Ok Google, Alexa, Hey Siri. These are phrases that can be used to interact with a smart speaker via Google, Amazon or Apple. And while these virtual assistants are great for playing music, setting a timer or asking a question, take extra precaution when using them in other ways. Home Automation A number of third...
Most burglars steal with the intent of reselling the owner’s property for cash. This is why electronics, firearms, jewelry and similar items are among the most commonly stolen items. While recovery of stolen goods is challenging, these tips will help improve the odds if you are the victim of a burglary. Keep Records and Photos...
Home invasion happens once every fifteen seconds in the United States, according to data by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Imagine returning home from a long day at work or a vacation to discover burglars have broken in. There are ways to protect your home from burglary, such as knowing when criminals are most likely to...
Is having a dog a good security measure for your home? When KGW News in Portland surveyed burglars about what they looked for when choosing a target home, many said a large breed, loud dog would be a deal breaker. But, for the most part, a smaller dog wasn’t as much of a deterrent. Dogs...
Smash and Grab in Retail A recent scare at Memorial City Mall in Houston was thought to be an active shooter based on the loud sounds heard by many shoppers and employees. Mall security and management implemented emergency lockdown procedures and the police arrived to search for the perpetrator. Eventually police determined that the sound...
Do you live alone? According to the most recent Census Bureau survey, approximately 12% of all men and 15% of all women in the United States live alone. Some people may be very settled in, living alone for years. While others may be living alone for the first time, due to death, divorce or the...
Ride-sharing changes the way people get from place to place, especially for busy venues or nights out on the town. But is ride-sharing safe? Passengers recently shot a driver in Mission Bend in Houston. They then carjacked his car. Drivers have also reported being assaulted, spit on and verbally abused. Passengers have reported incidents of...
Are you one of the 11 million Americans renting a storage unit? While storage units are a useful way to declutter your home and store items while you move, they are becoming a popular target for theft. Thieves often target storage facilities because they provide them easy access to hundreds of items in one location....
With the many recent stories package theft, potential home invasions and break-ins at homes still under construction after Hurricane Harvey, the ability to capture what’s going on at your front door is more important than ever. A cost effective and easy to use way to grab that activity is the video doorbell. Why a Video...
Joe was completely caught off guard on a Tuesday morning to discover the wheels on his SUV had been stolen. The vehicle was up on blocks in the driveway. Unfortunately, theft of wheels is becoming more common. Groups of criminals band together to get it done quickly under the cover of night. Replacing the wheels...
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