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SH IconSecureHome the only home security app on the app store

SecureHome lets you use your Mac as a home security system. Using either your Macs built-in microphone, or an external microphone, SecureHome will listen for potential intruders. If an intruder is heard, SecureHome will sound an alarm and email an alert to your smartphone. Using the free SecureHome iPhone remote controller you can also view a video stream inside your home, and arm/disarm SecureHome using your iPhone!

Learn more about SecureHome

Click through the slideshow to see some of SecureHome's unique features.

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A Video Tutorial for the Mac App


iPhone remote controller tutorial:

FAQs

Do I need to buy any hardware to make SecureHome work?
No, SecureHome will work using the microphone and speaker that are built into your Mac! For optimum results in bigger homes, however, you might want to invest in an external microphone and/or speaker.

Will SecureHome work when my computer is in sleep mode?
Yes, SecureHome will continue to monitor for sounds while your computer is asleep.

How can I change the microphone or speakers that SecureHome uses?
You should change these settings within System Preferences. Select the Sound button, then change the default Input/Output devices as appropriate.

How do I get the iPhone remote controller?
Search for SecureHome on the iPhone App Store. You can download the SecureHome remote controller for free.

Reviews

  1. LH

    Adam Dachis

    July 27, 2011

    Lifehacker's Download of the Day: SecureHome Turns Your Mac into a Security Alarm. http://lifehacker.com/5825077/securehome-turns-your-mac-into-a-security-alarm

  2. MAS User

    Kyle Jones

    Sept 20, 2011

    ★★★★★ Bottom line, if you haven't purchased this app yet, then you need to!

  3. MAS User

    MKAdams1

    Sept 11, 2011

    ★★★★★ Easy to use, with features that make it an app worth owning!

  4. MAS User

    Lagomorpheus

    July 24, 2011

    ★★★★ Fun features to play with. Sent me a notification email when I got the alarm settings just right.

  5. MAS User

    TheBlaze&TheBlue

    July 23, 2011

    ★★★★★...exceeds my expectations; detects doors opening downstairs in a three bedroom house; very well thought out.