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How to turn your old Android phone or iPhone into a security camera - in 4 easy steps

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STIX ID: report--c5d72cbb-0497-5e16-b4c8-f965610bfbcb

Feed Name: ZDNet Security

Date Published: 2026-03-19

Date Updated: 2026-04-26

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**Executive summary:** This ZDNet how-to explains how to convert an old smartphone into a low-cost home security camera using free apps (such as Alfred Camera), recommends wiping and updating the device, discusses placement, mounts, power and connectivity considerations, and compares the approach to buying purpose-built cameras.

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