Michael AnsaldoFreelance contributor, TechHive
Michael Ansaldo is veteran consumer and small-business technology journalist. He contributes regularly to TechHive and PCWorld.
Hive View review: Attractive design, average features
This security camera's singular "grab-and-go" design stands out, but its feature set is too basic for serious DIYers.
Nest Cam IQ Outdoor review: Nest's upgraded outdoor security camera is a winner
Nest follows the blueprint of the Nest Cam IQ indoor camera with its second outdoor model.
Ooma expands its DIY home security system
Ooma Home additions include a smart video camera, smoke alarm, siren, and automatic arming/disarming.
Airthings expands its radon-detecting ecosystem
The Airthings Wave Plus and Airthings Hub give users more visibility into their indoor air quality.
Canary to offer a budget-priced smart security cam: The $99 Canary View
The home security company is also bringing Alexa skills and other new features to its product line.
The Schlage Sense smart deadbolt is getting Google Assistant support
One of our favorite smart locks soon be compatible with all three digital assistants: Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant.
Amazon Cloud Cam review: The gatekeeper for Amazon's in-home delivery is a swell security camera
This Alexa-enabled camera is well-suited for any home-security scenario, and it has strong ties to other Amazon products.
UK smart home brand Hive announces its first smart indoor camera, the Hive View
The new camera is the centerpiece of a new security-centric smart home pack.
Ella brings smart searching to home security cameras
A new deep learning engine from surveillance equipment manufacturer IC Realtime lets you tag and search relevant video footage using natural language.
Remo+ Doorcam review: This wireless security camera hangs on your front door
This easy-to-install alternative to a doorbell cam alerts you to visitors and lets you talk with them even when you're not at home.
WyzeCam review: $20 home security camera is a real steal
This unassuming cube packs the most popular features of cameras 10 times its price.
The HPA250B optimizes its air cleaning based on the amount of irritants in your environment.
Netgear Arlo Pro 2 review: This already impressive indoor/outdoor security camera gets better
The second-generation Arlo Pro comes with higher resolution, improved motion detection, and more flexible installation options.
The panoramic view is unique, but the accompanying app is poorly designed and subject to frequent crashes.
D-Link Omna 180 Cam HD review: The first HomeKit-certified security camera
The Omna plays nice with other HomeKit accessories and Siri commands.