Contrary to popular belief, most property crimes—including burglaries and package theft—happen during the day, not under cover of darkness. But night still brings unique challenges: fewer people ...

There's no universal answer to how long home security cameras keep footage. It mostly depends on how the camera records and where the data is stored. On average, most home setups keep footage between ...

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Do security cameras actually deter crime, or are they just silent watchers? I can provide insights and guidance to help you understand the effectiveness of security cameras in crime prevention. As a ...

These days, there are cameras everywhere, and I’m not talking about the smartphone in your pocket that you consciously pull out to take a snap or a video. I’m talking about surveillance cameras. From ...

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Ring is one of the biggest names in smart home security. Owned by Amazon, Ring is best known for its video doorbells, but also produces a range of indoor and outdoor security cameras, along with ...