[optv13sp]

Does anyone have any advice for us regarding security cameras? We are going to install them on the front and back of our house outside and would appreciate any input about what brand/type and who installed them for you.
Feel free to post your response here or PM me. Thanks.

[goodtimesintv]

Are you going to have an alarm/siren that will scare off intruders so they don't enter your home and personal space?

[villagetinker]

If you are looking for DIY, Sams Club has a nice Samsung (I think) system, 4 cameras, large hard drive, and the capability to monitor remotely, cables etc included.
Be aware of anything from Harbor Freight (do a goggle search), there are a large number of units (Swan, for example) that look alike but are based on the same internal electronics, and have a very bad reputation online.
If you are looking for turn key, be ready to spend anywhere from $1500 to over $3500. I know of only 2 installers, Galaxy, and the Security company on 441 just south of 466 (the castle like building).
Hope this helps.

[MikeV]

I have the SimpliSafe Security system. They have been advertising through email that they are going to have a security camera soon. I have been waiting for months for it but I am getting ready to get one from another vendor so I am interested in this also.

[rexxfan]

I recently became aware of the Netgear Arlo system. Maybe have a look at that.
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Bob C

[dewilson58]

Galaxy

[Retiring]

Take a look at AT&T Digital Life. The packages can be as basic or advanced as you like. Besides security cameras you can have water main auto shut-off in the event a leak is detected. Lighting can be automated and thermostat too. All can be monitored and controlled via smart phone or tablet. Worth a look.

[rubicon]

I did a corner to corner electric wiring of my lot under the doctrine of Stand Your Ground. boy its kool to hear those bugs get zapped

I do like the idea of that wireless system they advertise on TV

[villagetinker]

Anybody going with wireless systems, please make sure they are password (strong password) protected, otherwise you just gave the bad guys a view INSIDE your property. Recently (last several months) there was an article about a Russian website that had thousands of household unprotected web cameras, there IP address, etc. All a bad guy (or your nosey neighbor) had to do was type in the IP address, and bingo, they were watching you.
My point, TOO MANY people buy these systems, connect to the internet, and never think about the security of the video feed.
Hope this helps.

[rubicon]

I'll bet those Russians never hack my security pass word "Stalin 123" what American patriot wold use Stalin

[Dan9871]

Check out the Ring doorbell, it may find it a good solution. It is at ring dot com

[Pibb26]

The Ring Doorbell is a great inexpensive start to having cameras. They also have add on cameras now. Can be set off by motion or the ring of the door bell. I like knowing who is at the door before I answer and if anybody is in my yard. Has a pretty good wide angle lens on it as well as two way speak/listen.
All the video goes to be saved in the cloud for about $30/year.

[Hal :-)]

I have a Ring Doorbell. It was a little disappointing. Motion can be slow to activate. For example, if someone quickly drops off a package or throws a phonebook you may not even see it. The motion is detected, camera turns on, and it takes a sec to focus. You may get a 30 sec video that doesn't show anything. The second disappointment is that you can't access the camera directly, all you have is the short clips that are uploaded.

I also have Dropcams, which is now Nest. They work very well, simple to install. You can access the camera directly anytime, but with the subscription you have 24/7 recording online. I forgot exact cost, maybe $100/yr, you get a discount on multiples. I have 7-10 days available online, motion or sound occurrences are clearly marked on a timeline and you can replay or make clips to retain before it falls off.

[RickeyD]

Originally Posted by MikeV

I have the SimpliSafe Security system. They have been advertising through email that they are going to have a security camera soon. I have been waiting for months for it but I am getting ready to get one from another vendor so I am interested in this also.

I don't understand why it's taken so long. Doesn't seem to be such a technical hurtle.

[dewilson58]

Another option: