Abstract: A surveillance apparatus includes a housing, a cellular modem, one or more cameras coupled to a video processor/server, an input/output device, and a power source. The cellular modem is coupled to the housing. An antenna is coupled to the modem. One or more cameras are coupled to the video processor/server for capturing data from the one or more cameras. The video processor/server is coupled to the modem to permit the transmission of data therefrom. A plurality of external connectors are coupled to the housing and the video processor/server. The power source is for powering the cellular modem and the video processor/server. The surveillance apparatus permits a user to monitor a location remotely using the cellular modem.

Abstract: Protective ear shades for headwear such as caps, which shades include a pair of cupped or oblate shades extending from stitched or sewn attachment to the sides of the cap over the ears to protect the ears from ultraviolet radiation. In a preferred embodiment the protective ear shades curve from the headband or side margin of the cap upwardly and outwardly in a cupped configuration toward the crown and then downwardly and forwardly to the bill of the cap. In another preferred embodiment of the invention one or more stiffeners or reinforcements are provided in the ear shades to maintain the shades in the desired protruding, cupped and oblate configuration over the ears.