Home Security Goes Viral

Doorbell security videos have become the new neighborhood watch. People are sharing them via social media outlets like Nextdoor and Facebook, not only as safety concerns or warnings for their communities, but also as forms of entertainment and camaraderie. The most heartwarming security video to go viral is of a child using the home’s Ring system to connect with his dad at work. If you haven’t seen it, treat yourself to some heartwarming home security here. As the home automation category becomes more and more integrated into the lives of everyday Americans, home improvement retailers are at the forefront of sales, providing solutions that keep people safe as well as connected and entertained. For products worth sharing with your customers, check out these two 2019 National Hardware Show award winners in the home automation category:

LED+ Speaker Bulb: Customers can easily get the party started with this LED bulb from GE Lighting. The product is a 2019 Retailers’ Choice winner for its innovative built-in, wireless speaker that connects with smartphones and tablets via Bluetooth^®. Separate speakers are no longer required indoors or out with these bulbs that can play from anyone’s playlist. The speaker bulbs are part of GE Lighting’s LED+ series that includes LED+ Color and LED+ Motion. For more information visit www.gelighting.com.

Motorola Smart Safe: Your customers can relax, knowing their valuables are safe with this NHS award-winning home safe from Motorola. The product is available in two versions, the Flex Smart Safe and the Bolt Smart Safe. The Flex safe only takes seconds to set up, using expandable wings that require no tools for installation. The Bolt safe comes with bolt holes for a more permanent installation. Both safes are equipped with Wi-Fi connected security that sends real time alerts to smartphones, instantly notifying users of a breach or if the door was left open. For more information visit www.motorola.com.