Lehi-based tech company wins 2020 CES Editors' Choice Award for smart home product
(KUTV) — BodyGuardz, a local Utah tech company, won a 2020 CES Editors' Choice Award for its Over-The-Door Camera.
The award is given to the company with the best products that consumers will want to buy in 2020, according to a press release.
BodyGuardz aims to provide home security for renters and others who prefer portable protection while at home and on the go.
“We have taken an innovative approach to smart home products that provide the same peace of mind offered by existing products in this space with added convenience and portability that consumers today are looking for,” said Kirk Feller, CEO of BodyGuardz.
Portability and flexibility are top of mind for today’s consumers and we are excited to make this category accessible to a whole new demographic of renters and travelers.
According to a press release, the Lehi-based company offers three portable smart home products, including a portable security camera, portable over-door camera, and portable emergency unit:
Portable 360-degree Security Camera — A compact, self-contained home security camera that can easily be set up anywhere. Powered by a rechargeable battery, this is the perfect solution for anyone who wants security and peace of mind wherever they go.
- Full coverage - Covers more area and angles with a full 360-degree camera rotation to eliminate blind spots.
- Self-contained - USB charging cord and plug are integrated into the camera base, so it stores and sets up easily anywhere. Perfect for renters, permanent homeowners, travelers, and students.
- Convenient - Works seamlessly without a hard installation. Simply power it on, configure your mobile app and it’s ready to go.
- Ultimate portability - Designed to be self-contained, compact and portable with a long-lasting rechargeable battery for security on the go.
- Cloud storage - Automatically saves recordings to the cloud with options to upgrade for more storage capacity.
Dual Camera Door Security — Like a portable version of a camera doorbell, BodyGuardz’s portable over-door camera allows you to communicate with visitors in real-time both remotely through a smartphone and from the unit itself.
- Dual-camera - Two security cameras in one device, the exterior and interior cameras give full coverage and visibility to both sides of your door.
- Zero installation - Offers the same protection as a video doorbell without permanent installation, and is universal to most doors. Simply place on top of your door and you’re ready to go.
- Advanced peephole - Allows a quick visual via the imbedded screen to see who is there as well as interaction via microphone.
- Remote - Provides remote access to video and audio through the app, allowing interaction with visitors even when not home.
- Ultimate portability - Protects at home and on-the-go. Use on a front, back, or side door, or take it with you on vacation. This camera is packable and rechargeable.
- Cloud storage - Automatically saves recordings to the cloud with options to upgrade for more storage capacity.
Portable 5-in-1 Emergency Hub — A 5-in-1 smart emergency preparedness hub and weather alert system that flags potential events in your area while providing the power and peace of mind that you need.
- Emergency alerts - By connecting to local NOAA and other national weather alert services, users can receive critical warnings of localized environmental threats to the area both at home and on the road.
- Always have power - Charges devices with a backup battery for emergency situations.
- Panic Button - Sounds a 90-decibel siren and alerts loved ones that users are in an emergency situation.
- Blackout - Functions as a flashlight with a high-powered light beam to illuminate your path during power outages and other emergencies.
- Nightlight - Provides ambient lighting for the key area where it’s plugged in.
