Now it is very easy to build your own siren sound alarm, small enough to be carried in a garment pocket. This powerful audio-visual alert device is realized using the renowned Arduino platform. The 9V ...

In the microcontroller era today, Arduino is more than just a tool to accomplish hobby tasks. There is actually a close relationship between microcontroller technology and home security, since you can ...

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The device also keeps track of temperature and humidity. The entire system can be controlled via a web interface. The Arduino serves a web page that allows the user full control over the alarm.

Making your own security system isn't too hard, but if you'd like a super cheap and simple method, Instructables user deba168 shows how to make a wireless motion detector with an Arduino.