Like the Wyze Pan, the Iota starter kit by Abode deals in hard-hitting bank-level encryption, topping out at a much esteemed AES256 (one of the strongest encryption ratings a device can receive), from the app on your phone to the camera in your Iota gateway.
We at Trends are big fans of the look and feel of the glorious Pro 3, so it’s an even greater joy for us to know that by investing in an Arlo system, the team at Arlo invests right back into you and your data.Ībode Iota Gateway Cam Terry Walsh/Digital Trends On top of all this, Arlo’s 24/7 response team is always looking for suspicious activity on their servers, and when they find a wrongdoer, they shut them down. All live video feeds and recordings are heavily encrypted to ward off baddies. But that’s just the start.Īrlo follows industry-leading methods and practices designed to protect your account, employing such safeguards as two-factor authentication and access approval for new devices to verify your identity. Once you cancel, your recordings are automatically deleted from the cloud. For starters, Arlo stores your recorded video in their cloud for the duration of your Arlo plan. The system may not be the best bet for renters or other nonresidents, but for those settling into a new home or staying put at a long-term address, the peace of mind that Frontpoint offers simply can’t be beat.Īt Arlo, the protection of your personal data is paramount. In addition to encryption, the Slimline also comes standard with an SD card slot for local storage versus the Frontpoint cloud, as well as two-way audio, which means you can converse with guests (or warn off package thieves) while they’re at the front door.ĭo note that Frontpoint does require an annual subscription for even their most basic DIY packages (with prices starting around $199 per year). This often falls somewhere between 128 and 258-bit AES (advanced encryption standard), which means that Frontpoint is giving your data the finest white glove treatment. For device-level gatekeeping, the Slimline Doorbell Camera operates on bank-grade encryption (heavy encryption that financial institutions use to protect customer data). Hackers beware - the Frontpoint family never rests. Even if a hacker gets your badge, they won’t be able to use it.Īdd all of that beautiful gatekeeping lingo with the fact that this bad boy delivers the goods in crystal-clear HD (and rocks a sleek and responsive app), and it’s clear why Wyze gets to take home another Digital Trends laurel. It is the only ID badge that can buzz you inside of Wyze’s gates. Essentially, your Pan cam has a super-secret ID badge. Wyze employs asymmetric encryption and consistent hashing to help make sure your user data can’t be stolen.
In addition to the optionally free SD storage, the data shared between your Wyze Pan and your mobile device gets its own special treatment. We’ve covered this guy before, but there’s a worthy reason why we’re mentioning it again.
Blue also employs login failure lockout and password strength enforcement, and the camera comes equipped with an SD card slot to favor local storage over the ADT cloud.Īll Blue by ADT cameras are designed for easy DIY plug-and-play with no contracts, making these little gargoyles a sure bet for renters who can’t commit to a long-term address. This means that communication of data between your phone’s ADT app, other ADT devices, and the ADT cloud is under heavy lock and key, making it extremely difficult for hackers to break down your hardware. Right off the bat, all Blue cameras feature service-wide encryption.
Blue by ADT Indoor CameraĪDT has long been the gleaming white knight of residential and commercial security, so it’s no surprise that this $199 smart indoor camera boasts some of the finest user protection features available. We’ve gathered up the top contenders to help you make the best choice for your home. That’s why you should focus on finding a system that’s as digitally secure as possible. In an age where technological advancements have made their way into home security systems, there’s an increased risk of these systems becoming susceptible to hackers.
Modern security cameras have come a long way, but they still have their weak points. Not only is home security a financial investment, but you want to ensure that your home is safe and secure. There’s a lot to consider when installing a security system in your home.