Home Security

Wi-Fi security usually means keeping virtual intruders out, but a new system claims to use Wi-Fi networks to detect physical intruders. Gamgee’s Wi-Fi Home Alarm System can learn to recognize people who belong there and alert you to strangers.

The humble home security camera is now ready and willing to choose violence. This innovative machine uses AI to identify friends and family, and will pepper anyone else with paintballs – or tear gas rounds – at "ultra-high precision." Good lord.

For decades sci-fi has been promising us helpful home robots, but progress and uptake have been slow. Amazon may have heeded the call with Astro, its new Alexa-on-wheels – and whether this future is more The Jetsons or Black Mirror is up to you.

Robots are invading our homes more and more, but (so far at least) their intentions seem nice. Enabot’s latest home robot Ebo looks to give video calls a bit more mobility, letting remote users drop in, roam around and chat.

Amazon’s Ring has announced a new home security camera called the Ring Always Home Cam, mounted on a drone that can fly a preset path to check for intruders, open windows or left-on ovens. But of course, it might be more trouble than it’s worth.

Arlo's new entry-level, wireless home security camera packs everything a basic user will need into a simple, user-friendly unit at an affordable price. The only drawbacks are a couple of minor inconveniences and a monthly fee.

Amazon's Ring has announced that the second generation of its home security system is now available for pre-order. The Ring Alarm comes with sleeker sensors and a keypad that offers quick access to emergency services.

While smart door locks do have some useful features, swapping your existing locks for smart ones certainly is a hassle. Yeeuu's K1 Smart Lock Box offers an alternative, by bringing smart functionality to "dumb" locks.

Trifo's new Lucy robot vacuum is a clever little gadget that combines home cleaning with autonomous security patrolling thanks to its 1080p, high dynamic range camera and AI-enabled autonomous operation.

Most home security cameras are either mounted to a wall or sat on shelves, which can rather spoil the living room aesthetic. Panasonic's latest addition to its HomeHawk range is designed to fit in with the decor by integrating a security camera into an ambient floor lamp.

​As you break out your keys to open the front door, there's a good chance that the door's lock is made by Yale. But the company doesn't just make locks, and has just released an All-in-One outdoor camera that deters would-be intruders with light and sound. And it comes with voice control too.​

At CES this week Ring is aiming for renters with the new Door View Cam. This battery-powered video doorbell is designed to slot into an existing peephole, so it can be easily installed and removed later.