a decent camera. You get a rotating and swiveling camera that is equipped with a motion sensor and intercom function. For communicative operation, the app must be installed on the smartphone/tablet, which works perfectly compared to many camera APPs, is easy to use and allows all essential configurations. If you have already done an installation of this type or are already running Cloud Edge, integrating the cam is child's play. But it is also made easy for newcomers thanks to the precisely described German-language instructions. The result is a high-quality HD live image, in this case with an all-round view. Important: The camera lamp is supplied with power via a power pack, not directly via 230V. This must be taken into account during assembly, as the cable from the power supply to the camera cannot be extended without cutting it.
06/03/2024
AFTER TRYING MORE EXPENSIVE CAMERAS, I FOUND THAT SOME EITHER HAD A CONFUSING APP OR NEEDED A SUBSCRIPTION TO SAVE VIDEO CONTENT.
NOT WITH THIS CAMERA — YOU CAN CHOOSE CLOUD OR INSTALL YOUR OWN MICRO SD CARD FOR VIDEO FILES THAT WILL BE SAVED AS 5 MINUTE CLIPS IN MP4, TIME AND DATE STAMPED SO THEY TRANSFER EASILY TO YOUR MAC/PC AND BROWSE THE FOOTAGE IN REAL TIME INSTEAD OF STREAMING (THIS CAN BE TIDY IF THE INTERNET CONNECTION IS POOR).
WATCHING FILM MATERIAL AT HOME OR IN ANOTHER COUNTRY FROM YOUR MOBILE DEVICE IS EASY AND THE APP ALLOWS MULTIPLE CAMERAS OF THE SAME BRAND/DIFFERENT MODELS.
THE PTZ ROTATION MECHANISM SEEMS TO BE ROBUST AFTER 8 MONTHS. IMAGE QUALITY IS GOOD WITH NIGHT INFRARED OR COLOR NIGHT MODE OPTIONS VIA THE BUILT-IN LED AND COMES WITH CLEAR INSTRUCTIONS, ALL RELEVANT BRACKETS, SCREWS AND A POWER PLUG.
IF YOU MOUNT IT OUTDOORS AND YOUR POWER SUPPLY IS FAR AWAY, THE CABLE COULD BE CONSIDERED SLIGHTLY SHORT BUT I AM SURE THERE ARE WAYS TO EXTEND THE CABLE. THE CABLE IS PERMANENTLY CONNECTED TO THE DEVICE. REMEMBER THIS IF CURRENT RANGE IS A PROBLEM.
I STILL HAVE TO TRY THE CAMERA OUTSIDE... TBC.
FINALLY, THE FREE APP THAT'S INCLUDED: YOU CAN OPEN THE APP WITHOUT WHATEVER ADS HAMMED BEFORE USING ANY OF ITS FEATURES. HOPE IT STAYS THAT WAY!..
I HAVE 6 SECURITY CAMERAS OF THIS BRAND USING THE SAME APP SO I CAN SWIP BETWEEN ALL THE CAMERAS IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE CAMERA CAN BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST IF NECESSARY.
NOT WITH THIS CAMERA — YOU CAN CHOOSE CLOUD OR INSTALL YOUR OWN MICRO SD CARD FOR VIDEO FILES THAT WILL BE SAVED AS 5 MINUTE CLIPS IN MP4, TIME AND DATE STAMPED SO THEY TRANSFER EASILY TO YOUR MAC/PC AND BROWSE THE FOOTAGE IN REAL TIME INSTEAD OF STREAMING (THIS CAN BE TIDY IF THE INTERNET CONNECTION IS POOR).
WATCHING FILM MATERIAL AT HOME OR IN ANOTHER COUNTRY FROM YOUR MOBILE DEVICE IS EASY AND THE APP ALLOWS MULTIPLE CAMERAS OF THE SAME BRAND/DIFFERENT MODELS.
THE PTZ ROTATION MECHANISM SEEMS TO BE ROBUST AFTER 8 MONTHS. IMAGE QUALITY IS GOOD WITH NIGHT INFRARED OR COLOR NIGHT MODE OPTIONS VIA THE BUILT-IN LED AND COMES WITH CLEAR INSTRUCTIONS, ALL RELEVANT BRACKETS, SCREWS AND A POWER PLUG.
IF YOU MOUNT IT OUTDOORS AND YOUR POWER SUPPLY IS FAR AWAY, THE CABLE COULD BE CONSIDERED SLIGHTLY SHORT BUT I AM SURE THERE ARE WAYS TO EXTEND THE CABLE. THE CABLE IS PERMANENTLY CONNECTED TO THE DEVICE. REMEMBER THIS IF CURRENT RANGE IS A PROBLEM.
I STILL HAVE TO TRY THE CAMERA OUTSIDE... TBC.
FINALLY, THE FREE APP THAT'S INCLUDED: YOU CAN OPEN THE APP WITHOUT WHATEVER ADS HAMMED BEFORE USING ANY OF ITS FEATURES. HOPE IT STAYS THAT WAY!..
I HAVE 6 SECURITY CAMERAS OF THIS BRAND USING THE SAME APP SO I CAN SWIP BETWEEN ALL THE CAMERAS IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS WITHOUT ANY PROBLEMS.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE CAMERA CAN BE PROVIDED UPON REQUEST IF NECESSARY.
27/02/2024
I bought this camera because I would like to monitor the courtyard. I have to say that this is my own property and the camera does not record public areas. As far as I know, this is not allowed. It is also important to me that nobody enters my property uninvited. This camera is great for that. She also takes very good pictures at night and lets me know on my cell phone. Installation is easy and quick. My SIM card was already in the camera. Download the app and make personal settings - done. As far as I can tell, solidly made and wireless. I still hoped to be able to observe animals, but it doesn't work there. Nor should she. So I'm totally happy with it.
Image quality night vision excellent
So far even at minus temperatures
Full function
Super support
Image quality night vision excellent
So far even at minus temperatures
Full function
Super support
03/12/2023
For readers in a hurry, the conclusion comes first:
Conclusion
If you are aware of the safety, you can't go wrong with this camera.
It is easy to use and has all the functions you need.
Test report
The power pack, drilling template, screws, dowels, instructions and of course the camera are supplied.
Functions:
The connection cable is permanently installed with the camera.
This may be unfavorable if you want to lay the cable through a wall, so our products are battery-powered or solar-powered.
Alarms are stored on the SD card, you can view them later in the app.
The app is always required for configuration. You have to register there first.
The easy configuration in the app is a plus.
Motion and sound detection are possible. You can also set motion tracking, which also works, but the camera rotates horizontally and vertically. Depending on where the camera is mounted, 2 axes are actually required for motion tracking.
The camera also has a speaker, you can talk through the app. That also works very well.
However, you cannot limit your field of vision in advance, you always have a full field of vision.
You have to be careful with outdoor recordings, since public areas are not allowed to be recorded.
It is very good that the camera can be controlled via the app. Zoom works too.
You can also have your cell phone alert you to movement or noise. It is important here that the app has the appropriate permissions.
Night vision is good, with the integrated LEDs it can also illuminate the surroundings.
Security:
With such cameras that can be accessed via the Internet, you have to trust the manufacturer, because you cannot make any security settings yourself. One must also hope that the manufacturer will react quickly when security gaps are found and update the firmware.
Conclusion
If you are aware of the safety, you can't go wrong with this camera.
It is easy to use and has all the functions you need.
Test report
The power pack, drilling template, screws, dowels, instructions and of course the camera are supplied.
Functions:
The connection cable is permanently installed with the camera.
This may be unfavorable if you want to lay the cable through a wall, so our products are battery-powered or solar-powered.
Alarms are stored on the SD card, you can view them later in the app.
The app is always required for configuration. You have to register there first.
The easy configuration in the app is a plus.
Motion and sound detection are possible. You can also set motion tracking, which also works, but the camera rotates horizontally and vertically. Depending on where the camera is mounted, 2 axes are actually required for motion tracking.
The camera also has a speaker, you can talk through the app. That also works very well.
However, you cannot limit your field of vision in advance, you always have a full field of vision.
You have to be careful with outdoor recordings, since public areas are not allowed to be recorded.
It is very good that the camera can be controlled via the app. Zoom works too.
You can also have your cell phone alert you to movement or noise. It is important here that the app has the appropriate permissions.
Night vision is good, with the integrated LEDs it can also illuminate the surroundings.
Security:
With such cameras that can be accessed via the Internet, you have to trust the manufacturer, because you cannot make any security settings yourself. One must also hope that the manufacturer will react quickly when security gaps are found and update the firmware.
23/10/2023
The K&F Concept KF50.0009AEU is an outdoor surveillance camera with full control via wireless connection. It is powered by an internal lithium battery that can be charged with the included solar panel. The lens mount is motorized and allows remote control of horizontal and vertical movements as well as zooming in and out.
The integrated power source provides some independence in camera location. I placed our sample on a post in the backyard, fairly high up, pointing at the lawn to record wildlife, especially at night. The plastic mount is easily attached with the screws provided. Masonry requires the use of a drill and dowels (preferably better than the cheap examples in the kit). I mounted the solar panel under the camera in a similar fashion, using the pivoting mount to adjust it so that it points slightly upward to harvest as much sunlight as possible. It could be placed away from the camera. The 3-meter tether offers a lot of flexibility in this regard. It plugs into a USB-C socket underneath the device. An alternative power source could possibly be used if sunlight is scarce, but the body of the plug is a bit too small and the socket is surrounded by rubber to keep moisture out, so a suitable cord is needed.
Before all this, the first task is to connect the camera to the home WLAN and download the Ubox app to a smartphone. It's pretty standard for this type of device. I would have liked to use the camera via PC, but it doesn't support Windows. The only option is to use the Android app in an emulator, or possibly use a Windows program with multiple factory cameras. This requires some knowledge and effort, and the camera may need to be set up in the manufacturer's app first to get the necessary details.
The camera can be set up with either a sound signal or a QR code. I had trouble with the former, but the QR code worked right away. The instruction book clearly made some effort, but some of the English language is difficult to follow.
The camera has all the typical features listed. The app is fairly easy to navigate, but not perfect. Recordings can be viewed after a short connection delay. They can be stored on an SD card in the camera or in the cloud (subscription required after the free trial). The recording quality is very satisfactory, and I found this camera generally capable. I'm still trying to set up shots longer than a few seconds, and the battery doesn't last the night at this time of year. It might be better on a safety setting where it's not triggered and not accessed as often.
The integrated power source provides some independence in camera location. I placed our sample on a post in the backyard, fairly high up, pointing at the lawn to record wildlife, especially at night. The plastic mount is easily attached with the screws provided. Masonry requires the use of a drill and dowels (preferably better than the cheap examples in the kit). I mounted the solar panel under the camera in a similar fashion, using the pivoting mount to adjust it so that it points slightly upward to harvest as much sunlight as possible. It could be placed away from the camera. The 3-meter tether offers a lot of flexibility in this regard. It plugs into a USB-C socket underneath the device. An alternative power source could possibly be used if sunlight is scarce, but the body of the plug is a bit too small and the socket is surrounded by rubber to keep moisture out, so a suitable cord is needed.
Before all this, the first task is to connect the camera to the home WLAN and download the Ubox app to a smartphone. It's pretty standard for this type of device. I would have liked to use the camera via PC, but it doesn't support Windows. The only option is to use the Android app in an emulator, or possibly use a Windows program with multiple factory cameras. This requires some knowledge and effort, and the camera may need to be set up in the manufacturer's app first to get the necessary details.
The camera can be set up with either a sound signal or a QR code. I had trouble with the former, but the QR code worked right away. The instruction book clearly made some effort, but some of the English language is difficult to follow.
The camera has all the typical features listed. The app is fairly easy to navigate, but not perfect. Recordings can be viewed after a short connection delay. They can be stored on an SD card in the camera or in the cloud (subscription required after the free trial). The recording quality is very satisfactory, and I found this camera generally capable. I'm still trying to set up shots longer than a few seconds, and the battery doesn't last the night at this time of year. It might be better on a safety setting where it's not triggered and not accessed as often.
14/10/2023
4G cameras usually do not hold signal, NOT this one. NOT a cheap plastic camera toy, it is an important part of a security plan without wifi. The mounting bracket and solar panel and battery life are excellent. Very easy to set up. Don't buy a cheaper version, this one has great PTZ. Good sound quality. The app is reliable and free. A small annual fee gets you cloud service for a year. I am just getting the second one up and running.
12/10/2023
Easy setup, great functions and features, A+++ customer support!
Great picture/video quality and you can communicate via the app/camera!
Money well spent and works great even though most of the time there is only 1 bar for signal.
Highly recommended!!!
I needed assistance to resolve my connectivity issues, but as it turned out, I was out of free data. However, refilling the SIM card was very easy!
Photo and video taken from the app. Had a few people camping on my off-grid property.
All around very happy with this camera.
Time to retire my spypoint junk!
Great picture/video quality and you can communicate via the app/camera!
Money well spent and works great even though most of the time there is only 1 bar for signal.
Highly recommended!!!
I needed assistance to resolve my connectivity issues, but as it turned out, I was out of free data. However, refilling the SIM card was very easy!
Photo and video taken from the app. Had a few people camping on my off-grid property.
All around very happy with this camera.
Time to retire my spypoint junk!
11/10/2023
An external solar-powered camera suitable for setting up and watching your property, especially outdoors.
You can connect to the camera via 2.4GHz WLAN. It is solar powered via a separate solar panel with a 3M cable, so it can be located away from the camera's location. This way, you can locate the panel to get the maximum sunlight it needs. It has a 355-degree pan and tilt view, a spotlight, a PIR motion sensor, super HD night vision, and is compatible with 2-way rakes. Besides, it is waterproof up to IP66.
However, please note that you need to place it where it will receive maximum sunlight to keep it charged and give it enough power to work in winter.
The camera is operated via the "uBox" app and has cloud and micro SD card, secure storage and remote access. It supports up to 128GB SD card, although this is not included, which is a shame, but they are cheap enough these days, which is why I always wonder why they don't include one, maybe it's to get you to buy the cloud storage.
You can also charge it via USB, especially handy for the winter months when the sun may not be strong enough to fully charge the camera.
I wanted this camera to keep an eye on my garden area, as it's difficult to locate power cables on an exterior wall without drilling large holes. This solar system is hopefully the answer when our winters allow it to be sufficiently charged. I have a garden that faces east/west so it can track the sun all day, and I believe it will charge even on the cloudiest days. I will report back now that summer seems to be over and let you know if the batteries are sufficiently charged. But as mentioned, you have the option of charging USB either via a powerbank or other mobile source, but I may update it when winter comes.
The camera and panel were easy to mount with the included screws and connected effortlessly to my WLAN. I didn't have to turn off my 5 GHz setup for this to happen.
The camera is easy to operate, via the app on your phone or pad, even remotely.
A great, solidly built kit that I hope is as reliable as it looks.
I'm happy to recommend it.
You can connect to the camera via 2.4GHz WLAN. It is solar powered via a separate solar panel with a 3M cable, so it can be located away from the camera's location. This way, you can locate the panel to get the maximum sunlight it needs. It has a 355-degree pan and tilt view, a spotlight, a PIR motion sensor, super HD night vision, and is compatible with 2-way rakes. Besides, it is waterproof up to IP66.
However, please note that you need to place it where it will receive maximum sunlight to keep it charged and give it enough power to work in winter.
The camera is operated via the "uBox" app and has cloud and micro SD card, secure storage and remote access. It supports up to 128GB SD card, although this is not included, which is a shame, but they are cheap enough these days, which is why I always wonder why they don't include one, maybe it's to get you to buy the cloud storage.
You can also charge it via USB, especially handy for the winter months when the sun may not be strong enough to fully charge the camera.
I wanted this camera to keep an eye on my garden area, as it's difficult to locate power cables on an exterior wall without drilling large holes. This solar system is hopefully the answer when our winters allow it to be sufficiently charged. I have a garden that faces east/west so it can track the sun all day, and I believe it will charge even on the cloudiest days. I will report back now that summer seems to be over and let you know if the batteries are sufficiently charged. But as mentioned, you have the option of charging USB either via a powerbank or other mobile source, but I may update it when winter comes.
The camera and panel were easy to mount with the included screws and connected effortlessly to my WLAN. I didn't have to turn off my 5 GHz setup for this to happen.
The camera is easy to operate, via the app on your phone or pad, even remotely.
A great, solidly built kit that I hope is as reliable as it looks.
I'm happy to recommend it.
09/10/2023
First camera was defective. After contact with the seller immediate replacement. Fast replacement delivery. Can be recommended
08/10/2023
I bought the camera to monitor our gazebo. It should run with a SIM card, since there is no Wi-Fi in the garden and be independent of power via a solar panel. With this camera I made the right choice, I am very satisfied so far. So far, the battery level always shows 100%, although the days are getting shorter and the sun hits the camera only in the afternoon. I feel the image quality is very good (2nd photo), I do not need more. I can see how my garden looks at any time from anywhere, I'm happy about that. I can also take photos or videos very quickly. And the microphone works fine. Sometimes I have to press 2-3 times on the screen to connect to the camera, but that may be due to my data volume provider. Doesn't bother me much. The camera reacts very quickly to movement, I get a message on my phone immediately. Overall, I am very satisfied, I would like to see a few more settings in the app. For example, a setting that the camera films or photographs the "intruder" for a few minutes (at choice) when there is movement. There are unfortunately too few setting options. But overall I am super satisfied and the customer service is very easy to contact and you get by return of post very friendly answers and help. I am so far top satisfied, recommendable camera and I hope it stays that way for a long time.
07/10/2023