Trusted Smart Home Security Devices

When it comes to keeping their homes safe, consumers trust smart home security devices, but only 17 percent currently have them installed, according to a new survey from PCMag.14 percent either plan to buy one in the near future, or would consider it. When asked what they trust most to keep their houses safe, 34 percent of respondents said smart home security devices. Twenty-five percent said local police patrols, 15 percent said traditional analog locks and alarm systems.

Read more: https://www.pcmag.com/news/360207/which-smart-home-security-device-do-you-trust-readers-weigh

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