May 2025 Security Archive: Your Quick Guide to the Month’s Best Tips
Looking for the most useful security advice we posted in May? You’ve come to the right spot. Below you’ll find a fast‑walk through of every guide, from smart doorbells in flats to how to keep your cameras running when Wi‑Fi drops.
Smart Doorbells & Video Surveillance
We kicked off the month with "Ring Doorbell in a Flat UK: What You Need to Know". If you live in a shared building, the article walks you through landlord permission, placement rules and privacy tricks so you don’t step on anyone’s toes.
Later, "Ring Doorbell UK: How It Works and What to Expect" broke down the tech behind Ring’s video doorbells, showing you how alerts reach your phone and what privacy settings matter for UK users.
Curious about police gear? "Police Surveillance Tools: What Are They Using?" compared law‑enforcement cameras and sensors with consumer‑grade equipment, helping you spot useful features for your own set‑up.
DIY & Pet‑Friendly Security Tips
DIY fans got a treat with "Best DIY Home Security System: Top Picks and Real‑World Advice". We compared brands, highlighted no‑contract monitoring and gave simple installation hacks you can try this weekend.
Pet owners weren’t left out. "Are ADT Alarms Pet‑Friendly?" and "Is Ring Alarm Pet Friendly? What Owners Need to Know" both explain how motion sensors treat cats and dogs, plus settings tweaks to stop false alarms.
For those eyeing cheaper options, "Cheaper Alternatives to SimpliSafe" laid out budget‑friendly systems, hidden fees and which features you can keep without a pricey subscription.
We also busted a few myths. "Do Cameras Work Without Wi‑Fi?" showed which cameras keep recording locally and what you lose without an internet link. "Do Alarms Go Off When WiFi Is Off?" explained the difference between Wi‑Fi and cellular alarms, so you know your home stays protected during outages.
Lighting and power questions got answers too. "Best Wattage for Outdoor Security Lights" helped you match brightness to area size without blowing your electricity bill. And "Wireless CCTV Cameras: Do They Still Need a Power Supply?" cleared up the fact that most “wireless” gear still needs a plug or battery, plus tips for solar options.
Finally, we tackled niche topics like anti‑bark collars, baby monitor hacking, and the Vivint lawsuit, giving you straight facts without legal jargon.
That’s the whole May roundup in a nutshell. Pick the guide that matches your current project, and you’ll be set to upgrade your security, save money, and keep your pets and neighbours happy. Happy protecting!