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RING GEN 4

This fourth-gen video doorbell has better Wi-Fi than before and lots of useful features for ensuring you never miss a moment at your front door – so you can easily tell the difference between couriers, carol singers and Carol from next door. We love the Quick Replies, which give you six preset responses you can trigger when the bell rings. $329, ring.com

ECHO SHOW 10

The third generation Amazon Echo Show is designed with motion in mind: its 10.1-inch screen moves to keep you in focus when you’re chatting, and to keep things visible when you’re using your device as a recipe book or streaming a video. The Echo connects to other Zigbee devices and doubles as a security camera when you’re not in your house. $399, amazon.com.au

FURBO DOG CAMERA

Ever wished you could treat your dog when you can’t be at home? Furbo has the pet cam for you. It isn’t just a monitor with two-way audio, although you can indeed use that to confirm who is the best boy or girl. It’s also a treat-tossing, Alexa-compatible dog snack dispenser you can control from your phone; image quality is great as well. $359, shopau.furbo.com

ARLO ESSENTIAL SPOTLIGHT CAMERA

If you’re looking for a fuss-free wireless security camera to keep an eye on your pets, your presents or your property, the Arlo Essential is an excellent buy. It runs for six months between charges, it connects to your Wi-Fi and it shoots 1080p video with good colour vision. It’s easy to set up and use too. $199, arlo.com

RAZER KIYO

No matter who you’re calling over the Christmas holidays, you can ensure they see you at your very best with this clever little webcam. It’s only 720p resolution but it makes up for that by including a bright ring light that makes you look great when you’re chatting or streaming. It’s easy to adjust and you can save multiple presets for different times or tasks. $119, razer.com