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The Logi Circle Dropcam-Alike

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Logitech announces the Logi Circle-- a Dropcam-style home monitoring camera and companion app combo customers can unplug to stream video from anywhere in the house for up to 3 hours.

Logi CircleA second product in the Logi line (after a set of iPad cases), the Circle is a small round camera the size of a tennis ball. It streams 720p video to the companion iOS/Android mobile device app, as well as 2-way audio feature (allows users to both listen and speak through the camera) and motion detection complete with app push notifications.

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Schlage Presents HomeKit-Enabled Deadbolt

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Schlage announces the Sense Smart Deadbolt-- a Bluetooth-enabled door lock featuring built-in end-to-end encryption and Apple HomeKit compatibility, allowing users to open doors via iDevices and Siri voice control.

Schlage Sens Users can manage and schedule up to 30 deadbolt access codes via companion app. The app handles code creation and deletion, lock status, activity viewing, setting updates and battery life checking, all without need for connection to a home automation system or monthly subscription charges.

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Panasonic and Allianz Team Up in Security

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Panasonic and Allianz Worldwide Partnership combine smart home and assistance services expertise in an integrated security solution protecting against break-ins, glass/window breakage and water leaks.

Panasonic AllianzDubbed "Panasonic Smart Home & Allianz Assist," the service connects Panasonic Smart Home monitoring and control systems with Allianz home protection services. In event of incident (motion detection, glass breakage, water leakage) the Panasonic system sends a sensor alert to customer mobile devices, activates the indoor siren and notifies the Allianz Global Assistance (AGA) service centre.

In turn the service centre informs designated person(s) and manages the limitation of home damage by sending a craftsman to the property or alerting security services in case of burglary. A locksmith service is also included.

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Smanos Debuts Wifi Alarm System, Camera

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Security vendor Smanos announces the European availability of the W020 Wifi Alarm System and the IP6 HD Wifi Camera, a pair of devices first announced back at CeBIT 2015 in Hannover, Germany.

Smanos securityThe W020 is a next generation wireless security hub. It connects to a wide array of wireless sensors and accessories, including door/window contacts, PIR motion sensors, security cameras, and flood, gas and smoke detectors, making it deal for consumer and SMB customers.

It not only alerts others to intrusions or environmental anomalies but also sends push notifications to mobile devices. Setup is simple, since one only needs to plug in the power, download the free iOS or Android app, set up wifi with Smart Link and pair wireless sensors or accessories.

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August Lock Control Via Apple Watch

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Smartwatch ControlFront door control reaches the wrists as the August Smart Lock gets Apple Watch support via iOS app update, allowing users to lock and unlock the devices with "just a swipe and a tap."

The Apple Watch app is more or less identical to its iPhone sibling. As well as locking and unlocking it also provides a recent activity log and real time notifications whenever the door is unlocked.

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Leviton Intros Omni Security, Automation

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Leviton announces the EN50131 and PD6662 compliant Omni product family with European versions of the OmniPro II, Omni II3 and Omni LTe controllers and a Tamper Kit for Omni security consoles.

Leviton securityThe Omni solution is a residential and small commercial focused system bridging multiple protocols, including hard-wired and wireless, covering hundreds of connected devices in various applications. It connects security devices, thermostats, light switches telephone and backup battery with 5 built-in ports for additional control devices.

Controllers are EN50131 Grade 2 and PD6662 compliant for security and intrusion, coordinating security, energy and entertainment functionality. The EN50131 versions add tamper switches to controller enclosures, ensuring doors remain closed and the enclosure remains installed against a solid surface.

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Nest Intros Cam, Protect Upgrade

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Google-owned home automation vendor Nest presents the Nest Cam internet-streaming home security camera, together with a second-generation Protect smoke detector and updated iOS and Android apps.

Nest CamEssentially a rebranded Dropcam Pro (the result of Nest buying Dropcam a year ago), the Nest Cam features a few improvements in the shape of 1080p video recording, better night vision and the addition of a rare-earth magnet in the bottom. Users can save up to 30 days of video on the "Nest Aware" cloud (requires subscription) and create Activity Zones for specific alerts.

One can also stream video directly to YouTube Live, and the company promises video security through the use of a 2040-bit RSA key and a 128-bit SSL connections.

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