Surveillance & Accessories
Logitech recently released the Circle 2 security cameras and some accompanying accessories for them. Here’s a quick rundown of the goods.
Up first is the Wire-Free Circle 2, which captures up to 1080p resolution video at 30 fps, and delivers up to 15' of night
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When it comes to providing security for your business, perhaps you’re more used to hearing about cybersecurity. While a cybersecurity breach can have far-reaching and long-lasting effects, it’s not the only aspect of security that should raise concerns. My father runs his own business and I can’t tell you how many times someone backed into the railing leading up to the main entrance. Was it a client… could it have been the UPS driver? Finally, he put up concrete posts next to the rail, so now anyone who backs into those will probably be
Surveillance varies widely in form and function, since nearly every piece of hardware is designed to suit a specific purpose. A device that will best address the concerns of a bank won’t usually be suitable or necessary for installation in your home. We’ll talk about what questions you should ask yourself when shopping and explain some of the advantages of different solutions. Later, we’ll get into some of the details behind the features and technology. Let’s start by talking about what you should keep in mind before you start shopping.
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Ready to learn some more? Good! Last time we talked about the things to think about when buying cameras, and we even took some shortcuts. This time, we’ll cover a little bit about the technology and some specs you should look at, as well as talking a little about storage.
Going Analog in the Digital Age
A few years ago, the surveillance industry pivoted toward IP (Internet Protocol) video after users had spent decades building out analog infrastructure in the form of wiring and storage systems. Analog video used the same sort of signal system
Designed for medium and large businesses establishments, Dahua’s Ultra Series cameras are the best of the best of its 2017 surveillance camera lineup. The Ultra Series 8MP Varifocal Outdoor Bullet and Dome cameras feature 8MP sensors that capture up to Ultra HD 4K resolution video (3840 x 2160) at the space-saving frame rate of 15 fps, or 2560 x 1440 high resolution at real-time 30 fps, both ideal for advanced security operations where fine details are important.
The two models share the same features except for differences mainly in form
Digital Watchdog’s recently released MEGApix lineup is designed to provide you with an affordable, high-resolution, day/night surveillance solution for your commercial or office establishment. The lineup includes four 4MP Outdoor Network Turret Cameras with Night Vision, all sharing a similar housing for visual consistency. They all record in up to 2592 x 1520 resolution at 30 fps but come with different lenses for various types of spaces.
Three of the models have a fixed focal length lens, while the fourth offers a varifocal lens with
Keep an eye on your home (or office) from anywhere in the world with Samsung’s new SmartCam Wi-Fi home monitoring cameras. Place the SmartCam HD Plus Indoor Camera on any shelf or stand in your home, or attach it to a wall. Mount the SmartCam PoE Outdoor Camera anywhere around the
Ezviz has released a new, fully wireless surveillance system, called the Mini Trooper. Unlike most other surveillance systems that require cables for power and network connection, the Mini Trooper system is a truly wire-free solution. No longer do you need to lay down long cable runs and drill through multiple layers of your home or office. The Mini Trooper system is simple: connect the Base Station to your router either via Wi-Fi or directly using the RJ45 Ethernet port, and then connect the Mini Trooper cameras via Wi-Fi to the Base Station
Nest has released an upgraded indoor security camera, dubbed the Nest Cam IQ. It has all the features you’ve come to expect from Nest Cam, but adds significantly more, to make it a real improvement on its younger brother. For starters, it has an improved 4K sensor, boasting 8MP and 12x digital zoom. The maximum resolution is 1080p at 30 fps, but with Nest’s Supersight technology, the company brings added image clarity with the help of
Are you still impressed by run-of-the-mill, Full HD 1080p video? It’s time to think bigger and clearer. Swann’s newest offerings deliver even greater resolution alongside an array of features to elevate your surveillance capabilities.
Swann’s NHD-818 Bullet Camera packs high-quality components into a small package to offer 4MP resolution during the day and at night, thanks to built-in IR LEDs around the lens. This camera
To help monitor your property more closely, ezviz has released some additions to its surveillance lineup. Building on the company’s already impressive assortment of cameras and DVRs, ezviz has now added higher-resolution optics and even more powerful recorders to the mix. Able to capture high-quality video similar to network cameras, the ezviz 3MP bullet camera grants users the ability to monitor both indoor and outdoor areas with ease in
Looking for a new surveillance kit? Megapixels, hard drives, bullet cameras, and dome cameras—ugh. Where do you begin? Picking out a surveillance system can be difficult but, thankfully, Swann has released new kits to help simplify that process. All six of the kits mentioned here include the same network video recorder (NVR) and come with an assortment of camera options.
First and foremost, the NVR has eight inputs, allowing you to connect eight network cameras to keep an eye on eight areas around your home or business. Simple enough, right?
Saving the world is a monumental task, but it’s all in a day’s work for a secret agent. Apart from extensive training and a repertoire of finely honed skills, such an impressive operative needs the right set of tools to complete his or her objectives. So, your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to find the perfect gift for the spy who loves you. No small task, either, because this means you’re partly responsible for his or her success or failure. Fortunately, B&H is in the know, and is here to help with a diverse selection of
MOBOTIX, a leader in security systems and surveillance products, offers a sleek solution to entryway monitoring. MOBOTIX’s Door Station product line is a complete system designed for businesses and homeowners alike, to help provide visual and aural communication with visitors, as well as access control.
One part of the system is the T25 Door Station Camera
Are you looking for a security camera, but want versatility in placement? Does mounting multiple cameras to your wall frighten you? If either of these concerns applies to you, check out iPATROL’s Riley Home Security Camera. With Riley, you don’t need to worry about mounting positions, cable runs, or power