People Power finds use for any spare iPads, iPhones or iPods your customers might have-- it releases Presence, an app turning iDevices into wireless home-monitoring cameras.

The app allows users to set one device as a video camera while another acts as a monitor, with the "camera" device providing a live feed to the "monitor" over wifi.

Further options include motion detection (the app records a 5-second clip once it detects motion before sending an email alert), simple if/then security camera programming, face-to-face 2-way audio and multiple device support.

Two smartphone-enabled home automation and security product developers team up-- motion-sensing dock maker Lumawake and security system developer Lockitron combine the forces of their respective products.

According to the two companies the newly announced combination provides an intelligent door able to automatically lock up once users are fast asleep.

Designed as a sleep recognition system, the Lumawake dock already offers integration with home automation systems such as SmartThings and WeMo.

Meanwhile Lockitron sells an internet connected (via wifi) door lock complete with keyless entry via app, NFC, Bluetooth or SMS commands. The lock is compatible with most through-hole or cylindrical deadbolts and is also usable with interconnected deadbolts once the interconnecting plate is removed.

The two devices are currently available for preorder, and Lockitron is also looking for international channel partners.

Go Lumawake

Go Lockitron

Swann launches the TruBlue 4000 series of D1 DVRs for security applications-- with "DVD-quality" video recording, HDMI connectivity and remote viewing over iOS, Android and BlackBerry devices.

The D1 DVR is available in either 4- (DVR4-4000) or 8-channel (DVR8-4000) configurations, allowing users to simultaneously view and record from up to x8 6000TVL indoor/outdoor cameras.

The 6000TVL cameras feature night vision up to 20m.

Monitoring comes through either split screen (for multiple camera views) or full screen high resolution (704 x 480) footage from a single camera, with HDMI or VGA connections.

In-built storage comes in 500GB or 1TB sizes, recording around 30 days of continuous footage (more if using motion detection settings). Users can also back up recordings via USB, eSATA or network.

Meanwhile the free SwannView app allows remote viewing on iOS, Android and BlackBerry devices.

Go Swann D1 DVR

Home protection manufacturer Vision Security launches a Z-Wave network-enabled door lock for smart homes and businesses-- the ZM1702, with functionality such as remote activation via alarm panels, PCs and mobile devices.

A keypad control panel allows the programming of specific access code, while setting options allow the creation of temporary access codes for specific times of day, days of the week or even limited periods of time.

The lock handles up to 15 different access codes covering different requirements. PC software also registers every attempt to unlock the door, whether successful or not.

The system is compatible with European standards and lock installation does not require special modification to doors, since it fits into conventional doors with thickness of 38mm or more.

It is available with either an external lever or door and has a cylinder lock (locks from the outside with keys) and rotary knob.

Go Vision Security