WGV Security Camera -2K Cameras for Home Security with Smart Motion Dection, Night Vision, Two-Way Audio,Cloud & SD Card Storage,Work with Alexa, Ideal Indoor Camera for Baby Monitor/Pet Camera

This Security Camera is Fantastic! Let me explain my use case so that you can understand why I like this camera so much. I have elderly parents that live very far from me. They do well on their own, but I worry about them. Sometimes they can not be reached by phone, which makes me anxious. I started looking at security cameras, but cost, function, and quality were major considerations.

PROs: This camera uses a smart phone for viewing, which is an item that is typically on my person. Also, this meant I did not have to pay for any included video monitor. The camera operates in SD, HD, and QHD format that allows great resolution (up to 2K). The app allows the video to be seen in full screen, or about half screen with the controls also available (i.e., Screenshot, Intercom, Record, Motion Detection, PTZ point-tilt-zoom, Lens Switch that shuts on-off the video). The motion tracking feature means that it points the camera where there is movement. I don’t have to manually adjust the camera to where my family is located in the room. The camera swings 355 degrees around and pivots up and down. Because the camera moves on its own, they do not know if I’m actively viewing. Also, the camera is extremely quiet. They have forgotten it is even there. I’ve been able to see them in bandwidth limited areas. An added bonus is I can talk to them if needed through the camera. The camera does NOT come with a memory card, but I had an extra one lying around and added a 32GB card. (It takes up to 128 GB.) I’ve set the recording to motion events only, which consumes about 1GB per day in the room they spend most of their waking hours. Essentially, the camera gives me a 30 day history. I can check if they took all their pills and if they have been in or out of their house (because they are not answering the phone). The app allows two fingered zoom and one fingered pointing adjustment, and all frames are date and time stamped, which really helps when viewing the history. The camera also has a night viewing feature that illuminates the room with IR so the image can still be seen in the dark. Finally, I’ve had family members download the app and shared control of the camera. We can all help keep an eye on them. (The app clearly walks you through the features and is easy to use.)

CONs: The camera pointing can be controlled in the app by an up-down-left-right cursor. This control is a little slow at times, but with movement tracking, I rarely use it. There is a very slight color shift in the non-IR image, but I don’t notice it anymore.

The cost is low compared to other products. Registering the product is supposed to provide lifetime replacement. The features are exactly what I wanted and work really well. There is a wall or ceiling mounting kit included that I did not use. The power source is a USB wall charger and standard USB cable. This is nice because I could use a longer cable if I needed. (The included cable length was just fine … about 5-6 feet.) I highly recommend this security camera system.

Technology is really something. I’m an electrical engineer, and I’m still amazed. What once cost hundreds of dollars is now selling for less than $30.

I was impressed with the resolution, and the ability to continuously record onto an SD memory card. These are so easy to set up, using your local wi-fi and cell phone. The cost was so low I put several in my house, in different rooms. While on vacation, I was able to check on the condition of the house at any time, from a thousand miles away. Marvelous!

Even at night, the quality of the picture was pretty good. The only quibble I have is the same thing I’ve seen in other brands – motion detection catches just about anything that happens, including changes in the light. So, for example, if there is a tree outside a window that moves with the wind, and the shadows in the room change, this will trigger motion detection, and start recording. Car headlights in the street outside? The same thing. That is why I turn off motion detection and record continuously. Because if you get an SD card of a decent size, you can hold roughly two days of video in the camera. And you don’t want to get an alert on your phone every time the wind blows! Just in case you were wondering, continuous recording means it writes over the memory, starting at the beginning, so you always have two days of video. If you are gone for a week, you will have the last 48 hours recorded (or more, if you get a really big SD card!).

Oh yes, the built in microphone and speaker are pretty great too! The sound quality is not very good, they could definitely improve that. But it will get the job done. If you need to tell a burglar to leave, or say hi to the house sitter, you can do that easily.

In short, these cameras are pretty great. Not perfect, but this much capability for $30 is fantastic. Great for monitoring the house, a vacation cabin, or even helping out the babysitter.

I recently purchased the WGV security camera, and I am extremely satisfied with its performance. This camera exceeded my expectations in terms of both image quality and functionality. The high-resolution video footage it captures is incredibly clear and provides a detailed view of my property. The camera’s night vision capabilities are impressive, as it captures clear images even in low-light conditions. The setup process was straightforward, and the camera seamlessly integrates with my existing security system. The motion detection feature is highly responsive and sends real-time alerts to my smartphone whenever activity is detected. Overall, the WGV security camera is a reliable and efficient device that provides peace of mind and enhances the security of my home.

 Can’t go wrong with this camera! Really get your money’s worth with all of the features it has. Very easy to set up , very good video quality and the night vision is sharp. It has motion tracking which is phenomenal. I have 2 but will have 1 for every room that isn’t a bathroom. Great alternative to a pricey alarm system and you can see your cameras via your phone anywhere you go as well as talk through it and hear audio. I highly recommend if you’re looking for all the features but not the large price . The only thing that I don’t like is that there is a short delay in the voice usage so the person talking back through the camera to you gets cut off the first 2 seconds of the response. Or I’d give it 5 stars.