Smart home cameras are sometimes invaluable - among other things, they allow you to check on the well-being of your children and pets. Making the right choice when looking for a camera can be challenging, so in this article, we'll help you understand what to pay attention to when choosing a smart camera.

Video Resolution

What to look for: maximum resolution and the ability to choose resolution.

The higher the resolution, the better the quality and clarity of the image. Today's cameras can capture in 4K, but having high resolution doesn't necessarily mean the image will be of high quality. Moreover, high-resolution requires a greater bandwidth and more memory for storing videos. The ability to choose the resolution allows you to select what suits you best - clarity or smoothness.

Motion Detection

What to look for: Does it support motion, sound, and people detection, and are notifications sent upon detection?

New cameras support intelligent recognition of people, objects, and sounds, and send notifications when an event is detected, eliminating the need for constant monitoring.

Local or Cloud Storage

What to look for: What storage is supported - cloud, local, or both.

Video recordings take up a lot of space, which is why smart cameras often allow you to store video recordings in the cloud. This service is usually not free, and the cost depends on the cloud storage capacity and the number of connected devices. However, sometimes there are free trial versions available.

You can also store video recordings on a memory card or a network video recorder (NVR), but remember that these storage options also have limitations.

Ideally, the camera should support both storage methods - cloud and local.

Night Vision

What to look for: range and support for color night vision.

To be able to see objects in the dark, many cameras are equipped with infrared illumination (IR illumination) - using it, the image becomes black and white. In addition to IR illumination, some cameras also support color night vision - using it, the image at night will be in color. Also, don't forget to check the range of night vision.

Two-Way Audio

What to look for: Does it support two-way audio communication?

Two-way audio communication allows you to communicate with people "on the other end of the line" wherever you are. Besides communicating with loved ones, this feature helps to remotely answer doorbells and even deter unwanted guests if they suddenly show up at your home.

Support for Third-Party Services

What to look for: voice control and smart assistants.

Support for voice services such as Google Assistant opens up many possibilities for creating algorithms for smart camera operation in conjunction with other smart home devices. Don't forget to configure the voice assistant to respond only to your commands, as otherwise, anyone can control the camera.

Mobile App

What to look for: convenience and functionality.

Today, it's hard to imagine electronics that can't be controlled with an app. Each manufacturer has its own app - download the app of the camera brand you like to see if it's user-friendly and offers plenty of features.

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