5 Features to Look for in Security Camera Systems

How AI is Transforming Home Surveillance and Protection

Perhaps you’ve experienced this: You're stuck in traffic on I-30 when your phone buzzes with a notification. But instead of another false alarm triggered by a wayward plastic bag, your security camera system's AI actually tells you exactly what's happening at home – whether it's your kids arriving safely from school or a package being delivered to your front porch.

Fort Worth homeowners are discovering that modern security camera systems are much smarter than their predecessors. Instead of endless annoying false alerts and grainy footage, modern cameras with artificial intelligence don't just record—they understand what they're seeing. Let's look at five intelligent features that are changing home security and making Texas homes safer than ever.

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Smart Detection

The last thing you want is a security camera that sends you motion alerts for everything from falling leaves to passing cars. Modern AI-powered security camera systems are smart enough to tell the difference between your neighbor walking their dog, a car or truck pulling into your driveway, and a person at your door. Today's AI can distinguish between people, animals, vehicles, and objects. You can be notified of people in your backyard rather than squirrels, or if an unexpected vehicle is pulling up your driveway. 

Smart Zones

Maybe you want to keep an eye on the pool area when the kids are home after school, but you don't need alerts every time someone walks up your driveway during the day. With smart zones, you can draw custom areas on your camera's view and set different alert rules for each one.

The AI is smart enough to understand context, too. Set up a zone around your front porch, and you'll know instantly when a package arrives – but won't get bothered when leaves blow across the same area. For homes backing up to a greenbelt or park, you can even create buffer zones that help distinguish between normal park activity and someone actually approaching your property line. 

People Recognition

Some modern systems have facial recognition, like your smartphone or tablet unlocks with your face. So when your kids are home from school, you have the comfort of knowing it's them. Of course, if it's not a recognized face, you'll get a notification too. Also, modern cameras have pet recognition, so you don't need to get notified when Rover roams around the house, unless you want that. From a privacy perspective, many modern systems process that information locally, so your comings and goings stay private. 

Two-Way Audio

Audio is a great way to keep tabs on kids, elderly residents, and pets. Especially if something happens, you have a way to check in and communicate. On an outdoor camera, you can startle an intruder by saying that they’ve been seen and they’re being watched. Smart camera systems also use AI to detect concerning noises, whether it’s your dog barking, breaking glass, or a smoke alarm blaring. With audio and video, you can keep on top of everything happening at home. 

Night Vision

Today's AI-powered security camera systems can turn a pitch-black Texas night into clear, detailed video you can actually use. Instead of just amplifying available light, these smart cameras use AI to enhance image clarity and reduce noise in low-light conditions. Whether you're checking on a midnight noise or reviewing overnight footage, you'll get video that's clear enough to make out important details – from faces to vehicles.

Ready to upgrade your Fort Worth home's security? Contact Allied Home Technologies for a customized consultation on how to keep your home secure. Get in touch with us here; we look forward to working with you!