Security systems can be a financial headache. However, Reolink has recently solved that problem with the Argus. Not only is it a great system that is both weatherproof and has an HD resolution, but it is great value.

Firstly, one of the standout features of the Argus camera is that you can put it virtually anywhere in the house. This is because it is wireless! Simply connect it to your Wi-Fi and you can check in on your surveillance at any time on your smartphone.

Not only does the capsule-shaped camera blend into the background easily, but it is also well protected for a plastic model. The Argus camera has all the technical features that you would associate with a basic smartphone.

These include Wi-Fi and the ability to record footage and stream in 1080p quality. Not only is it a handy camera to have indoors, but you can also place it outside your house, without any worry of damage from the elements. It is IP65 weatherproof and can operate in extremely cold conditions.

Another great feature is that it has a 130-degree view and its IR LEDs mean that a lot can be seen, especially at night. There are numerous ways to position the Argus. One way is with a screw-on stalk, while you can also use a magnetic ball and socket.

Not only does the Argus transmit video footage to your phone or laptop, but it can also take still images. This is triggered by a sensor that detects any peculiar movements.

Some of the pros of the camera include its weatherproof design, its high-resolution streaming, and its adaptability in numerous settings. However, some of the cons include its necessity to replace batteries on a regular basis. After 800 hours of continuous usage, you will need to replace them.

Ultimately though, the Reolink Argus is quite the bargain. Although retail prices may vary, you can consider this device a cut-price security system that is both easy to purchase and operate.

Some historical photos shed a light on a historical figure, while others focus on a historical event. But what if we had the chance to see these images with color?

This colorized photo shows Queen Victoria and King Edward VII having a family photo with their children and relatives at a wedding which took place in Coburg, Germany in 1894. This photo is a rare example of the European royal family happily coexisting before World War I broke out. “The whole of our large family party was photographed by English, as well as German photographers,” Victoria wrote in her journal. “Many groups were taken, & some of me with Vicky & my three sons, & William.”

The impact that Albert Einstein has had on physics and the way we think, in general, is unquestionable. The German-born physicist moved to the US to flee the extreme racism he faced and during the last two decades of his life, he lived in Princeton, New Jersey. This colorized photo was taken during his time there and he famously compared Princeton to Pasadena, California. One of the most intelligent people of the 20th century, Einstein worked at the Institute of Advanced Study before his death in 1955.

They didn’t call him the master of suspense for nothing. Sir Alfred Hitchcock is, without a doubt, one of the most important figures in the history of filmmaking, having created masterpieces such as Psycho, Vertigo and The Birds. Seeing that his career spanned over six decades, Hitchcock saw the evolution of cinema before his very eyes and made films both in black and white and in color. Ironically, this photo was originally black and white and has since been colorized.

There is no denying that Joan Crawford is one of the greatest actresses to have ever lived. With a long filmography to her name, Crawford was at the peak of her acting powers when this photo was taken. She was on the set of her movie Letty Lynton, in which she played the title character. Based on the novel of the same name, Letty Lynton is about a young woman who gets away with murder.

There is no denying that Orville and Wilbur Wright revolutionized the way we live. This photo shows the latter piloting a glider in Kitty Hawk, North Carolina in 1902. It’s amazing to think that just a year after this photo was taken, the Wright brothers would go on to invent the world’s first airplane – The Wright Flyer. Traveling would never be the same again and today, the world has never felt smaller, largely due to the internet but also due to planes.

It might come as a surprise, but there was a time when female samurais did exist in Japanese culture. Referred to as the Onna-Bugeisha, these fearless women were taken just as seriously as their male equivalents. During the late 1860s, a massive conflict began between some of the clans of northern Japan. Famous female warrior Nakano Takeko encouraged fellow female samurais to fight with her on the front line and ended up leading between 20 and 30 women in battle.

Back in the 1800s, French Anti-Slavery Society president Édouard René de Laboulaye developed the idea of building the Statue of Liberty in memory of the independence of the United States of America. Although we know that construction was eventually successful, it turns out that it took a number of decades to finish the stunning statue. It takes inspiration from both Libertas, the goddess of freedom, and Columbia, the personification of America. It was transported to the US upon completion.

This colorized photo of The Beatles came when the iconic rock band still had five members. They were performing in Hamburg, Germany because they weren’t getting much success in their home city of Liverpool, which was at the time, an industrialized city. Eventually, John Lennon and co. made the tough decision of dropping their drummer, Pete Best. After they auditioned at EMI Studios in London, the band was advised to drop Pete and despite their apprehension, they went on to be the most successful band of all time.

Let’s face it – Hollywood would look completely different today if Walt Disney wasn’t around. His movies have inspired many generations and long after his passing, his company has become the gargantuan power in the film industry, acquiring huge properties such as Star Wars and Marvel. This colorized photo was taken back in 1955 when Disney was planning his very first theme park – Disneyland. He envisioned a safe place where families could enjoy themselves with no outside disturbances.

It’s amazing to think about how much concrete was used and how many lives were lost to construct the Hoover Dam. Bordering Arizona and Nevada, the dam was originally called the Boulder Dam and was built in honor of Franklin D. Roosevelt. However, it was later agreed that the dam would be renamed in honor of Herbert Hoover. Many workers had relocated to this area during the Great Depression, hoping to have a better quality of life.

One of the most iconic structures in the US is, without a shadow of a doubt, the Golden Gate Bridge. Built to connect San Francisco with Marin County, builders started constructing this beautiful bridge back in 1933 and was unveiled to the public four years later. Before its construction, many believed that it was impossible to build the Golden Gate Bridge. Despite worries that it could cost over $100 million, Joseph Baermann Strauss was determined to get the job done.

Vivien Leigh is widely regarded as one of the most well-respected actresses of the 20th century. However, there is no denying that her most iconic role came as Scarlet O’Hara in the extremely successful movie, 1939’s Gone with the Wind. This colorized photo was taken while Leigh was on the set of the movie. Funnily enough, things could have been so different for Leigh, who nearly didn’t get the part after she used her British accent during the audition process.

One of the most impressive efforts to put together a number of colorized historical photos is The Paper Time Machine. Together with Dynamichrome’s Jordan Lloyd and Retronaut’s Wolfgang Wild, this collaborative effort resulted in a book full of incredible images, including this one. The photo in question is of a mechanic who was fixing a steam pump during the 1920s. Had The Paper Time Machine never happened, people might never have been able to fully appreciate this picture.

While the Dynasphere did not exactly reinvent the wheel, it was still a fascinating invention, to say the least. Dr. John Archibald Purves took inspiration from a sketch made by Leonardo da Vinci and quite literally, rolled with it. He patented the monowheel car in 1930, while also designing electrical and gasoline-powered editions. A common misconception about this colorized photo is that Purves himself is riding the Dynasphere. It’s actually his son who is using it in this test run.

In 1956, Henry Behrens was the smallest man in the world and during this time, it was tough for small people to make a living. In this colorized photo, Behrens can be seen by the door of his home with his pet cat standing next to him. As Behrens was only 30 inches tall, this common black house cat looks more like a small panther than a house pet.

Certainly one of the most important poets in American history is the one and only, Walt Whitman. Bridging the gap between transcendentalism and realism, Whitman is often referred to as the father of free verse. A controversial figure in his heyday, Whitman’s collection Leaves of Grass was considered to be obscene when it was released but is nowadays one of the most revered collections of poetry of the last 200 years. Whitman tried to reach out to the common man through his work.

While the two men in this photo are not particularly famous, the historical event that led to their embrace certainly is. It was a few decades before the fall of the Berlin Wall. However, in 1963, a border pass agreement was made between West and East Germany, two years after its construction. This means that relatives and loved ones from either side could briefly reunite. In this colorized photo, two brothers had been separated for two years before having this emotional reunion.

During the early 20th century, many foreigners came to the United States via Ellis Island in order to pursue the American dream. Between 1892 and 1954, Ellis Island was the country’s biggest immigrant inspections station, processing approximately 12 million immigrants during that time. One of those people was this woman from the French Caribbean archipelago of Guadeloupe. There is a chance that she may have had to stop there on her way to a French-speaking job in Montreal, Canada.

A historical figure whose death was as tragic as his life was successful, Franz Reichelt had a truly unique story. The Austrian-born French tailor designed and made foldable silk wings which earned him 10,000 francs in prize money. These wings, which were referred to as the “parachute-suit,” included rubber linings and a canopy, but still resembled more traditional flight suits that were used at the time. Sadly though, while testing a parachute, Reichelt fell from the Eiffel Tower to his death.

Before social media was even a thing, stars such as Louis Armstrong were having photos of himself taken in a more traditional way. This colorized photo sees the Jazz musician performing for his wife in front of the Pyramids and Sphynx.

Of course, Amelia Earhart is best known for having been the first female pilot ever to have flown over the Atlantic Ocean. Moreover, she was the first pilot to fly across both the Atlantic and the Pacific. However, after a decade of glory, the iconic pilot went missing in 1937 during her attempt to fly around the world. A common theory is that Earhart must have run out of fuel after flying between 35-100 miles away from Howland Island.

A common discipline that soldiers adopt is to abandon their emotional attachments while at war. During World War II, which was arguably the most dangerous war of the 20th century, soldiers were emotionally prepared to not return home. Finding ways to communicate with loved ones was difficult, so that final hug that many soldiers shared with friends and family was absolutely priceless. This colorized photo, which was taken at Penn. Station, New York City, perfectly demonstrates this.

There was something unique about Lucille Ball that other Hollywood stars of the era didn’t seem to have. Due to her affiliation with the Marx Brothers and her eccentric behavior, the I Love Lucy star was difficult to ignore when on screen. Ball admitted that her hard work and persistence were instrumental in her success in the world of film and TV. This colorized photo from the 1940s is a perfect example of Ball’s larger than life persona.

There is no denying that Susan Peters’ final chapter in life was tragic. In 1945, the actress experienced a hunting accident, and she would have to spend the rest of her life in a wheelchair. Amazingly, this didn’t stop Peters from acting. This photo, which has since been colorized, was taken two years before her life-changing accident.

People might be familiar with what the RMS Titanic looked like from the classic 90s movie, directed by James Cameron. However, there are hardly any real color photos, if any, of the passenger liner, which was constructed back in 1909. The RMS Titanic was a thing of luxury, boasting some of the greatest amenities ever seen on a ship. This colorized photo was taken the same year that the ship infamously hit an iceberg and sank in the North Atlantic ocean.