Abode’s Iota is a security camera, motion sensor, and gateway all in one

Smart home security company Abode is releasing an all-in-one security device that combines elements of three different products into one. The Iota home security system contains a 1080p security camera, a motion sensor, and a gateway (the hub of the security system). It can be connected to the internet via a wired Ethernet or Wi-Fi connection. A battery with enough capacity for six hours of operation should keep the system working if the power goes out, while an optional 4G connection is available in case the same happens to your internet. Combining these bits of functionality has the potential to solve the two biggest issues we had when we tried out Abode’s existing system: its complexity and its need to be wired directly into a router.... Continue reading…