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Create Extra Home Security With These Old Smartphone DIY
By Ron Baker
If your old smartphones can connect to Wi-Fi, they can be repurposed into a simple and cheap security system without requiring any kind of cell network connection.
Use the free app AlfredCamera, to create your network. In camera mode, the app offers recording, zoom, low-light enhancement, motion detection, notifications, and video sharing.
In its monitor mode, the app lets you choose among multiple cameras and includes features like two-way audio, control of camera features, and viewing/security options.
While AlfredCamera is the most popular and highest-rated platform, it's not the only option. Competitors like TinyCam, AtHome, and Reolink offer similar functionality.