Video: Home Security Gadgets
Here’s the items covered on TVNZ Breakfast this morning. Feel free to ask any questions or post comments below. Click the image to watch the video:
| Item: |
Axis M1031W Wireless Camera |
| Price: |
$559 + GST |
| Rating: |
4 / 5 |
| Info: |
The Axis M1031W wireless surveillance camera is more than just a webcam. At its most basic, you can access the images via a password-protected web page from anywhere on the internet. However, the camera supports two-way audio and event monitoring. You can have it email you if it detects motion, then log on and either converse politely with the person you see on the other end, or perhaps play pre-recorded dogs barking or police sirens to deter an intruder. |
| Item: |
Jaycar 8 Zone Wireless Alarm |
| Price: |
$214 |
| Rating: |
3 / 5 |
| Info: |
If you want a simple security system for a flat or perhaps a boat, and don’t want to spend time and money running wires around the house, something like this wireless alarm might be just right. It comes with all the features you’d expect from a higher end system: 8 separate zones, 120dB siren, a keychain fob for arming/disarming, a passive infra-red sensor, and two door sensors. You can purchase additional sensors to expand the system beyond the initial configuration. The main downside is all the sensors require batteries to operate, but the system does work as advertised. |
| Item: |
Inferno Sound Barrier |
| Price: |
$1300+ |
| Rating: |
5 / 5 |
| Info: |
Your current home security system probably has a loud internal piezo siren. These sirens are designed to deter burglars, but very rarely do their intended job. The Inferno sound barrier takes the basic piezo siren a step further. Using multiple moving frequencies at more than 125dB, the Inferno seriously disorientates an intruder, causing them to leave the area rather than stay and complete their intended task. I was rather skeptical, but after an extremely brief listen of this Swedish military technology, I’d be surprised if any thief sticks around to have their ears assaulted for more than a couple of seconds. |
step further. Using multiple moving frequencies at more than 125dB, the Inferno seriously disorientates an intruder, causing them to leave the area rather than stay and complete their intended task. I was rather skeptical, but after an extremely brief listen of this Swedish military technology, I’d be surp