That old smartphone sitting in a drawer may be more useful than most people realize. Instead of letting it collect dust, Louisiana families can give it a second life as a basic home security camera, and according to tech expert Kim Komando, it only takes a couple of minutes to get started.
For people around Shreveport and Bossier who want a little extra peace of mind without another monthly bill, this is one of those ideas that actually feels practical. With prices still stretching family budgets, finding a way to avoid buying a separate camera system could be a welcome win.
How the setup works
Komando says the process is simple. “Download the free app, Alfred Camera, on both your old phone and your current one.” From there, she explains, “Open Alfred on the old phone and select Camera. Open it on your new phone and select a viewer.”
Once the two devices are connected over Wi-Fi, the older phone can be placed in a corner, left plugged in, and used to monitor a room, entryway, or other part of the house…