TP Link today announced its new home security camera, the Tapo. Tapo’s latest camera features a 2K QHD video resolution and 4MP photo support. It also has full color night vision, so you can see what’s happening even when it is dark outside. The camera can be used outdoors, has a microSD local storage option, and features smart AI detection and an integrated light. Do you think this is something you would be interested in adding to your smart home? Continue reading to learn more.
The mainstream is color night vision
For the longest time most home security cameras relied on IR nightvision, which transforms the image into black and white when it gets dark outside. While there have been some cameras that use color night vision sensors such as the Wyze Camera v3 it has not been a common option. More cameras now have color night vision options so that you can see what’s going on even when it’s dark outside.
The LED light can be used to illuminate dark areas and the siren acts as a deterrent to criminals. TP-Link offers several options for storing your video. The cloud option we are all familiar with is still available. It includes a rolling 30-day subscription for video history, activity notifications, and other features. The Tapo C420 supports up 256GB microSD cards. This means that your footage will be saved locally and will not reach cloud servers.
TP-Link’s Tapo leverages this technology along with a variety of other features. This makes it a great choice for smart home security. The Tapo C420, a wire-free camera that can run for 180 days on one charge, continues the feature train. The camera can be mounted inside or outside, which makes it more versatile.
The TP–Link Tapo C420 also includes two-way audio, which allows you to communicate with anyone on the other side of your camera. You can also use Alexa and Assistant integration and detect human/pet/vehicle Ai at no extra cost.
The TP-Link Tapo C420S2 includes two cameras at $199.99. However, Amazon is currently offering a $60 discount during a launch-day sale.
Conclusion
It’s great that color night vision has finally become mainstream. It’s easier to see outside and what’s happening because IR night vision was limited in how far the IR lamps could reach, which generally wasn’t too far.
It’s also nice that TP-Link includes its AI detection functions at no extra charge. Most companies have that function included in a subscription making it unavailable to anyone trying to save money.
The TP-Link Tapo is a solid smart home security system and well worth looking into for protecting your home.
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