Dana Whitfield
Dana focuses on smart locks, keypads, and keyless entry, helping readers control who gets into their home and when without giving up everyday convenience.
Articles by Dana Whitfield
- Home Security
Wireless vs Wired Security Systems: Pros, Cons, and What to Pick (2026 Guide)
Wireless and wired security systems both protect homes, but they work very differently. Here is a clear, no-nonsense comparison to help you decide which setup fits your home in 2026.
Sep 5, 2026 · 4 min read - Industry News
Smart Pet Feeders Meet Smart Homes: What a New Data-Tracking Feeder Review Means for Security-Minded Households
A hands-on review of Petlibro's new data-tracking smart feeder highlights a bigger trend: more connected devices are entering the home, and that means more entry points to think about protecting. Here is what MFPGSecurity takes away from it.
Sep 3, 2026 · 2 min read - Industry News
Anker Solix Deal Ends Soon: What Home Backup Power Sales Mean for Your Security System
A limited-time Best Buy discount on the Anker Solix S2000 home battery is a reminder that backup power is becoming a bigger part of home security planning. Here is what homeowners should know.
Sep 2, 2026 · 2 min read - Industry News
Traveling This Season? Here's the Smarter Way to Check a Rental for Hidden Cameras
A recent CNET piece highlights a cheap kitchen gadget travelers pack for rental stays. It's a reminder of a bigger issue: privacy risks in short-term rentals. Here's what MFPGSecurity thinks homeowners and travelers should actually do about it.
Sep 2, 2026 · 2 min read - Security Cameras
How to Choose a Video Doorbell That Works With Your ADT Monitored Home
Not every video doorbell plays nicely with a professionally monitored security system. Here is what to check before you buy, and how ADT-compatible doorbell cameras fit into a whole-home security setup.
Aug 31, 2026 · 4 min read - Monitoring
Inside ADT Monitoring Centers: What Happens When Your Alarm Triggers
Ever wonder what actually happens in the seconds after your alarm goes off? Here is a plain-English look inside ADT monitoring centers, from signal to dispatch.
Aug 29, 2026 · 4 min read - Industry News
Smart Desk Gadgets Are Trending, But Don't Forget Home Office Security
A recent CNET roundup highlights the best smart home devices for your desk or office. MFPGSecurity breaks down what these gadgets mean for remote workers and why professional monitoring still matters.
Aug 25, 2026 · 2 min read - Industry News
Smart Pool Monitors Are on Sale: What They Do and Where They Fit in Your Home Security Plan
A deep discount on a smart pool monitor is putting water safety tech in the spotlight. Here is what these devices actually do, and how they compare to a professionally monitored home security system.
Aug 23, 2026 · 2 min read - Industry News
Smartphone Deals Are Everywhere, But Your Home Security Shouldn't Be an Afterthought
A recent roundup of Amazon deals highlights record-low prices on phones like the Nothing Phone 3, a reminder that many of us shop hard for gadgets while overlooking the smart-home and security tech that actually protects what's inside our homes.
Aug 13, 2026 · 2 min read - Industry News
Smart Home Trends Worth Watching: What an AeroGarden Deal Tells Us About the Connected Home
A popular indoor smart garden just hit its lowest price ever, and its a good reminder of how many connected gadgets now live under one roof. Heres what that means for your smart home setup and security.
Aug 12, 2026 · 2 min read - Smart Home
ADT vs Abode: Which Smart Security Platform Suits Your Home?
Abode and ADT take different approaches to smart home security, one leans DIY and flexible, the other leans professionally installed and monitored. Here is how they actually compare for homeowners in 2026.
Aug 5, 2026 · 4 min read