FLIR Goes Consumer - Dropcam Killer?
Author: John Honovich, Published on Jan 07, 2014
Login to read this IPVM report.
Why do I need to log in?
IPVM conducts unique testing and research funded by member's payments enabling us to offer the most independent, accurate and in-depth information.
Related Reports on Consumer
No Hack, Still Liable, Court Finds ADT
on Jun 20, 2017
Recently, ADT has been in the news for a $16 million settlement for a cyber security vulnerability class action suit.
One of the most important...
Mirai-like Botnet Persirai Attacks IP Cameras - Impact Analyzed
on Jun 14, 2017
Mirai made headlines in 2016, exploiting weaknesses in cameras, including those from Dahua and XiongMai to create a massive botnet that was used to...
Samsung SmartCam A1 Totally Wireless System
on Jun 06, 2017
Hanwha is keeping the Samsung brand alive in consumer cameras with the SmartCam A1, a new offering combining an autotracking 1080p camera with base...
Jeff Bezos-Funded Deep Sentinel Security Startup
on Jun 05, 2017
Deep Learning is a rising trend in many commercial security products, and now one entrepreneur wants to bring deep learning to residential...
Arlo Go Cellular Cloud Camera Tested
on May 23, 2017
Totally wireless surveillance cameras are growing but almost all typically depend on a hub and local Internet access.
However, many outdoor...
Ring Floodlight Cam Tested
on Apr 20, 2017
Ring has released their latest entry, the Floodlight Cam, calling it the "Evolution of Outdoor Security", touting motion activated floodlights,...
SimpliSafe Camera Tested
on Mar 07, 2017
SimpliSafe is one of the most controversial companies in the industry, as they have become the symbol of the DIY threat to traditional alarm...
Hikvision Ezviz Mini 360 Plus - $80 Autotracking Camera Tested
on Feb 21, 2017
Autotracking, integrated IR, local storage, full HD, cloud access: $80.
That is the claim of Hikvision EZVIZ's new Mini 360 Plus. But for this...
Hikvision Discontinued 'Migration' Tested
on Dec 16, 2016
In 2 weeks, Hikvision's online service web portal will be discontinued. Hikvision has now framed it as a 'migration', though the transition will be...
2017 Video Surveillance Predictions
on Dec 15, 2016
2017 should be an active, if not rocky, year for the security industry, according to predictions from IPVM integrators.
We surveyed integrators,...
Most Recent Industry Reports
Security Robots Are Just Entertainment
on Jul 21, 2017
Great entertainment, no real security value.
That is the happy (or sad) state of security robots in 2017.
Knightscope robot's drowning, the...
Wireless Burglar Alarm Sensors Guide
on Jul 21, 2017
Wireless sensors for burglar alarm sensors are an increasingly common option for the historical labor intensive wired alarm systems.
However,...
Competing Against ADT
on Jul 20, 2017
ADT is one of the biggest players in the security industry, with ~$4 billion revenue. In 2017, they were acquired / merged with Protection...
Hikvision Launching Deep Learning Recorders
on Jul 20, 2017
Hikvision has become a common choice for super low cost NVRs.
Now, Hikvision is aiming to move up market, with deep learning NVRs that claim far...
PR Campaign Exploiting Manufacturer Cybersecurity
on Jul 20, 2017
Manufacturers increasingly have a bulls-eye on their back.
As cyber security solutions providers grow, they realize a great way to get publicity...
Axis Door Station Tested (A8105-E)
on Jul 19, 2017
Axis continues their push into niche markets, especially audio, with network speakers, an IP horn, and video door stations.
We bought and tested...
Manufacturer Favorability Guide
on Jul 19, 2017
This 120 page PDF guide may be downloaded inside by all IPVM members.
It covers our 20 manufacturer favorability rankings and 20 manufacturer...
$8 Billion Utility Georgia Power Enters Surveillance Business Offering Avigilon And Genetec
on Jul 19, 2017
Utilities are typically considered major customers of surveillance integrators but one utility, Georgia Power, with $8+ billion in annual revenue...
Knightscope Laughs off Robot Drowning
on Jul 18, 2017
A day after a Knightscope robot drowned, Knightscope has issued an 'official statement' making fun of the issue:
The implied message is that...
Microsoft Video AI Cloud Services Examined
on Jul 18, 2017
Microsoft has released one of the most amazing video analytics marketing videos ever. In it, they detect oil spills, track individual people giving...
The world's leading video surveillance information source, IPVM provides the best reporting, testing and training for 10,000+ members globally. Dedicated to independent and objective information, we uniquely refuse any and all advertisements, sponsorship and consulting from manufacturers.
Comments (13)
Luis Carmona
* ****** ** **** *** ****** ** ******** ********** ** be ****** ** ********** ***** **** *********.
Create New Topic
Jon Klieman
* ** ******* ** ** *** ****** ***** ************ ** mounted ** **** ************. * **** * *************** ****** ** ***** **** ** * **** ***. *** this ****** ***** ****** ****.
**** *** *********** ***?
Create New Topic
Ethan Ace
* *** ******** **** **** ** ********* ***** *** ** the ***** ***-*********** *** **** **** ******* *** ** *** time ** ***** ******** ********** ****. **'* ** *********** ****** camera, ***********.
Create New Topic
Ari Erenthal
****, *** **** ********** * *** ** ******* ** *** fact **** ** ***'* ******* ********* *** **** ** *****'* support ******** *******. ** *** ******** ** ** ********* ** Dropcam's **, *'* ** *******.
******** ** *******, **** ***** **** ******* **** ** *** ******* ** ****.
Create New Topic