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Avigilon has released its H5A analytic cameras, claiming to "detect more objects with greater...
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... IPVM last covered the firm when its subsidiary in Xinjiang suffered a massive data leak in February,...
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For the first half of 2019, US government records show that Knightscope has sold just 1 net new...
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...than distance claims made by Z-Wave, Zigbee (usually ~450 feet) and even WiFi connected devices:
IPVM has not verified or tested Sure-Fi's distance claims.
However, since field conditions are...
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Cable whips are one of integrator's least favorite camera features but seem to be unavoidable,...
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And this summer, Milestone announced obtaining a 'GDPR-Ready' certification, only for IPVM to find that much of their software was not included and the certification itself was 'not...
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WDR Mega Shootout Results
IPVM tested 24 cameras from eight manufacturers in our WDR Camera Mega Shootout and ranked them based...
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In emergencies, determining where employees are located can be critical for knowing whether they...
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Vivotek's highest-end S-series camera claims "Supreme Night Visibility", "Smart IR II", "Smart...
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...implementation of rules, as demonstrated by 2 recent examples of major PRC surveillance companies that IPVM found.
This is in stark contrast to the US and EU, where foreign companies including PRC...
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One of access's primary goals is keeping people out of places they should not be, but slipping...
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AI analytics are hitting the mainstream in the consumer camera market, with entrants Wyze and Yi...
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... But what impact do these lasers have?
IPVM bought and tested lasers on surveillance cameras to determine what impact they have:
Can...
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...ai is the technology behind the $20 Wyze AI that beat Axis and Hikvision video analytics in IPVM testing.
Inside this note, we examine XNOR.ai's technology, go-to-market approach, how they...
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... In a statement the researchers provided to IPVM they confirmed that this vulnerability "allows an attacker to execute malicious code on the...
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Interlogix is shutting down, as UTC has confirmed to IPVM in a statement about their "plans to wind down" the once leading brand.
Inside this note, we...
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While Axis Perimeter Defender analytics improved from our 2018 testing, the market has improved...
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While security robots have largely become a joke over the last few years, one organization,...
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IPVM went to Chicago for ASIS GSX 2019, with many exhibitors disappointed about traffic and the...
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...Grandstream VoIP phone and SIP software integration
Milestone VMS integration
This test expands IPVM's intercom test series including Zenitel's Vingtor-Stentofon, Axis access, Axis mullion door...
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Yi Technology is claiming "new AI features" in its $50 Home Camera 3 "eliminates 'false...
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In the first rise in maximum megapixel resolution in 5 years, Hanwha has announced a 32MP / 8K...
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Users can lose badges, but they never misplace a finger, right?
The most common biometric used...
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...potential US sanctions, according to US government records, financial filings and partner documentation IPVM has found.
In this report, we examine what Hikvision has done and how it is positioning...
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...is their certification obtained? What does it consist of? And what, if anything, does this guarantee? IPVM spoke with Mobotix and examined several issues, including:
Certificate Overview
Mobotix's...
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Assa Abloy is acquiring LifeSafety Power, adding to their growing collection of access control...
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...Persistent and Continuing Education
Pursue Vendor Training
Take ASIS and other Industry Certifications
Use IPVM
Increase Business Contacts & Network
And while not commonly cited, some integrators...
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While video surveillance analytics has been promoted, hyped and lamented for nearly 20 years,...
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... IPVM routinely tears down cameras as part of our tests so you can ask for input before doing...
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Megvii has already received more than a billion dollars in investment. Now, the company, a top...
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One of the biggest trends in access for the last few years has been the marriage of mobile phones...
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...from a private sector lawyer it hired, rather than a government or independent GDPR authority
Experts IPVM spoke with questioned whether catching shoplifters actually is Substantial Public Interest and...
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What does a US government banned company do to improve its security positioning in the US?
Well,...
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...Sweden ever, as stated in the report summary:
First GDPR Facial Recognition Fine Ever
According to an IPVM review of GDPR fines, including through the independent GDPR Enforcement Tracker, this is the...
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...cameras observed 200-300 unique subjects over the course of more than a month of testing, including 15+ IPVM employees and contractors, 15+ employees of other facilities near our offices, and 200+ visitors...
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The mega manufacturer / integrator JCI has sued the fast-growing $20 camera Seattle startup...
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However, Uniview denied to IPVM that US-China tensions influenced the case's result, and denied this will harm its cooperation...
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...Verkada confirmed there was an issue with Lower body color search, and it was fixed within 24-hours of IPVM notifying them. We initially found that the Lower body search did not return any results:
Now...
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...credential including:
Fingerprint
Fingervein
Palmprint
Palmvein
Face Recognition
Iris/Retina
IPVM has tracked 'integrator favorite biometrics' since 2014. In that time, the biggest changes have...
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...the European Commission), but even it recognizes that there are no official GDPR certifiers, telling IPVM:
Without such opinions, the formal procedures cannot be completed and this means that at this...
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...4 as the wireless specification used, along with the ranges:
IPVM has not verified or tested ProdataKey's distance claims, but the more modest 450 feet indoor...
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... IPVM estimated 3xLogic's 2018 revenue in the $60 to $100 million range.
Stanley's security business,...
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Cameras, like humans, have irises, controlling the light which hits the imager and impacting...
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...integration
HDMI output for hotspot monitors
ONVIF and Direct Driver VMS integration
This test expands IPVM's intercom test series including Zenitel's Vingtor-Stentofon, Axis mullion door station, Axis 2N...
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Dahua's analytics have performed poorly in past shootouts. But now, they claim their new...
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Vivotek's revenue has soared so far in 2019, growing 45%.
Inside this note, we examine...
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IPVM has validated, with testing, and from Dahua, that many Dahua cameras have a wiretapping...
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IPVM has uncovered the key trends and top options being offered across commonly used surveillance...
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What happened to Ionodes? With seasoned leadership from Jean-Paul Saindon founder of SmartSight...
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... They explained to IPVM:
We have found through the customer insight work we’ve been doing this year that there is...
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...biggest rising trends in access control is using phones as credentials but which offering is best?
IPVM has tested five of the leading platforms here:
HID Mobile Tested
Farpointe Data Conekt...
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...in for about 5 seconds on a surveillance camera post:
Camera Identified: DarkFigher X PTZ
IPVM has identified the bottom camera as Hikvision's DarkfighterX PTZ model.
In a promotional video...
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...Approach
Fujifilm says they will concentrate on long-range surveillance for high-end markets, telling IPVM:
For years Fujifilm has been a major player in the long-range surveillance lens market and by...
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IPVM went to Australia attending the 3 days of the Australia Security Exhibition:
This was held at...
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60GHz Shootout
IPVM is planning a 60GHz Shootout later in 2019.
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...other details outside of confirming that they "do not have any current plans to sell in China" when IPVM reached out to comment prior to publication.
Billion Viable?
The easy answer is no, it is...
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For yeras, IP cameras had advantages in resolution and single cable signal/power, but HD analog...
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A gun detection video analytics startup, ZeroEyes, is being led by a group of 6 former Navy...
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Inside this note, based on feedback from Motorola to IPVM, and our analysis of Watchguard, we examine the future of Motorola with these 3 videos players...
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Axis claims the new P1375-E box camera with ARTPEC-7 chip delivers "clear, sharp images in any...
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Try these calculations on your own using the IPVM calculator.
Common Lens Length Ranges
In practice, surveillance cameras typically fall in one...
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Analytic startups are a major industry trend.
One UK company, Calipsa is aiming to use AI to...
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...OSDP certainly offers advantages over decades-old Wiegand (see our OSDP Access Control Guide) but new IPVM statistics show that usage of OSDP, even in new readers, is extremely low.
Inside this...
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Avigilon's President and COO James Henderson is out, abruptly, after a remarkable ascension over...
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Remote cloud access is becoming a bigger differentiator, as cybersecurity issues underscore the...
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... (IPVM discussed the incident here.)
The vulnerability was so bad it was given a "10" - the worst...
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...Sales Ryan Young declared:
Verekada refused to back up its accusation despite repeated queries from IPVM.
Verkada regularly shows indifference in backing up its accusations, whether it is false...
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IPVM has filed a GDPR complaint against Dahua UK's facial recognition conducted at their booth during...
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Hikvision redefined sales promotions in the US video surveillance market, starting at the end of...
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... It can also be installed using Axis Device Manager across many cameras at once (IPVM Camera Manager Shootout).
Live Privacy Shield Overview
Live Privacy Shield masks any moving...
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Hikvision says their new ColorVu line captures "vivid chromatic images in darkness", with...
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... How accurate and efficient is the system?
In this note, IPVM examines the use of facial recognition for public transit in the PRC. We find that...
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... Genetec told IPVM that their global VMS growth was ~26% (based on those IHS numbers).
Diverging Strategies For...
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The UK's largest trade show, IFSEC, is underway and IPVM has been examining what is new and happening at the show.
Inside, we cover:
Huawei Is...
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Repositionable multi-imager cameras are one of the fastest growing segments in video...
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... However, the company tells IPVM that it compares its pricing to Anyvision, Briefcam, and Avigilon.
Unlike Avigilon, Vaion...
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ADT is eliminating the brands of the many integrators it has acquired over the past few years,...
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CSR-35L: With 'read ranges up to 15 feet', which IPVM tested to 17 feet with no problems. Farpointe explains ‘-L’ readers are for applications like...
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An embattled 12,000 camera surveillance system project that will cost ~$400 million will proceed....
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Many wireless options exist for video surveillance but who are integrator's overall...
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...public or custom created sets of images to detect and classify objects (for more specific details, read IPVM Deep Learning Tutorial For Video Surveillance). Zensors claims this contributes to models that...
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Dahua has shipped ~300,000 pounds of parts to a Mexico manufacturing facility, IPVM has verified in shipping records.
Inside this note, we examine what Dahua is doing and how...
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In 2018, Hikvision's DeepinMind AI NVR performed terribly, recognizing vehicles, animals, and...
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...old pricing was and what it got you
How price doubling is atypical
Response to price increase from IPVM member
Compared to others
New solutions using OpenALPR
IPVM analysis
Outlook
Why OpenALPR...
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...Hanwha Techwin is dropping Huawei Hisilicon from all of their products, the company has confirmed to IPVM.
Inside this note, we examine Hanwha's move, why Hanwha is doing this and what this means for...
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... IPVM drew the ire of Arecont especially for our 'worst' camera manufacturer rankings where...
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Closed cloud systems may be the fastest growing segment of video surveillance with Meraki and...
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...typically works:
The 2-way data exchange allows for potentially faster verifications, criteria that IPVM will incorporate in a future round of OSDP Biometrics test.
Reader And Controller Support...
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The new company, which will retain the Panasonic brand, tells IPVM that they will increase investment into R&D and the business.
Inside this note, based on...
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...Founder James Chong departed in April 2019, the company's new President Maurice Singleton shares with IPVM his outlook for moving the company forward.
Inside this note, based on our interview with...
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Cisneros Initial Response - Accidental Email
IPVM emailed our request for comment to Cisneros' spokesman Michael Quibuyen and copied Nic Jordan,...
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Vivotek has released their latest repositionable multi-imager camera, the MA9321-EHTV, a 20 MP...
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...2m near Beijing, 2019
Macau, the gambling capital of China, 2017
IPVM was unable to find any City Brain projects mentioning camera counts, so the projects are likely...
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...Security's CEO, Michael O'Neal is out, after 8 years leading the company, in what Nortek described to IPVM as them having 'pivoted strongly from [their] factory roots'.
However, as their owner admitted,...
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... IPVM could find no mention of Intellifusion on the face recognition tests run by NIST, the US...
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...of the NJ Department of Labor, which oversees the rules and regulations and oversees compliance, told IPVM that the rules now need to be amended to further define what this Apprenticeship Law...
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You can listen to the audio recording of this interview embedded below:
IPVM: What exactly does the IAPP do?
SP: The International Association of Privacy Professionals is...
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Indeed, in 2017, Dahua USA told IPVM that by the end of 2017, they would be up to 200 employees. Now, 2 years later, they are...
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Monitronics is entering into Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company, also called Ascent Capital Group...
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...Reasoning / Xinjiang Human Rights
Supply Chain Impact
Hikvision claims only a 'product supplier'
IPVM shows official records showing Hikvision is wrong
PRC Government Response
Who Is...
