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Motion detection camera recommendations

  • 12-06-2018 01:44PM
    #1
    B00MSTICK
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 1,917 ✭✭✭


    Hi all,

    Hopefully I'm posting this in the right place - please move if not.
    I'm looking for a camera to face our front door/driveway, ideally with motion detection and some kind of mobile app alert functionality.

    Some unwanted peeking through letterboxes/windows or looking for car keys on hall stands have been reported so want something to act as a deterrent.

    The Ring doorbell has come up too but just wondering if there is another system that will work just as well/better?

    I'm more concerned about getting the alert and being able to shout out the window rather than reviewing the recorded footage.

    Cheers,
    Paul


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  • #2
    bk
    Moderators, Motoring & Transport Moderators, Technology & Internet Moderators Posts: 23,629 Mod ✭✭✭✭bk


    I suggest you look on the Home Automation and Internet of Things forum:
    https://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/forumdisplay.php?f=1777

    Lots and lots of threads there are about these sort of camera systems from people who have them.

    Nest doorbell and outdoor camera are really good options, well reviewed, but a bit expensive and require expensive subscription.

    Wired Logitech Circle 2 camera is a cheaper option, but also requires a sub. I've this myself (without the sub and used as an indoor camera).

    Arlo cameras, Blink Cameras and as you mention Ring cameras. I'm sure there are others I've forgotten.

    BTW most of these support two way speech, so you can talk to a person in your garden, without needing to shout out the window (handy if you happen to be out and about at the time).


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