Transform your old smartphone into a cost-effective home security camera. By downloading a third-party app, you can repurpose unused devices to monitor your home, children, or pets. This simple DIY ...

Old smartphones usually end up tucked in a drawer somewhere, but you can easily repurpose them into a quick and basic ...

Beneath the mild-mannered facade of a regular, everyday voice assistant, Alexa has an alter-ego -- a crime-fighter, you could say -- that can be summoned with the flip of a toggle found deep within ...

When you purchase a home security system, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to spring for live professional monitoring. This service can add significantly to the total cost of the ...