A Sentri For Your Home

Home security systems are getting increasingly affordable, allowing travelers to keep an eye on their things while abroad. No longer an amalgamation of gadgets from different brands, these all-in-one solutions cover the basics of smart monitoring while remaining easy to operate.

One of the user-friendliest of the devices available is Sentri, a crowd-funded console from Kickstarter that connects various sensors to a touchscreen hub through WiFi. The accompanying app allows people to use third-party sensors as well, making Sentri a great option for those who’ve already purchased a Nest of Philips Hue.

The system is centered on an Apple-esque touchscreen, which can display a information like weather and air quality. Smart home devices are also controlled through the hub, which can record HD video of a burglar before sounding an alarm. There’s even an accelerometer for detecting intruders tampering with the device.

All photos and videos are backed up to a cloud that requires a subscription fee of $100 for the full year, allowing users to access them through an app.