a wireless home management system that allows you to alter settings in your home network. This enables you to keep your data protected against those who want to snatch it.
back to menu ↑Cocoon
If you’re looking for one of the simplest ways to manage your home security, then Cocoon is a tool that you should add to your collection. With the HD camera peering from the aesthetic gray ball, the device learns who should regularly be in the space and who shouldn’t. After learning what’s normal in your home, the device will notify you when there is a deviation from the norm.
back to menu ↑CleverLoop
Similar to Cocoon, CleverLoop also learns what is normal and your home and what isn’t. With this device though, everything streamed is sent to your phone in real time. Other neat features include: customization of cameras at different locations, the plan is free, privacy is protected.
back to menu ↑Sentri
Sentri is an undetectable security device. With this device, you’ll get notifications to your phone when there is motion and changes in air quality and temperature.
back to menu ↑BuddyGuard
BuddyGuard is a small is a tiny and intelligent device that protects your home at all hours of the day. Similar to the devices above, it uses a unique algorithm to detect the norms of your home. Upon noticing a change from the norm, it notifies your mobile device.
back to menu ↑Flic
Unlike most of the security devices above, Flic is a “smart button” that you can stick to anywhere. After connecting the device to your iOS or Android device, you can use your phone to take a picture, dim the lights, or even start a playlist. This way, you can easily monitor and configure your home to your needs.
back to menu ↑BeOn Home Protecting System
Lastly, there is BeOn, a home protecting system. This unique security device is made of little bulbs that emit light which can be placed around your home. The device will automatically turn on during a power outage to deter burglars from breaking-in to your home.
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Blink Smart Home HD Monitor & Alert System, 100% Wire-Free - 1 Camera
- Cameras are totally wire-free; powered by 2 AA Lithium batteries (included)
- 720p HD video capture and built-in motion detector; when motion detector is triggered, receive a short (5-10 second) video clip of the event
Blink Smart Home HD Monitor & Alert System, 100% Wire-Free - 2 Cameras
- Cameras are totally wire-free; powered by 2 AA Lithium batteries (included)
- 720p HD video capture and built-in motion detector; when motion detector is triggered, receive a short (5-10 second) video clip of the event
Canary All-in-One Home Security Device - White
- See and Hear: Stream real-time video of your home with Canary's 1080p HD camera, 147 degree wide-angle lens, automatic night vision, and high-quality audio.
- More Than a Camera: Protect your home with Canary's 90+ dB siren, motion-activated recording, auto-arm/disarm, and optional professional monitoring.
Canary All-in-One Home Security Device, Black
- See and Hear: Stream real-time video of your home with Canary's 1080p HD camera, 147 degree wide-angle lens, automatic night vision, and high-quality audio.
- More Than a Camera: Protect your home with Canary's 90+ dB siren, motion-activated recording, auto-arm/disarm, and optional professional monitoring.
Blink Smart Home HD Monitor & Alert System, 100% Wire-Free - 3 Cameras
- Cameras are totally wire-free; powered by 2 AA Lithium batteries (included)
- 720p HD video capture and built-in motion detector; when motion detector is triggered, receive a short (5-10 second) video clip of the event
Canary All-in-One Home Security Device - Silver
- See and Hear: Stream real-time video of your home with Canary's 1080p HD camera, 147 degree wide-angle lens, automatic night vision, and high-quality audio.
- More Than a Camera: Protect your home with Canary's 90+ dB siren, motion-activated recording, auto-arm/disarm, and optional professional monitoring.
BeON Home A21M100 Protection System
- Burglar deterrent when you are away from home
- Emergency lighting during smoke alarms and power outages
- Safety lighting, light when you enter your home or cross a dark room
Blink Smart Home HD Monitor & Alert System, 100% Wire-Free - 4 Cameras
- Cameras are totally wire-free; powered by 2 AA Lithium batteries (included)
- 720p HD video capture and built-in motion detector; when motion detector is triggered, receive a short (5-10 second) video clip of the event
Sentri All-In-One Home Monitoring (Pearl White)
- Simple Setup - Setup in seconds with no installation required (no cords, cables, or phones).
- Powerful Tech - Packed with everything you need to keep your home safer and smarter.
- Designed for You - Sleek hardware matched with a customizable background.
Blink Smart Home HD Monitor & Alert System, 100% Wire-Free - 5 Cameras
- Cameras are totally wire-free; powered by 2 AA Lithium batteries (included)
- 720p HD video capture and built-in motion detector; when motion detector is triggered, receive a short (5-10 second) video clip of the event
CleverLoop Base Station + 1 Indoor Camera + 1 Outdoor Camera
- CleverLoop is the next generation of intelligent HD video monitoring technology
- Rapid learning sorts important activity from unimportant movement and sends you instant alerts
- Indoor & outdoor cameras with night vision; geo-fencing and scheduling features for convenience
CleverLoop Home Video Security Monitoring System + 2 HD Indoor Wireless Camera Bundle, Clever Learning Technology Superior to Motion Detection
- CleverLoop is the next generation of intelligent HD video monitoring technology.
- Rapid learning sorts important activity from unimportant movement and sends you instant alerts.
- View live stream footage and store HD video locally and free on the cloud.
Canary All-In-One Home Security Device, 2-Pack, Black
- See and Hear: Stream real-time video of your home with Canary's 1080p HD camera, 147 degree wide-angle lens, automatic night vision, and high-quality audio.
- More Than a Camera: Protect your home with Canary's 90+ dB siren, motion-activated recording, auto-arm/disarm, and optional professional monitoring.
CleverLoop Base Station with 3 Indoor Cameras
- CleverLoop is the next generation of intelligent HD video monitoring technology
- Rapid learning sorts important activity from unimportant movement and sends you instant alerts
- View live stream footage and store HD video locally and free on the cloud
CleverLoop Home Video Security Monitoring System + 3 HD Outdoor Wireless Camera Bundle, Clever Learning Technology Superior to Motion Detection
- CleverLoop is the next generation of intelligent HD video monitoring technology.
- Rapid learning sorts important activity from unimportant movement and sends you instant alerts.
- View live stream footage and store HD video locally and free on the cloud.
CleverLoop Base Station + 2 Indoor Cameras + 1 Outdoor Camera
- All video analysis performed locally and privately
- CleverLoop is the next generation of intelligent HD video monitoring technology
- Rapid learning sorts important activity from unimportant movement and sends you instant alerts
