IFTTT

We look at how the IFTTT service interacts with various home security cameras.

How to Attach a Siren to a Nest Cam or DropCam Camera

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A siren on a home security camera is a nice feature to have.  It’s unexpected and useful for scaring an intruder.  They generally won’t take the time to figure out why it’s going off or where it is coming from.  The popular Nest Cam and DropCam do not have this feature integrated into the camera.  So today, we discuss how to attach a siren to a Nest Cam or DropCam camera. Ideally you want the automated and manual abilities for turning on the siren.  Manual provides the ability to turn it on or off whenever you like.  Automated results in the siren going … Read more

How to Automate Using IFTTT for Wyzecam Security Cameras

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It’s always good to see a camera manufacturer listen to their fans and implement features that can enhance their devices.  It’s even nicer to see them do it without charging their existing owners for new enhancements.  That’s exactly what happened when they implemented IFTTT for Wyzecam.  We continue to be impressed at the value that Wyzecam delivers at a very reasonable price.  There are two versions of the Wyzecam and IFTTT works on both. What is IFTTT? For those unfamiliar with IFTTT, here’s a brief overview of the free service.  IFTTT is an acronym for “If This Then That”.  You can do … Read more

How to Automate Using IFTTT for Arlo HD Security Cameras

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Most Arlo HD Camera owners are probably unaware that automation exists to take this camera line to different levels.  It’s called IFTTT.  This is a free service that facilitates integration with devices and services such as gmail, your phone, Facebook and Pinterest.  IFTTT is an acronym for “If This Then That”.  You can do some very cool stuff with IFTTT for Arlo and this article will show you how to do it and highlight some of the capabilities.  IFTTT isn’t owned by Arlo and in fact is independent of the devices that are supported. First thing to do is visit the IFTTT web site … Read more

How to Automate Using IFTTT for SkyBell Video Doorbell

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The SkyBell Video Doorbell is a great accessory for monitoring the front of a home or office.  IFTTT for SkyBell provides an automation feature unknown by many SkyBell owners.  IFTTT is a free service that integrates devices (such as a SkyBell) and services like gmail, your phone or other devices.  IFTTT integrates devices from one manufacturer with those from another manufacturer. IFTTT is an acronym for “If This Then That”.  You can do some great things with IFTTT for SkyBell.  This article will show you how to do it.  IFTTT isn’t owned by SkyBell and is independent of the devices that … Read more

How to Automate Using IFTTT and Nest Cam or DropCam

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For Nest Cam or DropCam owners unaware of IFTTT, it’s a free service that facilitates integration with devices and services such as gmail, Facebook, Instagram, and Pinterest.  IFTTT is an acronym for “If This Then That”.  You can do some very cool stuff with this service and this article will show you how to do it and highlight some of the capabilities. First thing to do is visit the IFTTT web site and register.  Once you get there, you will notice what they call recipes.  These are pre-written scripts to facilitate integration.  Not all devices support IFTTT but Nest does. … Read more

How a Cloud Outage Effects Home Security Cameras

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Cloud is where it’s at these days.  Everything is going to cloud.  Sometimes that’s a good thing.  Sometimes not so much.  Especially when there is a cloud outage. I read about a recent massive cloud outage on the morning of February 28, 2017.  I really didn’t think much about it and went on my way. Within the next thirty minutes, I began to receive alerts on my phone from a few of my home security cameras.  The alerts said that the cameras were not available. I didn’t expect that to happen.  I knew certain camera manufacturers were storing video history in the … Read more

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