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Kim’s picks to outsmart break-ins

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Your home should be your safe place, not a bull’s-eye.

I’ve tested every kind of security gear you can think of, and these are the real deal. No monthly fees. No gimmicks. Just solid, reliable protection for your front door, your mailbox, your garage and everything in between.

1. 🔒 Seven-in-one smart lock ($80, 43% off)

Unlock with your fingerprint, phone, code, a key and more. Psst … this $60 discount won’t last long.

2. 📦 Head-to-toe wireless doorbell camera ($55, 15% off)

Catch porch pirates red-handed. Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and stores up to 128GB of video on a local SD card.

3. ☀️ Solar motion sensor lights ($20 four-pack, 44% off)

Shine a spotlight on creepers (or raccoons) the second they step into your yard. Weatherproof and heatproof.

4. 🚨 Remote-control alarms ($22 two-pack, 28% off)

Stick these little sensors on doors, windows, gates (your choice), and get an instant alert when someone tries to sneak in.

5. 💡 Light bulb security camera ($40, 20% off)

Screws in like a normal light bulb. Tracks motion, records in color at night and sounds an alarm if something’s off.

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7 clever uses for your smart doorbell camera

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Smart doorbell cameras add a ton of value to your life. Not only do they make you feel more secure in your home, but they can deter criminals, too. If you let a burglar know you’re watching them, they may be too spooked to try anything.

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Savings on lock

📦 Special deliveries to give you a little more peace of mind.

This package delivery box (30% off) keeps porch pirates at bay. (I know you laughed).
Safely open up your haul with this six-pack of $10 box cutters.
This travel-size doorstop (25% off) is perfect for apartments.
Slide this bathroom organizer under your sink to tidy that chaos.
Baby (and pet) locks ($8.49) for cabinets are 15% off right now.

🔌 Need more outlets? This wall changer (35% off) gives you six, plus two USB charging ports and a night-light. Yay, no fiddling around in the dark!

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Ring doorbell app used to track ICE agents

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Amazon’s Neighbors app was built to fight porch pirates. In Los Angeles, people are using it to warn each other about immigration raids.

Package theft up 47% in December - Protect your gifts!

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If you’ve ever ordered a package from an online store, there’s a chance someone snatched your goodies. Last month, porch pirates stole 47% more packages than they did in November 2021, RetailDive reports. You’re especially at risk if you order clothes, books, toys, games, groceries or health products.

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Ding, dong: 6 funniest moments caught by video doorbells

Sure, you probably know all about the ways doorbell cameras like SimpliSafe can boost your home security system. Connect them to your phone, and you get a 24/7 live stream of everything going on in your home. With these nifty tools, you can catch burglars, find missing children and even tell your neighbors about a fire.

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Catching porch pirates and mail thieves

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A savvy woman fought back against porch pirates by mailing herself an Apple AirTag, leading to the capture of the thieves who had been stealing her mail.

Violating the rights of porch pirates

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Can a thief stop you from posting their illegal acts online? Here’s what’s happening in Canada that could be heading our way soon.

Protect your deliveries from sneaky theives

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Your front doorstep is a landing pad for all your deliveries — and porch pirates. Here’s how to protect your packages.

Arrr, take this you porch pirate!

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Amazon boxes are on porches across America. Sadly, so are the porch pirates. Here’s how to outsmart them!