Are you running a year or two behind on the smart speaker phenomenon? If so, you’re in luck: They’re still popular, and more dynamic than ever. If your family plans to get its first Alexa, Google Home or Amazon Echo this holiday season, you’ll soon learn that as a smart home security system owner, you’ll be able to do more with your smart speaker device

The video doorbell becomes more popular every year because it takes home security to the next level, taking the power away from porch pirates and thieves. Strategy Analytics predicts that people all over the world will spend almost $8 million on smart home cameras in 2019, and that includes video doorbells. By 2023, global camera sales could surge to over 111 million units per year.

While Halloween is one of America’s most amusing holidays, it’s also a night filled with property crimes and plenty of mischief. However, your family won’t be scared this year because you’ve got a smart home security system that makes you look like a superhero.

Smart home video and security cameras provide homeowners with peace of mind. They let you know what’s going on at home when you aren’t there and are a great proactive security solution. If you’re new to smart home security, buying the right cameras can be tricky. So, here’s some information to help pick the right security solution for your family’s needs.

Everyday technology helps our lives become more and more integrated as we find more ways to make our lives run more smoothly and with more purpose. In fact, all the time we save using home automation on a daily basis is one of the ways we can cut away for a little guilt-free game time.

While the days of leaving your door unlocked might be gone, front door convenience and security does not have to be, thanks to home automation and smart security features. Today, technology offers the convenience we want and the security we need without sacrificing the warmth of a welcoming home.