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Knowing who is at your door is more often than not, the very first line of defense. The thing is, most of us are too used to not having a video doorbell, so much so that we might simply open up the door before we even know who it is. The video doorbell is one of the more useful inventions to have around the home in recent times, and the NuTone Knock is one such device. Touted to be a revolutionary new video doorbell, it allows the homeowner to be able to view as well as speak to visitors — regardless of where you are at the moment, as long as there is a decent data connection, of course.

Check out whether it is the pizza delivery boy, or some suits from the government, with the NuTone Knock as you view them in clear High Definition resolution on a smartphone or tablet. Thanks to built-in motion activation, night vision capability, as well as an optional alarm function, you will always be in the know as to whether there is someone at the door or not.

What makes the NuTone Knock video doorbell different from other seemingly similar products that are in the market? Well, there are multiple advanced features which include easy installation courtesy of its integrated voltage detection, superior Wi-Fi strength to pave the way for farther installation from your router, and is also durable and weather resistant. In fact, it is able to handle dust and water, and has been specially tested from -22F to 122F; which is something its competitors in the same class are unable to offer.

Arriving in a clean and simple design, the NuTone Knock has been specially designed to look great regardless of the home that it is installed in, and is also full well capable of being flush mounted as it fits most door mullions. Fancy picking up this $249 device?

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[ NuTone Knock video doorbell is a cut above the rest copyright by Coolest Gadgets ]

It looks like the world of home security and automation has become a wee bit smarter, never mind the fact that smart homes are all the rage these days. A fully funded Indiegogo campaign, the Xchime is more than just a video doorbell. It is going to be an essential part of your home safety environment, where you will be able to enjoy the added convenience and security features such as a garage door opener and smart light bulb integration.

Security goes beyond that of the front door with the presence of Xchime in your home, which is expected to ship some time in August this year for its backers. After all, with garages being targeted by criminals as an easier entry point compared to the front door, it is imperative that more be done in that department. This is especially so as home owners tend to forget about the garage door, and with the Xchime in place, you can check out the status of your garage door instantly from your mobile device. You can opt to open or close it with a single touch via the mobile app, thanks to the optional garage door opener kit add-on accessory.

Having a well lighted area is also another major deterrent against would-be thieves, and it is always a good idea to integrate smart light bulbs with Xchime in order to remotely turn on or off exterior lights. Another thing that the Xchime does well is the elimination of lag time — something that other video doorbells tend to suffer from. Having a 7 to 8 second delay is no fun at all, especially when someone you know and love is waiting in front. While the Xchime does not exactly offer real-time video playback, it is as close to real-time as possible.

Early backers of the Xchime will be pleased to know that their device will retail for a mere $129 apiece, which is a whole lot more affordable than the $199 to $249 price point of other leading video doorbells in the industry. Any takers for this Full HD video doorbell?

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