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1 D-Link Omna 180 $200 dlink.com
> The Omna 180 supports Apple’s HomeKit platform. As well as providing 1080p resolution, night vision, and a 180-degree wideangle lens, the camera can be used to control other HomeKit-compatible devices, such as Philips Hue light bulbs or the various sensors in Elgato’s Eve range.
2 Netatmo Tags $99 netatmo.com
> These contact sensors provide a quick and easy way of extending the Netatmo Welcome security system. You need the Welcome camera in order to control the tags, but three tags for a hundred bucks means you can cover a number of locations in your home fairly inexpensively.
3 Panasonic smart Home Monitoring system $68 panasonic.com
> This bundle of smart devices includes two window/door sensors, a motion sensor, a smart plug, and the hub unit. There’s an iOS app available, though the kit also includes a “remote control” handset, which can be used as a phone.
4 SAMSUNG SmartThings HOMEMONITORING KIT $249 samsung.com
> Samsung’s starter pack provides motion, contact, and multipurpose sensors, plus a smart plug. You can add the SmartCam HD Pro as an extra, and the kit works with some other manufacturers’ products, so it’s a good option for mix-and-match security.
5 Yale linus $TBC yalehome.com
> This new secure, key-free lock from Yale – due in the first half of the year – is a coproduction with Nest, and works with its range of devices should you own any of them. Using your iPhone, you can lock and unlock your doors, give guests passcodes, and see who’s coming and going at any point.