Doyle Security Blog

Alexa, find me a blog about how to make you more secure. If you’re like one of the millions of consumers who have purchased an Amazon Echo device in the past few years, you’ve probably asked Alexa hundreds of questions by now. I’m sure then that you’ve also seen the many reports about the somewhat murky security of your device. Whether it’s an Echo, a Google Home Assistant or any other smart speaker, the unfortunate truth is that they, like any other piece of technology, can be hacked or manipulated. While these cases are rare, it’s important to take the steps to help secure your device so you can use it with full peace of mind. Here are five easy steps to help secure your smart speaker.

Buying a security system may seem overwhelming to those who have never done it before, but it doesn’t have to be! Sure, there are plenty of options for different system types, services and monitoring levels, but these options exist to help you create the best possible system for you and your needs. Whether you’re a first time homeowner or a security system veteran looking to upgrade,here are five questions you should ask yourself when creating your next security system.

Amazon’s voice activated home assistant, Alexa, is now integrated with the Honeywell Lyric suite of products. This means you can ask Alexa to control almost any part of your home, provided you have the correct equipment installed. Getting started is simple:

The Doyle Total Connect App just upgraded in a major way! We are very excited to announce the release of the new and improved security and automation app that gives you complete control of your home or business. The update, now available for iOS, has changed the look, feel, function and speed of the app, providing the best mobile experience to date.

Did you wait until the last minute to get your dad the perfect Father’s Day gift? Look no further, we’ve got you covered! No matter how hard your dad might be to shop for, there is a home automation gift that will fit his personality type.

You may have heard of the latest home automation and security device, which is trending throughout the world. Wi-Fi enabled video doorbells like Ring and SkyBell are the newest pieces of technology which allow you to answer your front door with your smart phone from anywhere in the world.

Considering selling your home now or in the near future? You might be interested in knowing how smart home technology, otherwise known as home automation, can greatly increase the market value of your home. Imagine having the power to control your security system, cameras, lighting, heating and cooling, video and endless other functions directly from your fingertips. Now, imagine the appeal of that power to a potential home buyer. There is no doubt that home automation is a desirable technology to have.

A great home automation feature is the ability to control door locks from any location. You can allow access to your dog sitter when you’re on vacation without having to leave a key behind, or unlock the door for your kids should they forget their keys. This, coupled with the ability to remotely arm and disarm your security system, allows you complete control over your home’s accessibility no matter where you are. To learn more about this technology, we spoke with Security Expert Susan Clark.

Home automation is the ability to remotely control and adjust certain appliances and systems in your home from the convenience of a smart device. This can be your computer, mobile phone or tablet. Whether you’re in your home, at work, at a friend’s house or any other location, you have complete control over every aspect of your house. To find out how easy and efficient these products are, we spoke with Doyle Security Customer Neil from Brighton, NY.