The Official Smarthome Blog – All Things Home Automation

Keep your surveillance very discreet with a hidden camera. This wall clock looks and can be used as a regular time keeping clock but also contains a hidden camera. It records high resolution video to be stored on micro SD cards up to 16GB (sold separately). At 72 degrees, the camera’s viewing angle keeps you aware of most of the room activity. The camera can be set to record like a normal video camera or activate and begin recording when it detects motion. A rechargeable lithium-ion battery records up to 10 hours on a full charge so you record plenty of hours of video. Use the included remote control for easier control of your camera. Signals are not transmitted, so you can be sure no one will accidentally tap into the signal and see your footage.
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Sends video over your broadband connection, with no PC required after initial setup. View live activity at your home or office over any internet browser or on your smartphone. Log in remotely and control the pan/tilt functions in addition to viewing the video. Connect to your network using Cat5 cable and the RJ45 port, or wirelessly through your 80211b/g WiFi router. The camera can send you an email when an alarm is triggered so you know to check in on the home front. Set alarms for motion detection from an external alarm input. There is a bank of infrared LEDs for clear video even in total darkness. Runs on 5VDC from an AC adapter (included). For indoor installations only. Read more

Many of us have experienced instances where the most obvious place to hide will turn out to be the least obvious place to hide. The validity of this statement is proven with the Oval OFFICE Nameplate Camera/DVR from Mini Gadgets. This is their latest design in hidden cameras. Built into an average looking plaque inscribed OFFICE, this camera is conveniently hidden from those standing around it, in plain sight. Amazingly clear video captures every detail after the motion activation has set the unit into record mode. No need to constantly replace batteries, the built Li-Ion rechargeable battery will keep video flowing while a Micro SD card (sold separately) stores the footage. Read More

Have you always wanted to add video surveillance to your home or office but were leery of the price? Have you been hesitant to buy a camera system because you didn’t want to have it professionally installed? Then the Smarthome Wireless IP Security Camera with Night Vision is the perfect solution for you! For under $100 you can get a quality camera, designed to be installed by do it yourselfers, that delivers crisp, clear images and video in either daylight or night. Order multiple units to add surveillance to various locations throughout your home or office.

The Smarthome Wireless IP Security Camera with Night Vision is a great solution for:
• People who travel – check in on your loved ones, home and possessions from anywhere in the world
• Business owners and managers – make sure the staff is working if you are away; check in on your office after hours to make sure it is safe and secure
• People with children – use the camera as a baby cam or check in on the nanny or babysitter – the two way audio feature is great for monitoring little ones
• People with multiple homes or vacation property – keep your peace of mind by knowing your investment is safe
• Farmers and ranch owners – want to see what is happening in your barn, shed or stalls, but don’t want to leave your home…now you don’t have to
• Pool/Hot Tub owners – receive an image when motion is detected near your pool or hot tub (camera should be mounted away from water)

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Have you ever wished you could get a better look at some small detail? The PocketSpy can magnify up to 544x! It has both optical and digital zoom, and has 4 bright white LEDs to shine some light on the subject. The 5MP image sensor will capture even the smallest details You may view them on the 2.7″ color LCD screen and store them on a Micro SD card of up to 16GB (sold separately). Store as either still images or video. Runs on four AAA batteries (sold separately).

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