The Wemo Smart Video Doorbell is available to order today and it costs $250 for the self-installation option. Android households, take note: The Wemo doorbell works exclusively with Apple's HomeKit Secure Video, and it's managed through the Home app on iPad, iPhone and Mac. The system requires an iCloud plan and a HomePod, Apple TV, or iPad established as a home hub. Wemo's Smart Video doorbell has a 178-degree field of view, 4MP camera and low-light sensitivity for nighttime recordings. Since it connects to HomeKit, the Wemo doorbell can identify specific visitors using Apple's face-recognition software, and all recordings are stored securely in the Home app, including a 10-day motion-based video history.

Answer your door from anywhere with the Nest Doorbell (battery) with an in intelligent camera. Whether it’s a person, package, animal, or vehicle, this …

The Netatmo Smart Video Doorbell is the latest from one of Europe's biggest smart home security product makers. It was first shown at CES 2019, so it's been a long time coming. The product is now available in the U.S. for $300. That makes it much more expensive up front than many of its competitors, but it could easily work out cheaper over time because you don't need to pay any subscription charges for cloud-based video storage or other services. Netatmo's device is larger than some competitors, but it has a smart design with the facia split evenly into three sections: the top is the camera, the center is the speaker, and the lower third is the doorbell button.

The holiday shopping season is in full swing, but before you checkout on your next order, there are a few steps you should take to keep your packages safe. You've probably heard the term "porch pirates" before--they steal packages from your doorstep before you ever get home. And since 56% of consumers plan to shop online this year, that's a lot of opportunity for theft. Thankfully, you can help safeguard your packages by using a smart doorbell. So, before you start ordering away (and even if you've already started shopping for the perfect gifts), here are seven ways that using a smart doorbell can keep your packages safe during the holiday season.

If you make a purchase by clicking one of our links, we may earn a small share of the revenue. However, our picks and opinions are independent from USA TODAY's newsroom and any business incentives. The past few years, smart home technology has grown drastically in popularity, which means more smart devices are being sold at incredibly affordable prices. These gadgets can help with small everyday problems, acting as a personal assistant, helping you stream your favorite media, and assisting with cooking perfectly. You don't even have to spend too much.

Judging by what we witnessed--and awarded--at CES this year, there's some incredible tech coming in 2019. From flying taxis to room-sized TV screens to robotic puppies, there's a lot to be excited about. But how many of these products will you really find in your home in 2019? Though everyone wants that robotic dog, these are the smart home products I can actually imagine using in real life (mostly). Not only will these assimilate well in an existing smart home--they'll do nicely even if you keep your abode a low-tech space.