If have an old Android device you don't use anymore, you might be looking for a way to upcycle. Here's a simple way to turn that device into a security cam.

Have an old smartphone lying around the house? Revamp it into your home's new security camera without breaking the bank.

If you have an old phone collecting dust in a drawer, you can quickly and easily turn it into a security camera for your home.

If you want to monitor your security camera remotely live or receive motion alerts from it, you will need an Android phone for the camera, as well as a second device.

If your old phone is still online -- like when you're using it as a security camera -- that's a problem. First, we recommend wiping any personal data off the phone before you transform it into a ...

It's a great way to reuse old technology while boosting your safety inside the home. The easiest way to repurpose a smartphone as a security camera is to download an app from the Play Store.

Choosing the right security camera Before connection, you should check to see if your security camera works with phone permitting remote access.

Need to keep an eye on something in your house or business, but can't be in two places at once? This free app makes it easy to set up a simple remote camera using any old Android phone.

This how-to guide will show you how to use Alfred, or any of a number of other apps, to turn your old cell phone into a security camera.