Philips Hue Floodlight Camera Review
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Philips Hue Floodlight Camera Review

The Philips Hue Floodlight Camera was announced at IFA 2023 as part of the Philips Hue Secure launch, along with three other cameras. It joins a growing number of floodlight cameras on the market, but its integration with the Philips Hue ecosystem sets it apart. As I am heavily invested in Philips Hue, I have…

Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera 2K (2nd Generation) Review – VMC3050
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Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera 2K (2nd Generation) Review – VMC3050

I have previously reviewed the excellent Arlo Essential and Essential XL outdoor wireless security cameras. Arlo has now released a second generation of its Essential range with four new products, including a second-generation version of the two Essential outdoor cameras, a 2K Essential Video Doorbell, and an Essential indoor camera. The Arlo Essential Outdoor Camera…

Arlo Launches New Essential Range with 2K Resolution and 4-in-1 Security Features
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Arlo Launches New Essential Range with 2K Resolution and 4-in-1 Security Features

Arlo has unveiled its latest Essential range in the UK, designed to meet the growing consumer demand for affordable yet comprehensive home security solutions. The new range boasts a variety of cutting-edge features, including 2K resolution for crystal-clear video quality and 4-in-1 security capabilities encompassing video recording, audio monitoring, motion detection, and deterrence. Related Reviews…

SpotCam Solo Pro Review – Wire-Free Surveillance Camera System
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SpotCam Solo Pro Review – Wire-Free Surveillance Camera System

I have previously reviewed the SpotCam Video Doorbell 2 and found it to be a good, affordable alternative to popular video doorbells such as Ring, Eufy and Arlo. Spotcam recently launched the SpotCam Solo Pro, which is a wireless camera system designed to compete with wireless surveillance cameras such as the Arlo Pro 5 and…

Botslab Video Doorbell 2 Pro Review – R811
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Botslab Video Doorbell 2 Pro Review – R811

Botslab is a new company to me. Looking at their Amazon store, they are relatively new to the market, with the Botslab S8 robot vacuum being listed for around 18 months. It appears they have recently launched a range of security cameras, with the Botslab Video Doorbell 2 Pro being their latest launch. I have…

Reolink Duo 3 PoE Camera Review – A big improvement in image quality vs Duo 2
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Reolink Duo 3 PoE Camera Review – A big improvement in image quality vs Duo 2

The Reolink Duo 3 was announced at CES 2024 and is a logical evolution of the Reolink Duo series. The new model has a significantly improved resolution while retaining the dual-lens setup, which stitches the images together to create a 180° video feed running at 4608×1728. Past Reolink Reviews Reolink Duo 3 PoE vs Duo…

Best Video Doorbell Cameras with ONVIF / RTSP Support for NVR / Synology / Blue Iris
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Best Video Doorbell Cameras with ONVIF / RTSP Support for NVR / Synology / Blue Iris

I have been a big fan of video doorbells for several years and have used most of the popular options out there, including the Eufy Security Video Doorbell S330, Ring Video Doorbell 4, Arlo Essential Video Doorbell and the Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4. I also run several POE surveillance cameras and have reviewed options…

Annke Whiffle 1080P Video Doorbell Camera Review – How good can a £30 doorbell camera be?
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Annke Whiffle 1080P Video Doorbell Camera Review – How good can a £30 doorbell camera be?

I have reviewed a lot of video doorbell cameras over the years. As someone who works from home and receives a lot of packages, I have found these to be an essential piece of tech in my home as I get motion and doorbell notifications through to both my phone and watch, meaning I rarely…

Reolink Duo 3 PoE vs Duo 2 Security Camera – Now with 16MP 7680×2160 resolution
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Reolink Duo 3 PoE vs Duo 2 Security Camera – Now with 16MP 7680×2160 resolution

At CES 2024, Reolink has unveiled its latest home security camera, the Duo 3 PoE. The new dual-lens outdoor camera offers higher resolution and expanded features compared to the previous Duo 2 model. Further Reading Reolink Duo 3 vs Duo 2 PoE Specification Comparison Overview of the Reolink Duo 3 PoE The Duo 3 PoE…

Imou DB60 Video Doorbell Review
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Imou DB60 Video Doorbell Review

The Imou DB60 is an affordable wireless video doorbell with a built-in battery that offers convenient installation without the need for wiring. It captures video in 2560 x 1920 resolution with H.265 compression and has motion detection, human detection, and two-way audio. I tested the Imou DB60 for several weeks to see how it performs…

Reolink RLC-823A 16X Review: 4K PoE IP Camera with 16X PTZ
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Reolink RLC-823A 16X Review: 4K PoE IP Camera with 16X PTZ

The Reolink RLC-823A 16X was launched earlier this year, and as the name suggests, it is essentially the same as the existing Reolink RLC-823A, but the zoom has been increased to 16x vs 5x. This is the most expensive camera Reolink does. I would say that it is quite a niche camera as the zoom…

Eufy Floodlight Camera E340 Review vs S330 Floodlight Cam 2 Pro
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Eufy Floodlight Camera E340 Review vs S330 Floodlight Cam 2 Pro

I reviewed the superb Eufy Security Floodlight Cam 2 Pro two years ago, which now seems to be called the Eufy Floodlight Camera S330. I continued to use it until recently, and it has been my favourite floodlight camera up until now. Recently, Eufy announced the new Eufy Floodlight Camera E340, which is a dual-lens…