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7 smart home devices you need to keep your home safe during the holidays

If you're traveling for the holidays, these seven smart home devices can help you keep tabs on your house while you're away.

7 smart home devices you need to keep your home safe during the holidays

As the holiday season approaches, it's crucial to safeguard your home from any potential threats. Smart home devices can help you monitor your property, even when you're away. Outdoor security cameras are a must-have, offering wide-angle views and the ability to zoom in on details. Eufy's S340 Outdoor Solar Powered 3K PTZ Security Camera provides a wide and zoomed view, while Blink's 2K+ Wireless Smart Security Camera, available at a discounted price, offers excellent 2K resolution and lasts up to two years without battery replacement.

For indoor spaces, the Mini Pan-Tilt 2K+ camera can track moving subjects, and the Battery Doorbell 2K, priced at $39, provides 2K video and two-way talk. Inside your home, a smart lock allows you to grant temporary access to guests and receive notifications when someone enters or exits your property.

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