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Zmodo Torch 360: Beautiful Lighting and Security Camera - CupertinoTimes

While at CES I noticed something new at the Zmodo booth. It's called Torch 360. Zmodo is an industry leader in video security products.Since 2009 they have sold over 6 million surveillance cameras.

Zmodo Torch 360: Beautiful Lighting and Security Camera - CupertinoTimes

While at CES I noticed something new at the Zmodo booth. It's called Torch 360. Zmodo is an industry leader in video security products.Since 2009 they have sold over 6 million surveillance cameras.

What Was the Last Gadget Standing at CES 2017?

Every year, one of my favorite events at CES is the Last Gadget Standing competition, where online and on-site participants vote for their favorite products. This year's event showcased a wide variety of concepts, from new cameras and Wi-Fi systems for the home to a cycling helmet and even a home beer-making device.

10 Chicago Tech Companies to Watch at CES 2017

If tech had a Superbowl, the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) would be the likely arena. The annual tech conference showcases the top technology startups and companies, and is often the source for new product announcements and forecasts on emerging tech trends.

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IoT at CES 2017: Battle of the Home Automation Start-Ups

CES is always good for a new crop of home-automation hubs, and CES 2017 is no exception. We'll see scores of new IoT boxes from wily vets like SmartThings (Samsung) and start-ups in Eureka Park. This year, look for devices with built-in cameras, artificial intelligence and predictive algorithms, voice control, security monitoring, and sensors.

What the Tech? Tech gadgets for moms

You may think CES is mainly for high-tech people, primarily men, and while that may be true, if you know where to look you can find some great new tech gadgets designed for moms. I found a 21st-century baby stroller called the Origami from 4moms. "What's really cool about this stroller is it has power onboard," said Teresa Hammonds.

Zmodo lanceert een lijn met gloednieuwe smart home producten

Het smart home bedrijf Zmodo introduceerde tijdens de CES 2017 in Las Vegas een berg met nieuwe smart-home-producten. Hier een kleine greep uit de lijn van de nieuwe Zmodo producten. Eén van de producten die Zmodo heeft uitgebracht is Beam.

CES 2017 Trends: What To Expect This Year

Throughout the years, CES has become one of the most important tech and business events in the world, where innovations such as the VCR and the CD player were announced for the first time. This year, robotics, virtual reality, drones and smart home appliances are among some of the most-anticipated.

5 Trends for the Smart Energy Home of the Future

Hundreds of tech companies spread out across the "Smart Home" section of the massive Consumer Electronics Show, or CES, which descended onto the Sands Expo in Las Vegas last week.

Torch Pro

Zmodo's Torch Pro is a monitoring solution for the front porch, consisting of a color-changing lightbulb with an embedded camera and a doorbell accessory. Users can change their light's color, answer the door, receive motion alert clips, and record to the cloud all through the easy-to-use Zmodo app.

Zmodo Pivot

Security cameras provide an easy way to keep tabs on your home while you're away, but most only let you see a slice of the action. With the Zmodo Pivot ($149.50) you get a sweeping 360-degree view of the room in which it is installed, as well as temperature and humidity sensors, a pair of door/windows sensors, and motion detection with push notifications and triggered recording.

Zmodo's Pivot gives you 24/7 monitoring on the cheap

We've come a long way from the days of pale beige IP webcams with wonky interfaces and limited recording times. Today's webcams, like the Zmodo Pivot, are motion-sensing, low-light seeing, and notification-rich cylinders that hide out in secret places and store video for days at a time.

This video doorbell has built-in storage, no cloud needed

There are so, so many smart-home cameras on the market, all competing to be the eyes and ears of your home. They all have similar features, similar specs, and similar prices (around $200).

Interview with Andrew Xie of Zmodo.com: Simplifying People's Lives Through Affordable and Innovative Connected Products - Home Security List

The home monitoring and surveillance market has been slightly saturated as of late. Companies are offering pretty much the same things, the same old devices, just with minute differences in features and aesthetics. It can get pretty boring at times. So, when a brand likes Zmodo comes along, the industry stops and listens.

Zmodo Pivot review: This Zmodo security camera Pivots to see more

Get the Zmodo Pivot if you prefer local storage and want to be able to pan around an entire room on demand.

Zmodo Pivot Security Camera | Zmodo Reviews

Although we haven't done any Zmodo reviews on any of the other Zmodo surveillance cameras, their latest introduction in DIY wireless security cameras, the Zmodo Pivot Security Camera is so exceptional, it warrants consideration as an addition to almost any home security security system.

7 Must-See Smart Video Doorbells of 2015 / 2016 - SMAhome

Smart video doorbells are becoming the next popular home security gadget to get for upgrading the entry area for homes. Not only do smart video doorbells bring connectivity to the door, they are also an attractive alternative to traditional intercom systems because they are easier to install and less costly in comparison.

7 Pioneering DIY Outdoor Cameras of 2015 / 2016 - SMAhome

There is no doubt that home surveillance camera has been one of the highlights for the smart home in recent years. Up until now, the majority of smart home cameras on the market have been for indoor use, and options for similarly equipped outdoor home cameras have seemed limited in comparison.

Product Introduction: Zmodo Smart Door Light and Connected Doorbell - SMAhome

720p HD video Standard E27 socket Two-way audio Millions of LED colors Scheduling for notifications, camera, light, and colors Night vision Motion detection Remote viewing Source: Zmodo

Zmodo Pivot: 360° Robotic Camera - Robotic Gizmos

More: educational robots Meet the Zmodo 360° Robotic Camera: a smart home gadget with 360-degree motion detection and automatic rotation. It also comes with two sensors for your doors or windows, alerting you when something's open. Pivot offers 1080p HD video. It comes with temperature and humidity sensors.

Zmodo Greet 2.0: Smart WiFi Video Doorbell

Meet the Zmodo Greet 2.0: a smart video doorbell that lets you answer the door from anywhere from your smartphone. It connects to your WiFi network and offers motion detection and two-way audio. It has a wide angle lens, so you can see what's happening at your door.

With smart home security the defining factor, Zmodo adds devices and features

Zmodo has added more devices and tighter integration and control to its smart home monitoring product lineup. Called Total Smart Home Vision, the company stresses the priority of bank-level security while adding more devices and making it easier for customers to design and control their own smart home configurations.

Best Tech Products of CES 2017

It's now March which means that the annual CES, which took place two months ago, is a distant memory for many attendees. However, I like to compile my annual roundup of the best tech products at this time since many of the more innovative and eye catching products are now available to consumers.

Zmodo's Beam Alert is a Wi-Fi range extender that also guards your home

While devices that extend your Wi-Fi signal to eliminate dead zones in your home or office abound, you won't find many that double as home security hubs. But that's exactly what you get with Zmodo's $49.95 Beam Alert.