While we have covered smart cameras before, in this article we look at smart indoor security and video doorbells.
SMART INDOOR CAMERAS
Smart cameras can be deployed for indoor monitoring of babies, and elderly relatives living in the home.
What classifies as a smart indoor camera?
The best way to discuss this is to use an example of our most popular camera – the Imou Ranger 2 camera.
So let’s look at the features of this camera, as most smart cameras should include some of these features.
- The camera offers 360 degree coverage with it’s ability to pan and tilt around a room,
- Employs AI to detect human shapes,
- Is available in high resolutions starting at 2 megapixel (1080p),
- Includes a built in siren that will activate when a human is detected,
- Employs smart tracking of a human around the room, once detected,
- Identifies abnormal noises, such as a baby crying, or glass breaking.
- Uses Infra-Red for night light vision,
- Records to a SD card, when added to the camera,
- Is wi-fi compatible,
- Has privacy masking,
- Includes a two way communication feature – speak and listen,
- Is easily paired to your home wi-fi,
- Is remotely accessible from a smart phone or device.
- It’s aesthetics blend in well to any home,
- Can stand on a desk or be mounted to a ceiling or wall.
Other manufacturers are introducing true wire free cameras. These cameras operate on long lasting battery solutions.
These cameras provide indoor security, and contribute to family well-being – you are able to monitor the baby or elderly parent in a different room, monitor the kids when they get home, even speak to them, speak to your pets and listen in on what is happening at your home, while you are away.
In the context of smart homes, many of these cameras can be configured to trigger specific actions based on what they see.
VIDEO DOORBELLS
You have likely seen many videos on YouTube and tiktok, which highlight the value of having a video doorbell.
The video doorbell supplements the surveillance system – as an extra camera.
- A video doorbell is a strong deterrent to criminals.
- Confirming the delivery companies excuses, when they claim you were not home when they tried to deliver your parcel,
- The video doorbell enables you to see who is at your door, and to speak to them. Effectively screen your visitors to filter out unwanted visitors.
- Track who was at the door while you were away,
- Research suggests that the value of homes with various types of security features, is enhanced,
- Security features can also leverage a reduction in insurance fees.
Many video doorbells, can also be configured to trigger specific actions based on what they see. Some units fitted with facial recognition, are able to unlock the door based on an authorised face match.
Video Doorbells fitted with motion sensors, will let you know when someone is at the door – even if they don’t press the intercom.
Visitors can be screened and the door unlocked remotely from a smart phone or device.
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