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How to protect your Cyber Monday packages from porch pirates this holiday season

Video doorbells are also a growing in popularity across the U.S. In the second quarter of 2023, 20% of U.S. households had a video doorbell, according to the Smart Home Consumer Insights Dashboard provided by Parks Associates, a market research firm focused on electronics. The industry is expected to surpass $5 billion by 2028, more than tripling over a seven-year span.

From the article, "How to protect your Cyber Monday packages from porch pirates this holiday season" by Sasha Richie

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