Take Control of Home Security Cameras

Use Smart Home Ecosystems for Control

Many cameras work within an ecosystem of devices, like smart switches, bulbs, sensors, alarms, and more. There are ever more of these systems, some of which are particular to one company and some open to all hardware manufacturers.

These systems typically let you not just control devices individually, such as turning a switch off and on with a tap or viewing the streaming feed from a camera, but also group devices together and schedule them. This can let you create a living room group to turn lights and your A/V system on or off with one virtual switch.

You might also want your furnace to kick in at 5 P.M. if it’s below 68° F (20° C), have the porch light and front walk’s lights turn on, and start music ...