CCTV

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 …

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 …

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 …

I have previously been impressed with some of the surveillance cameras from Annke. The Annke NC400 that I reviewed back in 2021 was a highlight, providing true colour night vision for under £100. Reolink, who I consistently praise, have only just released their first ColorX 4MP colour night vision. The Annke NightChroma NCPT500 appears to …

I have previously reviewed the Eufy Security Video Doorbell S330 and still use it today. It has been the best doorbell camera I have used. Recently, Eufy launched the new Eufy Video Doorbell E340, which is very similar in many ways but has a couple of important improvements. Eufy Video Doorbell E340 vs Video Doorbell …

Home surveillance cameras have become increasingly popular and accessible in recent years due to the wide range of options available and affordable products that some brands offer. One such product is the Ezviz CB2 Smart Home Battery Camera, a tiny battery-powered indoor camera that is available for just £60. Specification The Ezviz CB2 is a …

With the current surge in home automation and smart living, security cameras have evolved from being just another piece of tech to a crucial part of our daily lives. One player making significant strides in this space is TP-Link, with their Tapo C420 Outdoor Security Camera. TP-Link Tapo C420S2 Specification Table TP-Link Tapo C420 Features …

I have previously reviewed the Reolink Duo PoE, Duo 4G and the Reolink Duo 2 WiFi and have been impressed with all of them. The original Reolink Duo was a fantastic concept but was let down slightly by using two separate camera feeds. The Reolink Duo 2 fixed this issue and stitched the two feeds …

Reolink has stormed into IFA 2023, Europe’s premier home appliances trade show, with a jaw-dropping line-up of next-generation home security solutions. Operating under the banner, “[4K Solar +] Security Solutions, We Go Beyond”, the brand is set to redefine the boundaries of home security technology. Ali Park, the Regional Sales Manager at Reolink, couldn’t contain …

Ezviz has launched a new camera to the UK market: the EB8 4G 2K Pan & Tilt Battery Camera. This groundbreaking device addresses a common challenge faced by many users – the lack of power or Wi-Fi connectivity in expansive open spaces. The EB8 camera stands out by seamlessly merging 4G cellular networks with a …

Realink today is celebrating its 14th anniversary of developing revolutionary security products for homeowners and small business owners. As part of the 14th anniversary, Reolink will be doing various activities, including giveaways and also with up to 40% discounts on Reolink’s anniversary epic sale. Check out the Reolink 14th Aniversary Promotions In the past year, …

I have previously reviewed the Annke Crater and some of their excellent POE cameras, including the NC400 True Full Colour Night Vision camera. The Annke Crater Pro is essentially the same as the previous Crater I reviewed, but the camera sensor has had a significant upgrade and now has a 4MP resolution capable of 2560×1440 …

I have been a big fan of Reolink over the past few years. I have found that they make the best-value POE surveillance cameras on the market. However, other, more expensive options, from the likes of Hikvision, offered superior image quality and superior low-light performance. The ColorVu cameras were all capable of producing colour video …

Following my review of the excellent Aqara Smart Video Doorbell G4, I thought it would be a good idea to see what video doorbells support Apple HomeKit in the UK. I am not personally an Apple user, so it isn’t really something that I have paid too much attention to in the past. While there …

The Aqara Video Doorbell G4 was announced globally a couple of weeks ago many Aqara and HomeKit users have been waiting impatiently for it. This camera ticks a lot of boxes that popular alternatives from brands like Arlo, Eufy and Ring lack. This is one of the few video doorbells on the market that is …

Aqara is entering the competitive world of smart doorbells with the global launch of the Video Doorbell G4. This is not to be confused with the Ubiquiti UniFi Protect G4 Doorbell but it does make a good alternative product to it.   While some aspects of this doorbell camera look like appealing than the competition, …