The Official Smarthome Blog – All Things Home Automation

Looking for an inexpensive way to protect your home or office from criminals? Consider using the Dummy IR Bullet Camera with working LED lights. Criminals are less likely to enter an area if they know that there is a chance they are being watched or recorded. Simply install one of these authentic looking dummy cameras and the appearance of surveillance alone will act as a deterrent. Install multiple cameras or even incorporate them as part of an existing system to make them more believable. LED lights (activated by a photocell) to simulate IR function at night and a video/power cable make this camera as close to the real thing as you can get, without the added expense. The Dummy IR Bullet Camera with Working LEDs requires the use of a 12V DC Power Supply, not included. This product does not operate on batteries.

New dummy cameras also available:
Mini Dummy Dome Camera
Dummy IR Bullet Camera with Blinking LED

• Realistic camera with video/power cable creates the perception of surveillance
• Powered IR LEDs activated by a photocell
• Metal mounting bracket included
• Constructed of strong ABS plastic
• Price: $34.99

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The SWOOP really is your second-best friend. Its patented design grabs and bags your pooch’s poop in a single action, concealing it away, leaving you free to dispose of it in a hygienic and responsible manner. Its unique patented design grabs and bags waste at the touch of a button and conceals the mess inside discreetly — no more hand in the bag! Use regular grocery bags or pick up a package of 50 biodegradable replacement bags (sold separately) for environmentally friendly waste disposal.

• Mechanical hand scoops dog poop so you don’t have to
• With supplied waste bags, the product never touches waste – no cleanup!
• Scoop and dump in one easy “swoop”
• Designed for smaller dogs
• Price: $17.99

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