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Arlo video doorbells and security cameras are up to half off
Folks on the lookout for a new video doorbell or home security camera might be interested in checking out the latest sale on Arlo gear. You can snap up the devices for up to half off at the minute.
Arlo will stop supporting some of its older security cameras starting in April
Arlo has sent out emails to announce the new policy and the first products to be affected: the Generation 3 (VMC3030) and Pro (VMC4030) cameras.
Apple's second-gen AirPods drop to $100, plus the best early Prime Day deals you can get now
This week's best tech deals include Apple's second-generation AirPods for $100, the Razer Kishi game controller for $55 and Amazon's 55-inch Omni Fire smart TV for $300.
Arlo's Security System has a keypad you can activate with a tap of your phone
At CES 2022, Arlo introduced a security system that includes an all-in-one multi-sensor with eight monitoring functions.
A bunch of robot vacuums and smart home gadgets are on sale for Black Friday
Here are the best smart home and kitchen deals for Black Friday, including discounts on Instant Pots, robot vacuums, smart lights and more.
Arlo’s latest LTE camera is cheaper and captures 1080p footage
The Arlo Go 2 is substantially cheaper than its predecessor and comes with new features.
The top tech deals in Best Buy's early Black Friday sale
Here's a list of the best tech deals in Best Buy's first early Black Friday sale of 2021.
The best deals on robot vacuums and smart home gadgets for Prime Day
Here's a list of the best Amazon Prime Day 2021 deals on robot vacuums, smart home devices and other home tech.
ICYMI: We test drive Volkswagen’s ID.4 EV crossover
Engadget's tech reviews from this week include Volkswagen's ID.4 EV, the Bose Sport Open earbuds and the Mila smart air purifier.
Arlo’s Video Doorbell and Pro 3 cameras helped me survive suburbia
The Arlo video doorbell and Pro 3 cameras helped Senior Editor Devindra Hardawar avoid package theft and keep an eye on his surroundings.
Arlo's latest cameras can run for up to six months on a single charge
The Pro 4 connects directly to WiFi, so it doesn't need a base station.
Arlo's Essential XL Spotlight camera can go a full year on a single battery charge
Arlo is adding two new models to its affordable Essential series of security cameras.
Arlo's wireless doorbell can do direct-to-mobile video calls
To better compete with rivals like Ring, Arlo has launched the Essential Video Doorbell, a wireless version of last year’s Video Doorbell.
Arlo Video Doorbell now takes commands from Google Assistant
Arlo's Video Doorbell now works with Google Assistant, not just Alexa, giving you a choice of how to answer your doorbell.
Arlo will require two-step sign-ins for its smart home devices
Arlo is following the leads of Nest and Ring in requiring tighter security for its smart home devices. It's warning customers that it'll require two-factor authentication for accounts by the end of 2020. As it explained in a support guide, you'll have to either respond to a push notification or a less secure text message whenever you sign in with a new device. Email security codes will be available as an "automatic back-up option."
Arlo's new floodlight security camera is completely wireless
Floodlight cameras are helpful for spotting (and ideally, deterring) intruders, but they typically require some kind of wiring. Even Ring's model still requires a link to a floodlight system. Arlo, however, thinks it can one-up its rivals. Its new Arlo Pro 3 Floodlight Camera is billed as the first truly wireless option of its kind -- you can put it where you need it without any messy connections. About the only hassle is having to recharge the battery.
Arlo's first video doorbell provides an extra-clear view of your porch
Arlo is jumping into the video doorbell arena just a year after releasing its first smart doorbell, and it's claiming to one-up rivals with some hard-to-find features. The simply-named Arlo Video Doorbell captures footage in an unusual (for doorbells) square aspect ratio, giving you a clearer view of your front porch than many rivals. You can see a visitor's entire body, or get a better look at the package they just left at your doorstep.
The best outdoor security camera
By Rachel Cericola This post was done in partnership with Wirecutter. When readers choose to buy Wirecutter's independently chosen editorial picks, Wirecutter and Engadget may earn affiliate commission. Read the full guide to outdoor security cameras. An outdoor security camera is a powerful deterrent to mischief makers and a convenient way to determine whether that thing going bump in the night is a friend, foe, or furry creature. We recommend the Google Nest Cam Outdoor for the job. It's fully weatherproof, and although you need a subscription to get person alerts, set Activity Zones, and store recordings, the Nest Cam Outdoor captures video 24/7, has person detection, and sends motion-activated smartphone alerts. The Nest Cam Outdoor's Wi-Fi camera includes everything a DIY surveillance camera should: crisp, 1080p video; a wide field of view; and two-way audio. The optional Nest Aware subscription (starting at $5 a month) gives you 24/7 recording, customizable Activity Zones, and person detection, which helps cut down on nuisance alerts. The Nest Cam has a weatherproof cord and plug, as well as a convenient mounting system that allows you to aim the device in any direction (however, the power cord limits placement options to areas within reach of an outlet or an electrical cable). Because Nest Aware records everything nonstop, if someone has Internet service with a data cap, it may be an issue. The corded version of the Logitech Circle 2 offers similar features to the Nest Cam. Along with Alexa and Google Assistant, it includes HomeKit support, which the Nest doesn't; it also includes 24 hours of free cloud storage, with an option to purchase more. But even if you get a subscription, the Circle 2 doesn't record 24/7 as the Nest Cam does. Also, the Circle 2's 10-foot power cord may be too short for some outdoor uses, so you may have to invest in a weatherproof extension cord. If you're more interested in checking on your kids or spotting packages than in keeping an eye out for prowlers, the Arlo Pro 2 is also a great pick. Although it can't record continuous motion (without a subscription) and often leaves gaps of a few seconds in between video clips—making it less desirable as a security camera—it is otherwise the best battery-powered unit we tested. It delivers an excellent image, clear two-way audio, practical smart-home integration, seven days of free cloud storage, and the option to add a USB drive for local video storage. For a fee, you can add person, animal, and vehicle detection and more cloud-based video storage. The Google Nest Cam IQ Outdoor is the most technologically advanced outdoor camera we've tested. It has a close-up tracking feature, which automatically zooms in on motion and then follows it around the field of view. To make those images clear, it has an 8-megapixel 4K sensor, HDR (high dynamic range), and 12 x digital zoom. It can distinguish between general motion and people, so it cuts down on false alarms, and it can even identify people you've labeled (after a learning period). But like all Nest cameras, this one requires the Nest Aware service to do anything beyond live viewing.
Arlo's Pro 3 security cam offers HDR and color night vision options
Ahead of Amazon's September 25th event where the company could share new security cameras from Ring, Netgear's Arlo has announced its new Pro 3 cam. Thanks to a new image sensor, the Arlo Pro 3 captures footage at 2560x1440 (QHD) with support for HDR. It also includes a wider 160-degree field of view lens.
Arlo's 4K wireless security camera is rolling out worldwide
Arlo's 4K wireless security camera will finally be available worldwide and will also be easier to find in the US starting this week. The company originally released the security cam in the country in January this year, a month after it introduced the device. Now, Arlo Ultra is getting nationwide distribution through stores like Best Buy and is also making its way to retailers in other countries.
