Indoor pan and tilt camera
Turns to follow movement and covers a whole room. Good for checking on pets or the living room while you're on shift.
A safer, smarter home
Tick off the simple security checks first, then the cameras, video doorbell and smart speakers that help you keep an eye on home, whether you're on shift, on holiday or just upstairs.
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Doors and windows
Cameras and doorbell
Setup and privacy
When you're away
If a camera records beyond your property, data protection rules apply to you. The ICO's guidance on home CCTV explains what to do.
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Cameras and doorbells
See who's at the door and check on home from your phone.
Indoor security camera
A small fixed camera for a hallway or nursery corner, with alerts and two-way talk.
Outdoor CCTV camera
Weatherproof, with night vision, for the drive, garden or back door.
Video doorbell
See and talk to whoever's at the door from anywhere, so parcels don't go back to the depot.
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Smart speakers and displays
Timers, shopping lists, music and your camera feeds, hands-free.
Echo Show
A smart display: see your doorbell and cameras, video call family back home, and follow recipes on screen.
Alexa smart speaker
Timers, alarms, music and reminders by voice. Handy when your hands are full in the kitchen.
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