LifeShield Home Security no longer exists. ADT acquired it in 2019 and folded the technology into ADT Blue (now ADT+). If you are a former LifeShield customer or found an old review, here is what happened: DirecTV bought LifeShield in 2013, AT&T absorbed DirecTV in 2015, then ADT took LifeShield in 2019. The DIY tech survived but the brand is dead. We cover the full timeline and rank 3 replacements — Abode ($0-6/mo, no contract), Ring ($20/mo), and SimpliSafe ($18-28/mo).
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SpotCrime Review 2026: Crime Map Coverage, Data Delays, Accuracy, and Alternatives
SpotCrime is a free crime mapping service that pulls police report data from thousands of agencies and plots it on an interactive map. Check what crimes are happening near your address, research neighborhoods before moving, and set up free email alerts for new incidents. Covers theft, assault, burglary, vandalism, and arrests. Data freshness varies by city — some update daily, others lag weeks. Best used alongside NeighborhoodScout and local PD sites for a complete picture.
Window Alarm Sensors 2026: Contact, Glass-Break, Installation, and Failure Tests
Choose and test window alarm sensors in 2026: contact, glass-break, vibration, recessed, and standalone options for each window type.
Dropcam Pro vs Foscam R2 in 2026: Support Status, Security Risks, and Replacement Cameras
The Dropcam Pro and Foscam R2 are both dead — discontinued with unpatched firmware and real security risks. If you still have one, replace it now. This guide covers what happened to both brands, the FBI security warning for Foscam, and the 5 best 2026 replacements from $30 to $250 (Blink Mini, Ring, Eufy, Nest, Arlo).
SafeGuard Security Review 2026: Arizona Alarm Quotes, Patrol Coverage, Contracts, and 3-Year Cost
A buyer checklist for SafeGuard Security covering Arizona service, written quotes, patrol coverage, equipment, monitoring, contracts, ownership, cancellation, and three-year cost.
