French smart home vendor Somfy presents the Outdoor Camera-- a security offering complete with P54 certification for weather resistance, an integrated 110dB siren and compatibility with multiple home automation solutions.

First seen back at CES 2018, the outdoor camera can not only be integrated with Somfy's own TaHoma home automation system, but also with WorksWithNest ecosystems, IFTTT, Amazon Alexa and Google Home. It also features AI algorithms able to identify intruders, before automatically triggering the siren and notifying the homeowner on the Somfy Protect companion application.

Arlo announces a 4K UHD version of its wireless security camera system-- the Ultra, a security camera complete with HDR, advanced image processing and even a built-in spotlight for colour night vision.

According to the company the 4K sensor inside the Ultra provides additional detail and clarity, allowing users to further zoom into videos to check license plates, clothing and other telling details. The panoramic 180-degree field of view is the widest in an Arlo camera yet, and allows for more flexibility when placing the camera.

Crestron announces ekey Biometric Systems, a leading provider of fingerprint access solutions, is an official integration partner-- meaning the sleek wall-mounted ekey finger scanners integrate seamlessly with Crestron 3-Series control systems.

Thus, Crestron installers can add convenient one-touch door entry to smart home designs. Fingerprint door entry also enhances security by eliminating hackable 4-digit codes, as well as the possibility of key or access card forgery. ekey adds the system can even detect the growth of children's fingers, minor injuries and habit changes, and allows building control systems to keep track of who is coming in.

Smart home security vendor Abode launches the Iota-- an all-in-one security device bringing together a 1080p security camera, motion sensor and home security gateway in a single devices.

First seen back at CES 2018, the Iota is designed to enable more flexibility in security system design. It works as either a standalone device or as part of a wider Adobe security system, with support for Z-Wave, ZigBee and RF connectivity support allowing it to pair with compatible devices, as well as products from the likes of Nest, Ecobee, Philips Hue and LifX, among others.