If you want to keep an eye on your home—whether you're worried about burglars or just worried about the dog getting into places it shouldn't—this super simple DIY alarm will send you an SMS message ...

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Designed for apartments, condos, and small homes, the five-piece Ring Alarm Security Kit comes with a base station, a keypad, ...

Scout’s system is on the buggy side, and its limited sensor options are restrictive. It’s a philosophical question that I can’t answer for you: Is a budget home security system something you’re ...

Burglar alarms are security devices that many households wish they could have, but simply can't afford to get installed. The cost of getting professional systems setup can run with into the hundreds, ...

The motion sensor switch circuit can automatically turn on a water sprinkler but you can easily use it as a motion sensor light switch or motion activated alarm too. Before beginning the construction ...

Gesture-controlled gadgets were all the rage at CES back in January. I’m still not convinced it’s a good way to change TV channels, but it can’t hurt to learn how to program for a motion sensor.